5.5 Vegetable Knife

A Japanese-style square-tip knife, also known as a nakiri knife, is ideal for chopping meat, root vegetables, and big prep jobs. It is a popular alternative to the Santos knife. The Gs series, a classic collection of small to medium-sized knives for general and special preparation, features knives that are high-tech from tip to handle.

Global knives from Japan made a significant impact on the culinary world when they emerged as an alternative to traditional European-style cutlery. The blades are crafted from hard molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel and are "face-ground" with a long taper, allowing the edges to stay sharp for longer periods compared to high-carbon stainless-steel knives. These knives have a more acute angle on the edges than traditional European-style knives and come razor-sharp from the factory.

The original Global knives, like this lightweight and precisely balanced 5-1/2-inch knife designed for slicing and chopping vegetables, have thinner blades and are lighter compared to traditional European-style knives. To maintain balance, a precise amount of sand is injected into the hollow handle, allowing the sand to flow as the blade is maneuvered. A finger notch between the blade and handle ensures safety during use.

The stainless-steel handles of Global knives are molded to fit the hand and dimpled to prevent slipping. They are smaller in size compared to European-style handles, making them easy for small-handed cooks to grip and seamless for sanitation purposes. Global recommends using a ceramic sharpener, diamond steel, synthetic whetstone, ceramic whetstone, or a Shinkansen sharpener for knife maintenance. Additionally, they offer a Sharpening Guide Rail for honing the blades at the correct angle on a whetstone.

For long-lasting sharpness, Global knives should be hand washed to protect the edges. They come with a lifetime warranty against defects and breakage. -Fred Brack

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