Global 7-piece Ikasu Knife Block Set

Global Knives have two most innovative features - their edge and the way they are balanced. The most important feature of any knife is its edge. The blade is made from proprietary Cromova 18 high carbon stainless steel. This special steel is ice-tempered and hardened to a Rockwell Hardness of 56-58, which remains razor sharp longer than any other steel and resists rust, stains and corrosion. The blade edge is ground on both sides of the blade like western style blades; however the edge is ground to a straight point rather than a beveled edge which results in a razor sharp edge that will stay sharper longer. To balance the blade, all Global knives have a unique hollow handle filled with the right amount of sand to create the perfect balance. Global knives are truly unique. Made in Niigata, Japan.

Highlights: Global knife set includes 3" Paring Knife, 4.5" Utility Knife, 5" Chef's Utility/Prep Knife, 5.5" Nakiri Knife, 8" Chef's Knife, 8" Bread Knife & Bamboo/Acrylic Knife Block Cromova 18 high carbon stainless steel blades are made up of chromium, molybdenum and vanadium (designed exclusively for Global); Ice-tempered, Rockwell Hardness of 58° holds a unique razor-sharp convex edge longer Global signature stainless steel molded dimpled handle, provides safe grip and perfect balance Blade edge is ground on each side (symmetrical 50/50 bevel) creating a super fine 15 degree edge Made in Japan; Limited lifetime warranty. Hand washing recommended

Key details: Color: Stainless Steel | Brand: Global | Blade Material: Stainless Steel | Blade Edge: Fine | Style: Japanese | Item Weight: 6.5 ounces | Is Dishwasher Safe: No | Handle Material: Stainless Steel | Construction Type: hand Made | Item Length: 9.5 Inches

How it fits your day: Use the key specs and highlights above to match it to your setup, space, or routine before you check out.

Customer feedback: 4.6/5 average rating.

Customers say: Customers find this knife block set to be of high quality, sharp, and well-balanced, with one customer noting it stays sharp after many uses. They appreciate its attractive design and excellent value for money, while also praising its cutting performance, with one mentioning it slices through tough crust with ease. However, several customers report issues with rust resistance.

Review snippets: This was purchased as a gift for our daughter and son-in-law. They love it. The knife holder takes up little space on the counter and looks nice, and the knives are well balanced and sharp Read more / I have always wanted a Global knife set, finally got around to pulling the trigger on buying a set because of the price. Found out about Global knives from an Anthony Bourdain book. Very sharp, light weight, and great quality.

From the manufacturer Designed By Legendary Designer Komin Yamada 'When I work with a cold material such as stainless steel I look to nature for my inspiration. Using the organic shapes of nature I am able to create harmony between the person and the utensil.' Razor Sharp Edge The most important feature of any knife is its edge, and the GLOBAL edge is truly its signature. The majority of the GLOBAL knives are sharpened or ground on both sides of the blade, just like Western style knives. However, their edges are ground steeply to a point as illustrated in Fig. 1, and to an acute angle. This is in contrast to Western or European knives that use a beveled edge, Fig. 2. The straight edge results in a dramatically sharper knife which stays sharper longer. The edge on a GLOBAL knife is so large and 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. Cromova 18 Stainless Steel CROMOVA 18 is a steel, with a special mixture of molybdenum, vanadium and chromium. The exact combination is our trade secret, but the steel is made to be hard enough so that the knives retain their sharpness, yet soft enough to sharpen with a whetstone. The high chromium content gives the knives excellent resistance to rust and staining. Functional Design Steeped In Tradition From its modest inception, GLOBAL has developed into one of the most successful brands of professional kitchen knives in the world. Still