Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife – Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor-Sharp Edge, Made in Japan, G-2

I have used many knives from many companies in my 70+ years of cooking and my Global 8-inch chef's knife is the best I've ever used. Less expensive than many brands, but you wouldn't know it to use it. This is a handsome, well-balanced knife that has a comfortable handle and a terrific blade. I can slice and chop an onion without tears as it slices without crushing and releasing lots of oils. I recommend this knife to any serious cook. My nephew suggested I try it. He was right: I like it so much (even though this is so versatile) I've ordered two more: a smaller chef's knife and a paring knife.

Surprisingly, my favorite by far. I hesitated a lot before buying a single layer knife with the silly metal handle - but now I like it more than Japanese Damascus chefs. Very thin and thus flexible, comes very sharp and I rarely if ever have to sharpen it. The handle looks funny but is surprisingly comfortable. I'm sure there are plenty of better steels on the market and keep in mind I'm not a professional chef, but I have enough experience with knives and I can tell it holds the edge better than most of the reasonably priced kitchen knives. The metal handle probably keeps the price down. Great design, please don't change it!

Excellent product on its own merit. I purchased to have the lightness of the product for my hand and wrist , and since then I have built up a collection. All Global knives and sharpeners , particularly their whetstone are well made and appropriate for a person who cooks slot and wants balance, sturdiness and sharpness

If you're reading this review, clearly you're in the market for a professional grade chef's knife. You've probably also considered offerings by Shun, Wusthof, and Henckels. Truth is, you really can't go wrong with the German knives. Nor can you go wrong with one of the Shun Elite knives. But that doesn't cut it (no pun intended), does it? You want the best. Quite frankly, I believe the Global G2 fits the bill. To be considered a 'good' knife it should: -Be correctly balanced - Have a full tang (or something similar). NOT bonded. - Have metal that can be sharpened to the point where it shaves arm-hair. - Retain its edge assuming regular knife-steel use. - Not stain (only applies to stainless steel knives) The Global G-2 easily exceeds these standards. It's a 'good' knife. But it really offers quite a bit more. Unlike the traditional French or German knives, it doesn't rely on weight to chop things. You'll notice it's a REALLY light knife when picking it up. Now, professional chefs who haven't used one might think this is a drawback. Interestingly, it isn't. Since the grind profile of the blade is relatively narrow, the entire knife becomes an agile cutting machine. The ergonomics are another key benefit of the Global G-2. You can really bring your hand up to the blade and comfortably chop for a while without any discomfort. You'd think the metal handle would get really slippery, but unless your hand is covered in bacon grease (which is bad technique) you won't have any issues. You do have to use proper knife skills to get the most out of this knife, but you might as well learn for your finger's sake. Interestingly, the G-2 is stamped and not forged. Now, this is VERY different than your run of the mill stamped knife. They use the stamping technique in order to make the knife much lighter. There's a forged version (the GF-33) but it's heavier and has a solid handle. I have actually grown to prefer the weight of the G-2. After a TON of vegetable chopping, the light weight of the G-2 is a godsend. The steel is not obnoxiously hard (HRC) unlike some other japanese knives, so any decent steel will do wonders on it. In conclusion, this is hands down the best general Chef's knife I have ever owned. It is a nice improvement on the heavy German designs at a competitive price.

Excellent knife. Well-balanced. Stays sharp. Re-sharpens easily. I use it every day.

I recently bought the Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife, and it's been a game-changer in my kitchen. The first thing I noticed was its sleek design – it's not just a knife, it's a piece of art. But more importantly, it performs exceptionally well. The knife is incredibly sharp, making slicing and dicing a breeze. I've used it on everything from tough root vegetables to delicate herbs, and it handles each task with precision. The balance is just right, making it comfortable to hold and use, even during longer cooking sessions. What really sets this knife apart for me is its lightweight feel, combined with its durability. It's made from high-quality stainless steel, and after several uses, it still looks and performs like new. The edge retention is impressive, reducing the need for frequent sharpening. Cleaning it is easy too, just a quick hand wash and it's good as new – I appreciate that it's low maintenance. Overall, the Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife is a stellar kitchen tool – sharp, durable, and beautifully designed. It's definitely worth the investment for anyone who enjoys cooking.

Terrific knife. Cuts meat like butter.

