Global SAI-04 Vegetable Knife 19cm

Precision Chopping for Serious Cooks.

Inspired by the traditional Japanese Usuba knife, the Global SAI-04 Vegetable Knife is purpose-built for fast, efficient vegetable preparation. Its long, flat 19cm blade is designed so the entire cutting edge meets the chopping board at once, producing clean, complete cuts through everything from leafy greens to dense root vegetables with minimal effort.

As the largest vegetable knife in the Global SAI collection, the SAI-04 offers excellent stability and cutting power, making it ideal for extended food preparation. The generous blade length and ergonomic handle provide outstanding control when slicing, shredding, chopping and finely dicing vegetables, while the hand-hammered finish creates air pockets that help minimise food sticking to the blade for smoother, more efficient cutting.

Designed by renowned industrial designer Komin Yamada, the Global SAI collection represents the pinnacle of Global’s Japanese craftsmanship. Each knife features an advanced three-layer construction with a hard CROMOVA 18 SANSO stainless steel core protected by softer SUS410 stainless steel outer layers for exceptional edge retention, durability and corrosion resistance. Finished with a hand mirror-polished 12.5-degree cutting edge and an ergonomically shaped hollow handle with integrated thumb rest, the SAI-04 delivers exceptional comfort and precision for demanding kitchen tasks.

Features:

• Premium Japanese vegetable knife inspired by the traditional Usuba
• Specialised for chopping, slicing, shredding and dicing vegetables
• Long, flat blade profile allows the full edge to contact the chopping board for clean, complete cuts
• Excellent for preparing leafy greens, herbs and dense root vegetables
• Larger, heavier design provides stability and comfort during extended food preparation
• Three-layer blade construction with a CROMOVA 18 SANSO stainless steel core and SUS410 outer layers
• Hand mirror-polished 12.5-degree cutting edge for exceptional sharpness and edge retention
• Rockwell hardness: C58-C59
• Hand-hammered blade finish creates air pockets to help reduce food sticking
• Precision convex edge delivers smooth, effortless cutting performance
• Resistant to rust, stains and corrosion
• Ergonomic hollow stainless steel handle with integrated thumb rest
• Sand-filled handle provides optimum balance and control
• Seven signature black handle dots symbolise the Samurai code of honour
• Seamless hygienic construction eliminates food and dirt traps
• Blade length: 19cm
• Handcrafted in Japan

For cooks who spend as much time preparing vegetables as they do creating memorable meals, the Global SAI-04 Vegetable Knife delivers the precision, comfort and craftsmanship to make every cut effortless.

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