Seven-piece set includes one of each: 3.5" paring knife, 5.5" chef knife, 6.5" bread/sandwich knife, 9" bread knife, 7.5" vegetable knife, 8" chef knife, 12"L x 5.5"W x 12.75"H stainless steel block
Global knives are made out of 2 pieces of metal and TIG (tungsten inert gas), welded together at the handle; the handles are hollow and filled with sand
Global knives are renowned for their lightweight and even balance
Global knives are made from a significantly harder alloy of steel, with thinner blades and ground to a narrower angle (a steep 15°)
These sharper knives keep their edge longer and allow for more accurate work; because it takes longer to sharpen when they become dull, the manufacturer recommends using whetstones and ceramic sharpening rods