Shun Classic 4.5-Inch Asian Multi-Prep Knife

Shun Classic 4.5-Inch Asian Multi-Prep Knife is a compact specialty blade for close, controlled preparation. Its pointed profile is useful for trimming and working around poultry joints, where careful placement matters more than a long cutting stroke.

At a glance

• Compact preparation tool

  Use short, visible cuts to separate ingredients and work around joints; never force the edge through bone.

• 4.5-inch blade

  This 4.5-inch format helps define the working reach. Match it to your usual ingredients and leave room for the cutting stroke.

• Patterned blade

  Layered Damascus cladding gives the blade its flowing pattern.

• D-shaped Pakkawood

  The resin-treated wood handle has a D-shaped cross-section, a distinctive feature of the Classic family.

Find your fit

Choose it for detailed preparation rather than large-volume board chopping. Keep a general-purpose knife available for vegetables and a dedicated tool for any actual bone-cutting task. Read our poultry preparation guide for practical comparisons.

Care and storage

Wash by hand with mild detergent, then towel-dry the blade and handle before putting the knife away. Keep the edge protected in a suitable block, tray or guard. See our knife-care guide for a practical routine.