Shun Narukami Carbon Steel Utility Knife, 6"

Shun's Narukami knives feature the ultimate performance of a Hitachi Blue II carbon steel cutting core complemented with a layer of bead-blasted stainless steel on each side. Known as san mai, this traditional bead blasting technique makes Narukami carbon steel knives easier to maintain and enables food to release more easily from the blade. The utility knife is designed to provide excellent control for precision tasks as well as chopping and slicing.

• Hitachi Blue II carbon steel cutting core is ground to scalpel-sharp cutting edge, offering excellent edge retention and toughness, and is easy for home cooks to re-sharpen.
• Full-tang construction gives knife strength, balance and durability.
• Riveted Micarta handles are durable, beautiful, lightweight and offer an extremely comfortable grip.
• Handcrafted in Japan.

• 6" blade, 5" handle.
• 3 oz.
• Handcrafted in Japan.

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal and glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

• Blue II carbon steel requires additional care: cleaning and drying immediately is key.
• Over time, the edge will darken, developing a patina which, when formed, will also help protect the edge.
• Avoid cleaners containing bleach and citrus extracts.
• In order to maximize the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun steel is necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen this blade, we recommend using a whetstone or the Kai electric sharpener (specifically designed to sharpen Shun's 16-degree blade angle), taking it to a professional sharpener or sending it to our service center in Tualatin, Oregon, for free sharpening.
• Store in safe place to protect edge and prevent injury.

Shipping Information

UPS can deliver most in-stock items within 3–5 business days. UPS is unable to deliver to P.O. boxes.

Shipping Rates

The shipping rate varies depending on your order total and shipping destination. View Shipping Options and Charges.

Next Day Delivery

For an additional charge of $26 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.

Return Policy

At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.

Within 30 days, you may return most items for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request). Please note that returned items must be in new condition.

Cutlery returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners and knife storage) may require extra information and safety instructions. To initiate your return, please contact us at 888.922.4108 or visit us at your local store.

We cannot accept returns on monogrammed, personalized, special-order items, custom upholstery, food or on items damaged through normal wear and tear. Final sale items ending in .97, .98 or .99 cannot be returned. We also cannot accept returns of any food products, which are considered final sale items.

Made to Order and Final Sale Furniture items are non-returnable and cannot be cancelled once the order is placed.

For returns of items purchased from your Williams Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later. View Full Returns Policy.

To receive your complimentary Shun knife (valued up to $106.00 MSRP):

• Register for $450 or more of Shun cutlery in your wedding registry.
• After guests have purchased $450* or more of qualifying Shun cutlery from your wedding registry, mail a copy of it along with the form here.
• Upon validation of wedding registry completion form, your complimentary Shun knife will be sent to the address that you have listed. This offer only available only in the U.S.A. Please allow 8 to 10 weeks for delivery.