Global SAI-01 Cooks Knife 19cm

Premium Performance Inspired by the Samurai.The Global SAI-01 19cm Cooks Knife is the flagship chefs knife in the Global SAI collection, designed for cooks who demand exceptional precision and performance. Equally at home chopping vegetables, slicing meat, mincing herbs or tackling everyday preparation, this versatile knife offers the perfect balance of agility and cutting power, making it an outstanding all-round kitchen companion.Inspired by the Japanese tradition of Samurai sword making and designed by renowned industrial designer Komin Yamada, the SAI collection represents Globals premium evolution after more than 25 years of refining its iconic knife designs. The blade features an advanced three-layer construction, with a hard CROMOVA 18 SANSO stainless steel core protected by two outer layers of softer SUS410 stainless steel. This construction delivers remarkable edge retention while improving durability and resistance to chipping, rust and stains.The hand-hammered finish isnt simply a striking design feature. The small hollows create air pockets that help reduce food sticking to the blade, making slicing smoother and more efficient. Finished with a hand-mirror-polished 12.5-degree cutting edge and an ergonomically shaped, sand-filled handle featuring Global SAIs signature seven black dots representing the seven virtues of the Samurai, the SAI-01 delivers exceptional comfort, balance and control with every cut.Features:Premium all-purpose Japanese cooks knife for everyday food preparationIdeal for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing and general kitchen tasksFlagship chefs knife in the Global SAI collectionThree-layer blade construction with a CROMOVA 18 SANSO stainless steel core and SUS410 outer layersHand mirror-polished 12.5-degree cutting edge for exceptional sharpness and edge retentionRockwell hardness: C58-C59Hand-hammered blade finish creates air pockets to help reduce food stickingPrecision convex edge delivers smooth, effortless cutting performanceResistant to rust, stains and corrosionErgonomic hollow stainless steel handle with integrated thumb restSand-filled handle provides optimum balance and controlSeven signature black handle dots symbolise the Samurai code of honourSeamless hygienic construction eliminates food and dirt trapsBlade length: 19cmHandcrafted in JapanFrom knife construction and testing to the story of Global, all the way to the comparisons between each series of knives, visit our in-depthGuide to Globalto learn everything you need to know before buying!Find all information on how to clean, wash, store and sharpen your Global knivesHERE.Shop the Global Sai CollectionHERE.