| The Global G and GS Series knives are constructed from three pieces: blade and two halves of the handle which are welded at the blade. This is Global s value-oriented line. In 1985 designer Komin Yamada set to work creating innovative knives crafted from the best materials available. As well as meeting the rigorous demands of professional chefs he wanted this line to appeal to home cooks as well. Revolutionary in both appearance and material Global knives are equivalent to their traditional European counterparts in quality. However these knives are lighter weight and more flexible than the sturdy European knives making them ideal for delicate cooking tasks and less fatiguing for overall work. Selected as the Sharpest Knife by A La Carte Magazine in Germany in 1996 Global cutlery has now achieved worldwide acclaim and has received many international awards for quality performance and beauty. Here s a handy little knife useful for quick cutting jobs slicing shallots and so on.Cromova 18 stainless steel ice hardened and tempered to Rockwell C56 Degrees-58 Degrees which remains razor sharp longer than other knives Resists corrosion stains and rust Three-piece construction with welded handle Face sharpened rather than beveling the blade results in 2 to 3 times more sharpened surface area resulting in razor sharpness Stainless-steel slip-resistant handles filled with metal or sand for proper balance Carefully weighted to produce superb balance Hygienically safe-smooth contours and seamless construction eliminates food and dirt traps Sharpen regularly with a sharpening rod or whetstone or have them professionally sharpened at least once a year Hand wash Lifetime Warranty GS Series |
