Shun is Damascus VG-10 steel. This is VG-10 3 layers only. If you are looking for something similar as SHUN, you may need to check ZHEN Japanese 67-Layer Damascus VG-10 8-Inch Slicer Chopping Chef Butcher Knife/Cleaver, Large. But if you just need a large slicer (no chopping bones) with sharp blade and good price, this is the one you are looking for.