<p>Global's award-winning knives are made to the exacting standards of professional Japanese chefs, who prize their perfect balance, light weight and seamless construction. To celebrate their 40th anniversary, Global is offering a limited-edition <i>Kiritsuke, </i>which excels at precision cutting and slicing of fish, meat and produce. Each knife is made from Cromova stainless steel in a process borrowed from the ancient art of samurai sword making.</p> <ul> <li>Limited edition knife in honor of Global's 40th anniversary.</li> <li>Stamped blade is made from exceptionally hard Cromova 18 high-carbon stainless steel, ice tempered and hardened to resist corrosion.</li> <li>Prominent 1/4"-edge is visible to the naked eye and ground straight to a point rather than beveled, resulting in impressive sharpness and edge retention.</li> <li>Stainless-steel handle is seamlessly constructed and textured for a good grip.</li> <li>Crafted to professional standards, this knife is lightweight yet perfectly balanced.</li> <li>Etched with Global's 40th anniversary logo.</li> </ul>