Global Santoku Knife 7in Hollow Ground Edge (G-48)

Global Santoku Knife 7inch with Granton Edge is beautiful as well as functional, this hollow edge knife is an exceptional tool that cuts with precision. It is used for the preparation of sushi, sashimi and other Asian cuisine. The granton edge creates air pockets that make slicing through any foods a snap. A thin fine blade widely used by professional chefs is made to last for years of daily use.

Global knives are loved by professional chefs and are an excellent choice for the serious home cook. The three most innovative features of Global knives are their razorsharp edge, balance and seamless stainless steel construction.

The most important feature of any knife is its edge, and the Global edge is truly its signature. The gorgeous modern Light weight design includes a textured handle for a secure grip, offering superior control and precision. To balance the knives, Global uses a hollow handle that are individually balanced, to maximize ease of handling. Global's unique smooth contours and seamless construction prevent food and dirt particles from collecting on the knife, offering the ultimate in safety and hygiene.

Global knives are made from the finest high carbon stainless steel available for producing professional quality kitchen knives. Global knives are manufactured by Yoshikin, who uses its own proprietary stainless steel which it calls CROMOVA 18 Stainless Steel. This steel is hard enough for Global knives to keep their edge for a long time, but soft enough so that it is not too difficult to sharpen the knives. The 18 percentage of chromium in the steel, contributes to Global's good stain resistance. The molybdenum and vanadium give the knife good edge retention.

The G-48, Global Santoku 7in Hollow Ground knife is part of the G Series knives which are light weight and do not have a forged collar.

Ideas Etcetera recommends washing the Global knives by hand.

Global 7in Santoku Knife, Global 5.25in Hollow Ground Santoku Knife and Global 5.25in Santoku Knife are also available.