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Global 8" Chef's Knife

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Size: 8"


Features

  • Lightweight, precisely balanced 8-inch or 20cm chef's knife
  • Blade made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
  • Edge retains razor sharpness exceptionally well
  • Stainless-steel handle molded for Comfort, dimpled for safe grip
  • Lifetime warranty against defects and breakage

Description

The chef's knife is the multipurpose workhorse of the kitchen. Perfect for mincing, cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work. The "workhorse" of the kitchen is perfect for cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work. High tech from tip to handle, Global knives from Japan created a sensation when they burst onto the world's culinary stage as an alternative to traditional European-style cutlery. Blades are made of hard molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel and "face-ground" with a long taper rather than a short bevel so edges remain sharp longer than even the best high-carbon stainless-steel knives. Edges also are ground at a more acute angle than traditional European-style knives and arrive from the factory razor-sharp. Although Global also makes a "heavyweight" line for cooks who prefer hefty knives, its original knives--of which this 8-inch chef's knife is an example-- have thinner blades and are lighter than traditional European-style knives. Global also dispensed with bolsters on its original knives to reduce weight. Balance is achieved by injecting a precise amount of sand for a particular blade style into a hollow handle. To ensure balance is continuous, the sand flows inside the handle as a blade is maneuvered. A finger notch between blade and handle provides safety. Stainless-steel handles are Global's most striking feature. They're molded to fit the hand and dimpled to resist slipping. Smaller around than many European-style handles, they're easy for small-handed cooks to grasp and seamless for sanitation. Global recommends using a ceramic sharpener or a diamond steel instead of a metal sharpening steel for its knives, supplemented by a synthetic whetstone, a ceramic whetstone, or a Shinkansen sharpener. Global also makes a Sharpening Guide Rail so blades can be honed on a whetstone at the proper angle. Global knives should be hand washed to protect edges. They carry a lifetime warranty against defects and breakage. --Fred Brack

Blade Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Global


Color: Silver


Handle Material: Stainless Steel


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Global


Color: Silver


Handle Material: Stainless Steel


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Length: 8 Inches


Construction Type: Stamped


Item Weight: 0.49 Pounds


Blade Color: Silver


Is Dishwasher Safe: No


Item Length: 8 Inches


Manufacturer: Yoshikin


Size: 8"


UPC: 844007023934 090169773655 768240311026 707430985357


Global Trade Identification Number: 84


Item Weight: 7.8 ounces


Department: Cookware


Item model number: G-2


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: December 16, 2008


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    • Absolute Perfection in a Knife
Size: 8"
If you're reading this review, clearly you're in the market for a professional grade chef's knife. You've probably also considered offerings by Shun, Wusthof, and Henckels. Truth is, you really can't go wrong with the German knives. Nor can you go wrong with one of the Shun Elite knives. But that doesn't cut it (no pun intended), does it? You want the best. Quite frankly, I believe the Global G2 fits the bill. To be considered a 'good' knife it should: -Be correctly balanced - Have a full tang (or something similar). NOT bonded. - Have metal that can be sharpened to the point where it shaves arm-hair. - Retain its edge assuming regular knife-steel use. - Not stain (only applies to stainless steel knives) The Global G-2 easily exceeds these standards. It's a 'good' knife. But it really offers quite a bit more. Unlike the traditional French or German knives, it doesn't rely on weight to chop things. You'll notice it's a REALLY light knife when picking it up. Now, professional chefs who haven't used one might think this is a drawback. Interestingly, it isn't. Since the grind profile of the blade is relatively narrow, the entire knife becomes an agile cutting machine. The ergonomics are another key benefit of the Global G-2. You can really bring your hand up to the blade and comfortably chop for a while without any discomfort. You'd think the metal handle would get really slippery, but unless your hand is covered in bacon grease (which is bad technique) you won't have any issues. You do have to use proper knife skills to get the most out of this knife, but you might as well learn for your finger's sake. Interestingly, the G-2 is stamped and not forged. Now, this is VERY different than your run of the mill stamped knife. They use the stamping technique in order to make the knife much lighter. There's a forged version (the GF-33) but it's heavier and has a solid handle. I have actually grown to prefer the weight of the G-2. After a TON of vegetable chopping, the light weight of the G-2 is a godsend. The steel is not obnoxiously hard (HRC) unlike some other japanese knives, so any decent steel will do wonders on it. In conclusion, this is hands down the best general Chef's knife I have ever owned. It is a nice improvement on the heavy German designs at a competitive price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2013 by A. Luque
    • Very good knife!
Size: 8"
Excellent knife! VERY sharp right out of the box. Super good quality, comfortable to use! Fair price for the quality!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2025 by Amazon junkieeee
    • Amazing Knife
Size: 8"
The reviews I read were correct....this knife is SHARP! Also, it's light weight has helped me because my arthritis in my hands can act up making chopping painful but this knife makes the task so much easier. I just bought a second knife for my son as a gift after bragging about it to him. I absolutely love this knife!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025 by Satisfied Customer
    • Sharp, nimble, incredible
Size: 8"
I’ve had this knife for over 2 years now and just love it. It came super sharp out of the box and changed the way I view the importance of having a high quality chef’s knife, like the Global G-2. This knife glides through vegetables like you were cutting soft butter, so it’s easy to cut razor thin slices of potatoes and even tomatoes! This knife is perfectly balanced and feels light (5.9 oz), making it agile for easy chopping and mincing. Every aspect of the G-2 is meticulously designed (from the sand weighted handle to the fine polished edge), and it clearly shows. The details: The handle is very comfortable and the black divots provide a good, solid grip. The top of the handle can become a little slick due to the lack of those black dots. However, I’ve never felt like I lost a secure grip, even when pushing down on it directly, cutting through something tough like a butternut squash. Since the knife is all one piece, it feels natural to hold and is easy to clean. As with any knife though, comfort is in the hand of the beholder, and I recommend trying it out at some cooking store at the mall before buying. As other reviewers have noted, the handle isn’t large in terms of girth, which could be an issue for those with larger hands. The blade is amazing. It retains its edge very well and its sharpness makes it much safer and enjoyable to use than anything I have in the past. The length (8 inches) is great for all-purpose work. Very rarely do I find myself needing a longer knife, and I feel that anything longer would compromise maneuverability. The curve in the blade is also perfect for everything from mincing to slicing. As for maintenance, I sharpen it with a whetstone every few months of normal usage. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2013 by Pen Name

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