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Classic 9" Bread Knife
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After a chef's knife and a paring knife, some cooks say that the knife they most can't live without is their bread knife. It's a crime to ruin a fresh loaf of bread by smashing it beneath the blade of a dull knife. The wide, “low frequency" serrations on the Shun Classic Bread Knife are not only razor-sharp, but they do a much better job slicing any type of bread than a straight-edged knife. The undulating serrations provide the power you need to gently saw through a crusty loaf without tearing the tender interior. And it works equally well on very soft breads and even pastries.
- Slice tender or crusty breads with no ripping, squashing, or tearing
- Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting, single-bevel 16° edge
- 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
- D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
- Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
- Handcrafted in Japan
Bread Knife Performance Clean slices, without crushing For clean bread slices without crushing the loaf, three things matter most: a long blade for full slicing strokes, wide scalloped serrations, and a light touch with minimal downward pressure. The Shun Classic 9" Bread Knife is designed to help you slice crusty loaves, soft breads, and pastries cleanly without ripping, squashing, or tearing. Why It Slices So Cleanly The 9" blade supports longer strokes that help reduce compression, while wide, low-frequency serrations gently saw through crust without damaging the tender interior. High-performance VG-MAX steel helps keep the edge performing beautifully over time. Prefer an Offset Handle? If you want extra knuckle clearance and a more elevated hand position while slicing, consider the
Shun Classic 8.25" Offset Bread Knife
. Whether you are slicing artisan loaves, soft sandwich bread, or delicate pastries, the right bread knife should glide through the crust and protect what is inside. Bread Knife FAQ Bread knife questions, answered Is Shun a good brand for clean bread slices without crushing? Yes. Shun bread knives are designed to slice cleanly through crusty loaves, soft breads, and pastries with less tearing, squashing, or crumbing. For a closer look at how serrations work and why they matter, read our article on
. Do I need an offset bread knife? Not necessarily. A standard bread knife works beautifully for many cooks, but an offset bread knife can offer extra knuckle clearance and a more elevated hand position while slicing. How do I slice soft bread without squishing it? Use long, gentle strokes and let the serrations do the work. Pressing down too hard can compress the loaf, while a sharp serrated edge helps protect the softer interior.