Shun’s Kanso line is based on a Zen philosophy meaning Simplicity. For this series, Shun eliminated everything that was not essential to creating an excellent knife. Shun’s requirements for a high-quality knife are: high-quality steel, a razor-sharp edge, perfect balance, and precision cutting control. Kanso blades are made from a highly refined, high-carbon, vanadium Japanese stainless steel capable of taking a razor-sharp edge and holding it longer than other blades. The blades have a Heritage finish designed to hide scratches and give the knife a rustic look that improves with age. The handles are made from tagayasan wood and are contoured to fit comfortably in your hand. These knives have a full tang to give the knives strength and perfect balance.
The set includes:
8-slot ashwood block
3.5 inch paring knife
5.5 inch santoku
6 inch utility knife
8 inch chef’s knife
9 inch honing steel