{"product_id":"shun-shiranami-bread-9","title":"Shun Shiranami 9\" Bread Knife","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShun Shiranami 9\" Bread Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Japanese bread knife with wide serrations, 71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel, and a Prussian blue micarta handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shun Shiranami 9\" Bread Knife cuts crusty loaves, tender bread, cakes, and pastries without excessive pressure. Its wide serrations move through firm crust while helping preserve the softer interior and reduce tearing and crumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Order from Design \u0026amp; Grace\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized Shun retailer:\u003c\/strong\u003e We sell genuine Shun cutlery backed by the manufacturer's full warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips from Texas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your knife is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team can help with knife care, suitable cutting surfaces, secure storage, and professional sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eControlled Slicing Across a Full Loaf\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 9-inch blade provides enough length for broad boules, sandwich loaves, layer cakes, and larger pastries. Its wide serrations engage the surface cleanly, allowing the knife to slice with a controlled sawing motion rather than heavy downward force.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 5.5-inch handle balances the long blade and provides a secure grip. Prussian blue jute micarta resists moisture and gives the handle a subtle texture during use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSignature Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9-inch bread blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides useful reach for wide loaves, cakes, pastries, and other large baked goods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide serrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut through firm or tender crust with less tearing, crushing, and crumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternating VG10 and VG2 stainless steel layers form the blade and its flowing wave pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerrated edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains contact with uneven crusts and delicate surfaces during controlled slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrussian blue jute micarta handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin-stabilized jute provides durability, moisture resistance, and a secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull composite tang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extends through the handle for strength, stability, and balanced handling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7.5-ounce weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives the long blade useful substance without making it difficult to guide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted in Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made by Shun using Japanese blade-making methods and modern stainless steels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Bread Knife for Crusty and Delicate Baking\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe broad serrations make this knife useful beyond bread. It can divide layer cakes, slice pastries, and portion other baked goods that need a long blade and minimal downward pressure to retain their shape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Our Founder\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A bread knife should get through the crust without crushing what is underneath. The wide serrations and long blade make this one controlled on both sturdy loaves and delicate baked goods.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTony Boulton, Founder, Design \u0026amp; Grace\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShips from Texas with Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Shun knife is carefully packed at our Texas facility to protect the Damascus blade, serrated edge, tip, and micarta handle in transit. Design \u0026amp; Grace is an authorized Shun retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901503340865,"sku":"FRD0705","price":369.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1968\/2881\/files\/DesignGrace-Shun-Shiranami-9-Bread-Knife.jpg?v=1785348925","url":"https:\/\/designandgrace.com\/products\/shun-shiranami-bread-9","provider":"Design and Grace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}