A large 8.5" serrated bread knife that's great for slicing foods with thick crusts or rinds like artisan breads and melons/gourds. It also cuts through soft bread without crushing it.
Features
• The blade is constructed of a single piece of steel, with a unique convex edge for unsurpassed performance.
• Made of hollow handles which are then filled with sand to achieve the desired weight and deliver the perfect balance.
• Perfectly balanced knives provide optimal control.
• The blade is made of the finest stainless steel called CROMOVA 18 (Chromium, Molybdenum and Vanadium), designed exclusively for GLOBAL®.
• Ice tempered and hardened to Rockwell C56 - C58 degrees which holds the razor-sharp edge of the blade longer than any other steel.
• Ergonomic, stainless steel hygienic handles with signature dimple pattern offer a comfortable, slip-resistant grip.
• Blade Length: 8.5" inches long
• Made in Japan
Care Information
• Looking after your GLOBAL knife is very important, as improper care can severely damage your knife. Stamped GLOBAL blades have edges that are razor sharp. To obtain such sharp edges, they are factory sharpened at an angle between 10 and 15 degrees. Sharpening at this angle results in a thinner edge, so some caution is necessary. Below, is information on how to care for your knife effectively, including how to sharpen, how to clean correctly, and how to store safely.
• Do not soak before cleaning. In particular, avoid soaking in harsh cleaning solutions and any solution containing bleach.
• Do not use harsh detergents or cleansers containing chlorine bleach.
• Do not attempt to cut through frozen foods or bones. If you should slice into something frozen or solid, remove carefully using a slicing (forward and backward) motion. DO NOT twist the knife side to side to remove it. Doing so will bend your edge and possibly chip it leaving a chunk of knife in the solid matter.
• Do not cut on a marble, stone, tile, or glass surface.
Sharpening
• GLOBAL knives come out of the factory in Japan with a very sharp edge, and CROMOVA 18 (GLOBAL's unique blade material) ensures this sharpness will be maintained longer than most other knives. However, your knife will need to be sharpened from time to time to maintain its keen edge. GLOBAL recommends periodically sharpening your knife using either a waterstone or ceramic stone. In between stone sharpenings, it's recommended you use a ceramic honing steel or diamond rod to keep the edges of your knife aligned.
Washing and Cleaning
• GLOBAL knives should be hand washed with warm soapy water. After washing, rinse off with warm water and dry thoroughly with a towel. GLOBAL knives should NOT be placed in the dishwasher since it can damage the sharp edges of the blade. In addition, exposure to extreme heat and powerful detergents found in dishwashers can be harmful to CROMOVA 18 high carbon stainless steel.
Storage
• GLOBAL knives are very sharp and should be carefully stored to avoid accidents and kept out of the reach of small children. GLOBAL recommends the use of knife blocks, magnetic wall racks, knife docks, or knife rolls/cases.
• If your knife is not stored or cleaned correctly, you may find that rust can start to develop on it. General household stainless steel cleaners are available on the market, and any of these can be used to remove rust from your stainless steel.