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product_id: 664177
title: "Global Knives 8\" Chef's Knife"
brand: "global"
price: "€ 309.78"
currency: EUR
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category: "Global"
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# Razor-sharp molybdenum/vanadium steel edge Precisely balanced 8-inch blade Lifetime warranty against defects Global Knives 8" Chef's Knife

**Brand:** global
**Price:** € 309.78
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice Sharp, Cook Smart, Own the Kitchen

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Global Knives 8" Chef's Knife by global
- **How much does it cost?** € 309.78 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.es](https://www.desertcart.es/products/664177-global-knives-8-chefs-knife)

## Best For

- global enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted global brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Cutting-Edge Sharpness:** Crafted from high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel, the blade stays razor-sharp longer than traditional knives—slice like a pro every time.
- • **Sanitation Meets Style:** Sleek, seamless stainless steel handle not only looks modern but resists bacteria buildup for a cleaner, safer kitchen.
- • **Ergonomic Grip, No Slip:** Seamlessly molded stainless steel handle with dimples ensures a secure, comfortable grip even during intense prep sessions.
- • **Featherweight Precision:** Experience effortless control with a lightweight, perfectly balanced 8-inch blade designed for all your kitchen tasks.
- • **Built to Last a Lifetime:** Backed by a lifetime warranty, this Japanese-made chef’s knife is an investment in durability and culinary excellence.

## Overview

The Global 8-Inch Chef's Knife (G-2) is a lightweight, razor-sharp kitchen essential made in Japan from premium molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel. Its precisely balanced blade and ergonomic stainless steel handle deliver superior control and comfort. Designed for longevity with a seamless, dimpled grip and backed by a lifetime warranty, this knife redefines professional-grade performance for serious home chefs.

## Description

Product Description The chef's knife is the multipurpose workhorse of the kitchen. Perfect for mincing, cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work. The "workhorse" of the kitchen is perfect for cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work. desertcart.com High tech from tip to handle, Global knives from Japan created a sensation when they burst onto the world's culinary stage as an alternative to traditional European-style cutlery. Blades are made of hard molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel and "face-ground" with a long taper rather than a short bevel so edges remain sharp longer than even the best high-carbon stainless-steel knives. Edges also are ground at a more acute angle than traditional European-style knives and arrive from the factory razor-sharp. Although Global also makes a "heavyweight" line for cooks who prefer hefty knives, its original knives--of which this 8-inch chef's knife is an example--have thinner blades and are lighter than traditional European-style knives. Global also dispensed with bolsters on its original knives to reduce weight. Balance is achieved by injecting a precise amount of sand for a particular blade style into a hollow handle. To ensure balance is continuous, the sand flows inside the handle as a blade is maneuvered. A finger notch between blade and handle provides safety. Stainless-steel handles are Global's most striking feature. They're molded to fit the hand and dimpled to resist slipping. Smaller around than many European-style handles, they're easy for small-handed cooks to grasp and seamless for sanitation. Global recommends using a ceramic sharpener or a diamond steel instead of a metal sharpening steel for its knives, supplemented by a synthetic whetstone, a ceramic whetstone, or a Shinkansen sharpener. Global also makes a Sharpening Guide Rail so blades can be honed on a whetstone at the proper angle. Global knives should be hand washed to protect edges. They carry a lifetime warranty against defects and breakage. --Fred Brack

Review: Best Knife I've Tried - 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.
Review: Excellent slicing knife, better than (almost?) any other, for this price it's a bargain - 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!

