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Shun Classic 2 1 2 Birds Beak Knife

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$94.95

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  • SPECIALIZED FRUIT AND VEGETABLE KNIFE: The Shun Classic 2.5-inch Bird’s Beak Knife is expertly designed for cutting intricate, decorative designs and perfecting your presentation with precision.
  • PIONEERING EXCELLENCE: Bring home a piece of the renowned Classic Series – the original authentic Japanese cutlery line introduced to the United States. Enjoy superior craftsmanship and innovative design.
  • SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Crafted with VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance.
  • COMFORTABLE DESIGN: The D-shaped Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.
  • JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.
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Product details

Blade MaterialAlloy Steel
BrandShun
ColorBlack
Handle MaterialPakkawood
Blade EdgeCurved

Technical specifications

blade_materialAlloy Steel
brandShun
colorBlack
handle_materialPakkawood
blade_edgeCurved
blade_length2.5 Inches
construction_typeForged
item_weight1.76 ounces
blade_colorSilver
is_dishwasher_safeNo
item_length8.75 Inches
manufacturerKai
size2.5"
materialVG-MAX Core, Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding
global_trade_identification_number04901601589535
item_model_numberDM0715
batteries1 A batteries required.
best_sellers_rank#137,852 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #525 in Chef's Knives
is_discontinued_by_manufacturerNo
date_first_availableMay 5, 2003

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4.7143 ratings

Customers say

Customers find this knife to be of high quality, extremely sharp, and easy to use, with one customer noting it holds an edge for a very long time.

★★★★★

Excellent quality and crazy sharp!

WJS—November 20, 2025

Excellent quality and crazy sharp! You will not be disappointed. Read more

★★★★★

Excellent

Scott T—October 7, 2025

Excellent. Read more

★★★★★

A perfect, wicked little knife

Maxwell Johnson—June 7, 2009

This is as close to perfection as I have seen in a bird's-beak knife in more than three decades of professional and home cooking. It is wickedly sharp right out of the box. I mean sharp as a razor. If your knife skills are limited, be careful. The shape of the handle is Shun's idea of perfection and I must admit it works well, especially for a right-hander. The handle is longer than most, an advantage for both balance and control. Maintaining the edge of a curved blade like this takes a bit of skill. If you aren't entirely sure of yourself, ask a more experienced friend to show you how to do so. It would be a tragedy to damage the fine edge of this little work of art. The downside? Like all Shun knives, it is insanely expensive. Still, you get what you pay for so go for it. Read more

★★★★★

Very easy to use

Djwinz—December 15, 2024

This knife is so easy to use and sharp as a razor. Elegant design and look Read more

★★★★★

Great pairing knife

Greg Joseph—November 4, 2024

This is one of my favorite Shan knives and I have the full set. This really works well for doing small work like cutting out the cores and vegetables. I would buy this knife again if something happened to my current one I must for everyone to have. Read more

★★★★★

Super Sharp

Charlemagne 🐇—January 7, 2014

Different cooks will require certain types of knives, and one knife I can't do without is a bird's beak peeler. I use it for peeling eggplant, Korean melon, turnips, and also for slicing cherry tomatoes in half. I previously had a Wustof Classic bird's beak which was a very good knife, but all my other knives are Shun, and I can feel the difference. I have the Shun honing blade, which if not careful can make non Japanese knives dull. I gave the Wustof away and bought the Shun. The Wustof was sharp, but the Shun is even sharper. Someone other than me opened the package and cut themselves, so be careful when opening the box. The knife itself is enclosed in cardboard. Some other Shun knives I have bought had a cheap plastic cover. These knives are best stored in a block or magnetic strip and should never be washed in the dishwasher. A non abrasive sponge or natural bristle brush with some soap & hot water should do the job. Read more

★★★★★

Sexy knife

David C. Kim—December 28, 2024

Love this knife. Expensive but the best paring knife i’ve used. Bigger than listed. Wish i had time to take a photo but i have 3 babies. This blade words for golden kiwis to big fuji apples and asian pears. It is the right size for almost any fruit you plan on using a paring knife for. Not too small. Read more

★★★☆☆

Fragile

Paul King—July 27, 2025

Super sharp, but super delicate and brittle. Chipped almost instantly Read more

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