Global Sai Knife Block, Set of 5

Summary

Legendary industrial designer Komin Yamada brings a new age of innovation to Global cutlery with Sai—individually hand-hammered knives with one-of-a-kind character. Unifying function and design, these distinctive Japanese knives combine ergonomic handles with triple-layered steel blades that maintain their exceptionally sharp edges. Our hand-selected set includes five home-chef essentials and a handsome cutlery block.

• The first new cutlery line produced by Global in more than 30 years, Sai blends the Japanese company’s tradition of craftsmanship with modern technological advancements.
• Designer Komin Yamada pairs user-friendly organic designs with individually hand-hammered blades that make each knife unique.
• The knives combine three layers of steel: a core of patented, ultra-hard Cromova 18 Sanso stainless-steel alloy and two outer layers of more flexible 18/8 steel for added strength and resistance to rust.
• Professional-quality blades are ice-hardened and tempered to increase hardness, resist corrosion and maintain long-lasting sharpness.
• Each blade is hand-hammered to create hollow air pockets that reduce drag, allowing the blade to glide through food without sticking.
• 12.5-degree blade edge is mirror-polished by hand for exceptionally long-lasting sharpness.
• The perfectly balanced handle has an ergonomic thumb rest for a smooth, efficient cutting motion and steady, comfortable grip.
• Iconic dots on the knife's hollow handle represent seven traditional Japanese virtues from the Samurai code of honor.
• Stainless-steel storage block's angled design helps protect the blades, and its nonslip rubber base anchors the block securely on a countertop.
• Block has slots for nine knives and a honing steel.
• Made in Japan.
• A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

5-Piece Set includes:

• 3 1/2" paring knife.
• 5 3/4" utility knife.
• 6 3/4" serrated utility knife.
• 7 1/2" chef’s knife.
• Nine-slot storage block including spot for honing steel. Please note: Storage block is counted as an individual piece.

Dimensions & More Info

• Paring Knife: 3 1/2"-long blade; 5"-long handle; 3 oz.
  
• Utility Knife: 5 3/4"-long blade; 5"-long handle; 5.25 oz.
• Serrated Utility Knife: 6 1/2"-long blade; 5"-long handle; 5.5 oz.
  
• Chef’s Knife: 7 1/2"-long blade; 6"-long handle; 8.5 oz.

Use & Care

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone or frozen food, as the blade can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Use the honing steel only when you feel the knife has lost some of its original sharpness, usually no sooner than six months after its first use. As you continue to use your Global knife, it will require more frequent honing. If you need to hone your knife more than once every two weeks, it is time to have it sharpened.
• Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.