## Features

- Lightweight, precisely balanced 8-inch or 20cm chef's knife
- Blade made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
- Edge retains razor sharpness exceptionally well
- Stainless-steel handle molded for Comfort, dimpled for safe grip
- Lifetime warranty against defects and breakage

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00005OL44 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,990 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #62 in Chef's Knives |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 8 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Global |
| Color | Silver |
| Construction Type | Stamped |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,113) |
| Date First Available | December 16, 2008 |
| Department | Cookware |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04943691802484 |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Item Length | 8 Inches |
| Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
| Item model number | G-2 |
| Manufacturer | Yoshikin |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Size | 8" Standard |
| UPC | 844007023934 090169773655 768240311026 707430985357 |

## Product Details

- **Blade Edge:** Plain
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Global
- **Color:** Silver
- **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel

## Images

![Global Knives 8" Chef's Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XmuBPYloL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are the Global knives dishwasher safe?**
A: The knife is 100% stainless steel and is absolutely dishwasher safe, do not believe the knife-nazi hype. THAT BEING SAID, I have a 3rd drawer in my dishwasher which is all the way at the top of the cabinet, and allows me to place the knife lengthwise with blade edge facing down in it's own slot, where the edge of the blade is held in small plastic tines so it cannot bounce around and hit other hard objects. DO NOT place the knife haphazardly in the rack where it can bang around against other items or metal racks. Occasionally I get small rust spots on the blade which come off in seconds with a green scrubby pad. No amount of careful handling will prevent the blade from dulling. It will need to be sharpened periodically. I have washed my global knife in the dishwasher for years and maintain a shaving sharp blade with a diamond stone and a polish-coated strop, however any reasonable sharpening system will work. "Never put a kitchen knife in the dishwasher" is an old wives tale and simply not based in reality. Splashing hot soapy water on any knife made of stainless/ceramic/plastic just won't cause damage, period. Do not place a wood handled knife in the washer because the wood will swell, dry and crack, which is where this outdated advice comes from.I do not own any wooden handled knives for this reason, wash all of them in the dishwasher regularly, and they all can shave the hairs on my arm. I sharpen about once every 6 months on the diamond "stones", and about once a month with a diamond coated "honing steel". A few strokes on my leather strop keeps the razors edge, and will remove any small burrs, "wire", or rolls of the edge.A good knife is a tool and should be treated as such. Use it, maintain it, and do not be afraid of it. They are not precious works of art that need to be handled with kid gloves.

**Q: are the blades stamped or forged?**
A: There seems to be some confusion with the previous answers given. Global makes stamped AND forged knives. This knife, the G-2, is stamped, not forged. They make a heavier duty line of forged cutler, which are prefixed with GF. The forged version (8.25") of this knife is model #GF-33 (http://www.amazon.com/Global-GF-33-4-Inch-21-cm-Heavyweight/dp/B00005OL4N). I own this as well as quite a few other Global knives, and they are all excellent. I actually prefer the stamped to the forged version. It is lighter and very nimble in my hands. It comes down to a preference to European type chef knives (Sabatier, Wüsthof, Henckels, etc) vs Asian type chef knives (Global, Shun, MAC, etc). I prefer the lighter style of Asian knife without a heavy bolster over my Henckels. YYMV. This knife is extremely sharp, however, and is one of my favorite knives that I own. Using it is simply a joy unto itself!

**Q: Does the knife come with a case or sheath?**
A: This listing has a sheath: amazon.com/dp/B07WD5K8NB

**Q: I am trying to register this knife with global since there is a lifetime warranty. There is no serial number on the knife, do you know where it is?**
A: After 23 or so years of use, had a smaller Global knife snap between handle and blade.  Global fully honored the warranty, fully replaced it.  I don’t recall ever registering it, Global just asked for photos of old knife and the pieces back once new one arrived.  My other 5 knifes have had zero problems. Great knife, great company that backs its products

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Knife I've Tried
*by M***K on October 11, 2025*

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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent slicing knife, better than (almost?) any other, for this price it's a bargain
*by M***V on December 12, 2025*

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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Global knives perfect for my hand and wrist mobility
*by A***M on December 22, 2025*

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

## Frequently Bought Together

- Global 8" Chef's Knife
- Global 3.5" Paring Knife
- Global Stage 2 Sharpener-Black

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