Global Classic Santoku Knife

No, these knives are not dishwasher safe. The harsh detergents and high heat of a dishwasher can damage the blade's edge and the integrity of the handle, so we recommend hand washing them with mild soap and drying them immediately.

Global handles are hollow and filled with a precise amount of sand to create a perfectly balanced weight distribution. This, combined with the signature dimpled pattern, provides a secure, slip-resistant grip that feels lighter and more ergonomic than traditional riveted handles.

The Santoku features a flatter blade profile and a shorter, blunter tip, which makes it excellent for efficient, vertical chopping and slicing motions. While a Chef's knife is often used with a rocking motion, the Santoku is designed for precise, straight-down cuts.

CROMOVA 18 is a proprietary stainless steel blend used by Global that is ice-tempered to achieve a high level of hardness. This allows the blades to hold a razor-sharp edge longer than many standard kitchen knives while remaining resistant to rust and corrosion.

Because these knives feature a convex edge geometry, they perform best when sharpened using a whetstone or a ceramic water sharpener designed for Japanese-style blades. Avoid using pull-through electric sharpeners, as they can damage the unique edge profile.