Global’s sleek, razor-sharp cutlery is an excellent choice for professional chefs and discerning home cooks alike. This chef’s knife–Global’s most popular model–is ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing just about any ingredient. Lightweight design features perfect balance, helping reduce hand fatigue and providing you with greater control. Ergonomic, molded handle ensures comfortable slicing, and Global’s signature dimple pattern provides a stronger grip. Seamless construction from a single piece of high-tech CROMOVA stainless steel eliminates food and dirt traps. Hand wash. Available in two blade sizes: 8" or 10". Limited lifetime warranty. Made in Japan. GLOBAL’S INNOVATIVE DESIGNGlobal’s award-winning knives are made to the exacting standards of professional Japanese chefs. To deliver perfect balance, Global manufactures hollow handles, then fills each one just enough to achieve the desired weight. Blades feature a prominent ¼" edge, which is ground straight to a point rather than beveled, resulting in exceptional sharpness and edge retention.