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The first Global Knives were designed in 1985 by Komin Yamada, whose remit was to develop a range of knives which was truly new and revolutionary, harnessing the best materials available and the most modern design concepts. A Global knife will last a lifetime and will maintain its sharpness longer than a cheaper knife. Global Knives are designed to withstand rigorous use.
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The two most innovative features of Global knives are their edge and the way they are balanced. The most important feature of any knife is its edge, and the Global knife edge is truly its signature. Like Western style knives, the majority of the Global knives are sharpened or ground on both sides of the blade. However, their edges are ground steeply to a point, and to an acute angle (Fig. 1). This is in contrast to Western style knives that use a bevelled edge (Fig. 2) - the straight edge results in a dramatically sharper blade, one which stays sharp longer. The edge on a Global knife is so prominent that it is easily seen with the naked eye and extends a quarter of an inch or more up from the tip of the knife.

To balance their knives, Global uses a hollow handle which is then filled with just the right amount of sand to create the correct balance. Global uses this method rather than using a full tang and a bolster to balance their knives for two reasons. First, it is far more precise than using a tang and a bolster. Second, Asian knives typically do not have bolsters, since they only serve as a hindrance to cutting and sharpening.

Other unique features of Global knives are their smooth contours and seamless, all stainless steel construction which eliminates food and dirt traps offering the ultimate in safety and hygiene.

Global knives should not be sharpened using a conventional metal sharpening steel. If you do prefer to use a 'steel' to sharpen you knives, Global produce a range of ceramic and diamond coated steels. Ideally a whetstone should be used, although MinoSharp produce a manual ceramic sharpener specifically designed for Global knives, which gives very good results and is much easier to use.

From fairly modest beginnings, the Global knife range has now been developed to compromise more than 50 different options, providing a specialist knife for every function imaginable in food preparation.

Michel Roux Jr by Global KnivesMichel Roux Jr by Global Knives
New! Global and Michel Roux Jr have collaborated to produce the Michel Roux Jr Global Knife sets. Available as a 3 piece, 6 piece and 9 piece, the sets were chosen by Michel Roux Jr with what he considered to be essential knives in mind. The sets contain elements of the Global knife range not found in other Global knife sets, and each knife is signed by Michel Roux Jr. The sets are also available with a 'Ship Shape' style knife block in Stainless Steel, Red or Black.
Global Knife SetsGlobal Knife Sets
Big Discounts on RRP!!! Global knife sets can offer significant savings over individually bought knives, especially when our prices are so much lower than the recommended retail price! Global knives are made from finest Cromova 18 stainless steel, ice tempered and hardened to Rockwell C56° - 58° which holds a razor sharp edge longer than any other steel and resists rust, stains and corrosion.
Global Knives - G SeriesGlobal Knives - G Series
Global G-Series knives have long blades and weighted, hollow handles. The G Series knife range covers a comprehensive range of cutting, slicing and boning tasks with blades ranging from 16cm to 31cm in length, plus a fork to complement the carving knives in the range.

Global Knives - GS SeriesGlobal Knives - GS Series
Global GS-Series knives have smaller blades and weighted, hollow handles. The GS Series range covers most utility knife sizes for peeling and paring jobs, as well as fish filleting, with blades of 7cm to 25cm in length, plus a range of kitchen tweezers and spatulas.
Global Knives - GSF SeriesGlobal Knives - GSF Series
Global GSF-Series knives have the smallest blades and solid handles. The GSF Series knife range consists of a small selection of peeling and utility knives, with a couple of specialist knives for steak and shellfish. These smaller blades range from 5cm to 15cm in length.

Global Knives - GF SeriesGlobal Knives - GF Series
Global GF-Series knives have drop forged blades and weighted hollow handles. The GF Series knife range is a collection of chef's cutting, slicing and boning knives with blades ranging from 15cm to 30cm in length, plus a carving fork to complement the carving knife.

Global Cutlery - GT SeriesGlobal Cutlery - GT Series
GT-Series comprises quality tableware constructed in the Global tradition. The GT Series range consists of table knives, forks and spoons in individual pieces and sets, plus specialist pieces such as lobster forks and steak sets.

Global Chef's KnivesGlobal Chef's Knives
A complete list of all chef's knives styles across Global's series, including oriental style cook's knives.

Global Paring and Utility KnivesGlobal Paring and Utility Knives
A complete list of all paring and utility style knives across Global's full range.

Global Bread KnivesGlobal Bread Knives
A list of all bread knives across all Global series.

Global Storage and SharpeningGlobal Storage and Sharpening
Global storage blocks, magnetic racks, cases, sharpeners and other accessories that make up the Global range and help you keep your Global knives in first class condition.
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