What is Cromova stainless steel?
CROMOVA 18 is a steel, with a special mixture of molybdenum, vanadium and chromium. The exact combination is our trade secret, but the steel is made to be hard enough so that the knives retain their sharpness, yet soft enough to sharpen with a whetstone.
Are Global knives from Japan?
From its modest inception, GLOBAL has developed into one of the most successful brands of professional kitchen knives in the world. Still crafted by hand in Yoshikin’s factory in Niigata, Japan, GLOBAL knives are manufactured to extremely high and exacting standards.
What brand chef knife does Gordon Ramsay use?
Gordon Ramsay uses both Wüsthof and Henckels branded knives; the brands are known for quality products, and they are two of the best knife manufacturers in the world. Wüstoff has been making knives since 1814, and Henckels has been around since 1895.
What steel is used in Global knives?
CROMOVA 18
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˚, the stainless- steel holds the razor sharp edge of the blade longer than any other steel and resists rust, stains and corrosion.
Are Global knives filled with sand?
To balance their knives, Global uses a hollow handle which is then filled with just the right amount of sand to create the correct balance.
Where is Global knives from?
Niigata, Japan
From its modest inception, GLOBAL has developed into one of the most successful brands of professional kitchen knives in the world. Still crafted by hand in Yoshikin’s factory in Niigata, Japan, GLOBAL knives are manufactured to extremely high and exacting standards.
What happens if you put Global knives in the dishwasher?
Global knives should NOT be put in the dishwasher. Doing so could damage the sharp edges should they come into contact with other objects in the dishwasher. In addition, exposure to extreme heat and powerful detergents found in dishwashers can be harmful to CROMOVA 18 high carbon stainless steel.
Why are global knives so expensive?
Global’s premium knives are made by craftsmen in Japan. They use high-quality materials and apply particular attention to the small details. Therefore, Global knives are expensive, but they’re not as pricey as some competitors such as Wüsthof and Shun. The price varies by collection, too.
Why are GLOBAL knives so expensive?