The beginner gourmet or minimalist chef will find this 3-pc. Collection is an ideal start for experiencing the precision and versatility of Shun knives. It contains the essentials: 3.5-inch Paring, 6-inch Utility and 8-inch Chef's knife, all safely stored in a beautiful bamboo gift box. Made in the ancient city of Seki, Japan, Shun knives rely on extremely sharp blades, made of Japanese VG10 steel clad with 32 layers (16 on each side) of high-carbon stainless, it delivers precision slicing, cutting and chopping unprecedented by its competitors. Imagine, a knife made the same way as ancient Samurai swords, handcrafted still today. Sharper out of the box than other knives, the Shun Classic maintains its sharpness longer, since the finely-polished blade edge has a natural tendency to remain straighter, yet can be honed using a standard steel or sent to the factory for free sharpening.

• Gift box with 8-inch chef's knife, 6-inch utility knife, and 3-1/2-inch paring knife
• Black laminated PakkaWood handles designed for maximum comfort
• Made in Japan; lifetime warranty