{"product_id":"kai-shun-classic-paring-knife-9cm","title":"Kai Shun Classic Paring Knife 9cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kai Shun Classic paring knife is a short-bladed precision knife designed for detailed hand work — peeling, trimming, segmenting, and any prep task where a larger chef's knife would be unwieldy. Kai's Shun Classic range is built around a Damascus-clad blade with a hardened core steel, giving a blade edge that holds sharpness well under regular professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a kitchen environment, a reliable paring knife is used constantly — it's often the knife that sees the most varied work across a shift. The Shun Classic handles that demand well. The blade takes and retains a fine edge, which makes repetitive detailed work less fatiguing and more accurate. The D-shaped handle is designed to sit naturally in the hand during controlled cuts, where grip and feedback matter more than leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA few points worth considering before purchasing:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hardened blade steel performs best when honed regularly and sharpened on compatible whetstones — standard pull-through sharpeners are not recommended for this type of blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand washing is strongly advised to preserve both the blade and handle over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe D-shaped handle is contoured for right-handed use by default — left-handed versions are available in the Shun range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis knife is well suited to chefs who carry their own knives and want a paring knife that performs consistently over years of use. It is a considered purchase rather than a budget option, and suits those who already understand how to maintain a high-quality edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're building out a knife kit or unsure which Shun model suits your style of work, we're happy to talk it through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58198410101118,"sku":"C387","price":86.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/jn430_npi26-2.jpg?v=1791819866","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/kai-shun-classic-paring-knife-9cm","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}