First off, this is a beautiful knife. I had my name engraved on it, which adds to the beauty. It’s also extremely sharp. I find myself being more cautious with this knife than the other 15 or so knives in my collection. It’s my first Global knife. The thin spine and lack of a true bolster makes this knife good for only the limited kitchen projects. In other words, I don’t see myself using this if I’m working on a recipe or kitchen project that requires lots of repetitive chopping. Beyond that, I continue to use it just about every day for something in the kitchen. I have no regrets about buying it.

Tartışılmaz Japon kalitesi. Ömür boy mutfakta işiniz görecek bir bıçak, çok keskin ve bir o kadar bilemesi kolay. Tabii uygun su taşı almanız gerekiyor. Bu kalitede avrupa yapımı bıçak bulmanız çok zor.

Perfect, have been a fan of global knives and bought this as a replacement for one I stupidly broke (my fault entirely)

Jahrelang hatte ich nur billige Messer aus diversen Messersets in Verwendung. Nie wirklich scharf und wenn man sie mal nachgeschärft hat, dann war das nicht von langer Dauer. Also wollte ich mir mal etwas Gutes gönnen. Auf Empfehlung eines Kochs aus dem Bekanntenkreis habe ich mich letztlich für das Global G-2 entschieden. Das Messer kommt gut verpackt beim Kunden an. Keine edle Holzschatulle wie z.B. bei anderen Mitbewerbern, aber die braucht es auch nicht. Zur Aufbewahrung in der Küche gibt es schließlich Messerblöcke. Das Messer ausgepackt und direkt den Test auf dem Arm gemacht. Absolut Rasiermesserscharf, einfach top! Es liegt für mein Empfinden auch sehr gut und leicht in der Hand. Das ungeliebte Gemüse schnippeln macht damit endlich wieder Spaß. Aber Vorsicht, dass Messer macht nämlich auch vor ungeschickten Fingerkuppen nicht halt. Also besser wegräumen, wenn die Verwandtschaft zu Besuch kommt und in der Küche helfen will. ;-) Wie bei hochwertigen Messern üblich ist die Spülmaschine zur Reinigung tabu. Etwas Spülmittel und ein weicher Lappen reichen aber auch völlig aus. Generell sind die Messer von Global sehr pflegeleicht, eben weil sie komplett aus Edelstahl bestehen. (Damast-)Messer mit Holzgriff benötigen etwas mehr Pflege. Auch das man möglichst Schneidebretter aus Holz oder weichen Kunststoff benutzt sollte selbstverständlich sein. Bitte nicht direkt auf der harten Küchenarbeitsplatte schneiden! Ebenso sollte man das "mit der Messerschneide vom Schneidbrett in den Topf schieben" tunlichst sein lassen. Beides schadet der Schärfe des Messers (aber das gilt generell für alle Messer). Ich besitze das Messer noch nicht so lange, aber bisweilen hat es nichts von seiner Schärfe verloren. Sicher ist es auf den ersten Blick nicht günstig, im direkten Vergleich Preis-Leistungstechnisch aber sehr gut aufgestellt. Wer natürlich Wert auf Ästhetik legt, der ist hier falsch. Es gibt schönere Messer als die von Global, keine Frage. Wer aber gutes Schneidwerkzeug sucht, was einfach das tut was man von einem Messer erwartet, der wird hier definitiv nicht enttäuscht. Von meiner Seite aus 5 Sterne und eine klar Kaufempfehlung. Es wird sicher nicht mein letztes Messer von Global sein. :-)

Già la marca dice tutto!... ottimo coltello, l'unica pecca per alcuni potrebbe essere il manico sottile rispetto ai coltelli da chef occidentali, ma ci si abitua subito. Molto soddisfatto!

Absolument rien à redire sur ce couteau. Evidemment, j'ai profité d'une promo car le prix plein est quand même un peu rédhibitoire, mais c'est du Global hein... Tranchant parfait (coupe une tomate ou une entrecôte comme du beurre) Maniabilité excellente (très léger contrairement à ce qu'on pourrait penser) Le design n'en parlons pas, je suis fan Et pour ce qui est de ce couteau en particulier, le chef 20 cm, il est vraiment très polyvalent: c'est mon premier Global (d'une longue série je l'espère) et je ne regrette pas d'avoir commencé par celui-ci, il fait tout! Je recommande que ce soit pour démarrer une série ou si l'on souhaite s'offrir juste un seul bon couteau. Aussi, j'en ai pris un pour moi et un offert à un pro (chef de restaurant) : il l'adore!