Global Classic Knives

A Masterpiece Forty Years in the Making: The Global G-78/AB Limited Edition Experience the surgical precision of CROMOVA 18 steel and the signature ergonomics that revolutionized the modern professional kitchen. For four decades, Global has been the vanguard of Japanese cutlery, and the 40th Anniversary G-78/AB Chef's Knife is the culmination of that legacy. This isn't just a commemorative piece; it is a high-performance tool engineered for the rigors of professional service. The 7-inch blade length is widely considered the 'sweet spot' for home cooks and chefs alike, offering the nimble control of a paring knife with the heft required for heavy-duty vegetable prep. The core of this anniversary edition is Global's proprietary CROMOVA 18 stainless steel. By blending high levels of Chromium with Molybdenum and Vanadium, Global has achieved a steel that is hard enough to maintain a razor-like edge but resilient enough to resist chipping and staining. Each blade is ice-tempered and hardened to Rockwell C56-C58, ensuring it outlasts conventional Western steel in edge retention. What sets the G-78/AB apart is its unique fluted (Granton) edge. These carefully machined divots create small air pockets between the steel and the food, drastically reducing surface tension. Whether you are slicing through starchy potatoes or delicate proteins, the blade glides through without sticking, allowing for faster, more uniform cuts. The seamless, all-stainless construction ensures total hygiene, while the iconic dimpled handle provides a slip-resistant grip even in high-moisture environments. This 40th-anniversary edition is a testament to the fact that when it comes to balance, durability, and sharpness, Global remains the industry standard. Learn More

The Global Classic 7.1 in. (180mm) Vegetable Knife is the perfect knife for quickly chopping vegetables; particularly shallots, green onions and garlic. Unlike more traditionally shaped nakiris this blade has a slight curvature near the tip which allows for a rock cut and creates a smooth motion when rocking the knife along the board. Guaranteed to speed up your vegetable prep when compared to a traditional nakiri design. Learn More

The Global 8.7 in. (220mm) Bread Knife is ideal for slicing through crusty breads with soft centers. This great bread knife made of Japanese steel will stay sharper than most bread knives. Made in Japan. Learn More

Global Classic 7 in. Asian Chef Knife, much like a kiritsuki, has a nice shape and camber that makes for cutting in a rocking motion as well as push cuts. The bunka tip is also a plus as it's easy to use in a long slicing motion for celery and cutting near the root when dicing onion. Learn More

The Global 6.3 in. (160mm) Flexible Boning Knife would be your best choice for deboning chicken, ham, ribs, etc.. Flexible for better control. Learn More

The Global GF Series 6.3 in. (160mm) Stiff Boning Knife is a professional-grade tool designed for precision meat preparation. Crafted from Global's heavy-duty GF Series, this knife is drop-forged from a single piece of CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, providing exceptional strength, durability, and edge retention. The stiff, narrow blade offers outstanding control when separating meat from bone, trimming fat, and breaking down poultry, pork, beef, and fish. Its added weight and robust construction make it a favorite among butchers, chefs, and serious home cooks who demand performance in high-volume kitchens. The signature Global handle is seamlessly integrated for superior balance, comfort, and hygienic maintenance, making this boning knife a reliable workhorse for years of professional use. Learn More

The Global 8 in. (200mm) Professional Chef Knife is used for cutting meats, fruits and vegetables. This is a workhorse: the most important tool in your arsenal. This knife was Chef Anthony Bourdain's favorite blade, a recommendation we don't take lightly.    Bon Appétit named this knife a "great, affordable chef's knife" in their 2024 rankings. Anthony Bourdain called this the one knife you need in his book Kitchen Confidential. It was his favorite chef's knife.  (Bourdain, Anthony. Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly. United Kingdom, Bloomsbury USA, 2000.) Learn More

The Global Classic 7.1 in. (180mm) Nakiri with a Granton Edge is the ultimate vegetable knife. This blade is designed for quick and efficient chopping. The blade is slightly curved to facilitate a comfortable rocking motion during use. This knife can also be used to cut meat, fish and any other food, but we know you'll really enjoy using this knife for vegetable prep. The hollow edge "grantons" that have been cut into each side of this blade are designed to help food release cleanly from the blade; this will reduce surface friction to make cutting easier and help improve the quality of each cut. Learn More

The Global G Series 7.1 in. (180mm) Santoku Knife is a versatile Japanese all-purpose knife designed for precision and control. Its compact size and balanced feel make it especially well-suited for detailed kitchen tasks such as mincing garlic and shallots, finely chopping herbs, and preparing vegetables with accuracy. The name Santoku translates to "three virtues," referring to the knife's ability to excel at slicing, dicing, and chopping. The broad blade provides ample knuckle clearance while helping transfer ingredients from cutting board to pan with ease. Crafted from Global's exclusive CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, this knife delivers exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance, making it an indispensable tool for both home cooks and professional chefs. Learn More