The Global 20cm G-2 Cook's knife and Global 11cm GS-58 Oriental Cook's knife is the perfect gift for any budding chef. GLOBAL knives are made in Japan from the finest stainless steel material. The blades utilise CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, Ice tempered and hardened to Rockwell C56- 58 which holds a razor sharp edge longer than any other steel and resists rust, stains and corrosion. Other unique features of Global knives are their smooth contours and seamless, all stainless steel construction which eliminates food and dirt traps offering the ultimate in safety and hygiene. A perfectly balanced knife that will stay sharper for longer thanks to its 15 degree angled edge and sand filled handle. The Japanese knives are made in one piece from specially formulated stainless steel (Cromova 18) and it is thanks to this seamless construction that they stay hygienically clean for longer, as the smooth edge doesn't allow for any food trappings. Handwash only.