The Difference Between Shun Classic and Shun Premier Knives
KAI Shun Classic knives make a great addition to any kitchen but KAI have not stopped at producing just this one line of knives.
They have taken the VG-10 steel used in the Shun Classic range (as described here) and added a hand-beaten finish to it to produce the Shun Premier range of knives.
This technique is known in Japanese as Tsuchime and has more than just a decorative appeal. The indentations left on the Shun Premier knives act as in the same way as hollow grinding and, as a result, help to stop food sticking to the blade as you cut.
The Shun Premier range differs in a couple of other aspects from the Shun Classic range. The first is really just cosmetic in that the Shun logo moves to the end-cap of the Premier knives. Some would say that this adds a little extra flair if you are buying a full knife set.
The other difference is in the price, with the premier range being more expensive than the equivalent Shun Classic blade of the same type.
We will be featuring some of the Shun Premier range of knives in the future and this should give you a good guide if you want a Shun Classic vs Shun Premier comparison.