Global G-48338 - 3 Piece Knife Set with Santoku

Product Review

Global 3 Piece Hollow Ground Santoku Knife Set. Set comprises of 7" hollow ground santoku knife, 5.25" utility knife and 3.5" paring knife (G48, GS3 and GS38). Loved by professional chefs around the world, Global knives are an excellent choice for the serious home cook. The thin and razor sharp Global blade allows the cook to cleanly slice through foods, preserving the integrity of the ingredient and maximizing its flavor. The majority of Global knives are ground to a straight point rather than the western style of beveling the edge. To balance their knives Global uses a hollow handle that is filled with just the right amount of sand to create the correct balance. The handle has its own unique darkened dimples for a non-slip grip. Because the knives are very light weight they reduce hand fatigue. Global knives have a smooth contour and seamless, all stainless construction that eliminates food and dirt traps. Global knifes are forged in Japan from CROMOVA 18 Stainless Steel, a blend of 18 percent chromium for good stain resistance plus molybdenum and vanadium which gives excellent edge retention

Product Features

Uniquely designed 3-piece knife set includes a 7-inch hollow ground santoku, a 5-1/4-inch utility knife, and a 3-1/2-inch paring knife
Forged in Japan from CROMOVA 18 stainless steel; face-ground with a long taper, so edges remain sharp longer
Blended from 18 percent chromium for good stain resistance, plus molybdenum and vanadium for excellent edge retention
Reduces hand fatigue associated with repeated chopping and mincing; dimpled handles are non-slip; sand-filled hollow handle creates balance
As with all fine cutlery, hand washing is best for care

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Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review

(17 customer reviews)

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

I'm a satified customer, September 7, 2008

A. Buck (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Global G-48338 - 3 Piece Knife Set with Santoku - Hollow Ground, Utility and Paring Knife (Kitchen)

I did a lot of research before purchasing my first knife set. I'm a recent college grad and want to start collecting some quality kitchen equipment to last me a lifetime (hopefully). My initial tip on these kinves was from the book "Kitchen Confidential" by Anthony Bourdain - a great read if you are interested in exploring cooking and the restaurant world or "culinary underbelly" as I believe he calls it. Bourdain recommends Global knives in the book.

These knives are the sharpest I have ever used. They are also very light and a delight to hold - great craftsmanship. My mother kept a set of heavy German knives that were dull as rocks (I don't think she ever sharpened them, well maybe once a decade) and it was always frightful to use them growing up as I felt I'd cut my finger clear off trying to get a raw potato sliced (I loved making the mashed potatoes).

The three piece set gives you a lot of versatility. I've even *gasp* used these as an impromptu cardboard...Read more

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

Good Quality Knives, April 19, 2009

stockholmsyndrome (Washington) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Global G-48338 - 3 Piece Knife Set with Santoku - Hollow Ground, Utility and Paring Knife (Kitchen)

These are very nice knives, and the price is very reasonable for the quality you are getting.
I just bought some for my husband for his birthday, and he is completely in love with him. He is going to culinary school, so he is very specific about the kind of knife he likes.
They are very sharp, and come with instructions on how to take proper care of them, such as sharpening and cleaning. If anyone is looking to spend a little more for a good quality basic set of chefs' knives, I would definitely recommend these.
The only other thing to take into consideration is the unique handle design. My husband likes it; I know some prefer the more classic style of handle. However, I have not found that it makes using the knife difficult or awkward. It is more a matter of personal preference.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

My absolute favorite knives, July 2, 2008

Ethyl "Ethyl" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Global G-48338 - 3 Piece Knife Set with Santoku - Hollow Ground, Utility and Paring Knife (Kitchen)

I have many fine knives in my collection, but these are my very favorite. I like them so much I gave them to my sister and to my neice for her wedding. The balance is great and the sharpness unequaled. Worth every penney.