The Global SAI-S01 9cm Small Paring Knife that can be compared to the GS-38 in the classic Global line. The knife is made for small kitchen tasks, such as peeling vegetables or cutting up fruit. The SAI-S01 has a long hollow handle, this makes the knife a bit more comfortable in the hand, but the handle with the thumb rest forces you to hold the knife in a certain way and we would suggest that makes this paring knife a better cutting and slicing knife than other paring knives.
Global SAI sit as Global’s premium knife range with superior cutting performance and edge retention. Designed by renowned industrial designer Komin Yamada, Global SAI is the first new line from Global in 25 years and pays homage to the Samurai tradition of sword making. The slightly longer curved ergonomic handle provides a comfortable grip and features 7 signature black dots, which represent the 7 noble virtues of the Samurai’s code of honour; Integrity, Courage, Compassion, Respect, Honesty, Honour and Loyalty. As with all Global Knives, the handles are hollow and weighted; the handle has an ergonomic thumb rest for a smooth, efficient cutting motion and comfortable grip. The blades themselves are sharpened to a 12.5-degree edge, which has been mirror-polished by hand for extra-long lasting sharpness. The beautiful hammered finish applied to the patented CROMOVA 18 is not just for looks; it produces air pockets that help release food while cutting, giving the blade non-stick properties.
Features:
- Special three-ply blade construction made from corrosion-resistant CROMOVA 18 Sanso stainless steel sandwiched between two layers of softer SUS410 stainless steel material.
- The blades are honed to a fine edge to give a superb cutting performance which helps to protect the blade against chipping, rusting and staining.
- The unique convex edge of the blade makes cuts smoother, requiring less energy.
- Perfectly balanced, sand-filled ergonomic handles designed in the traditional Japanese bushido way of the Samurai.
- Handcrafted in Japan using artisanal techniques with modern technology in the samurai sword tradition.
From knife construction and testing to the story of Global, all the way to the comparisons between each series of knives, visit our in-depth Guide to Global to learn everything you need to know before buying!
