What makes the blades unique in the Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3?

The Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3 stands out for triple-layer steel blades with a mirror-polished 12.5-degree edge that helps maintain exceptional sharpness. Each blade is individually hand-hammered. Three-layer construction combines an ultra-hard steel core with two outer steel layers. Ice-hardened and tempered blades increase hardness and resist corrosion. Hand-hammering creates hollow air pockets to reduce drag and sticking.

What is the benefit of hand-hammering for the Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3?

Hand-hammering creates hollow air pockets on each blade, reducing drag so the knife glides through food with less sticking. It also gives each knife one-of-a-kind character. The blades are individually hand-hammered.

What are the key features of the handles for the Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3?

The handles are perfectly balanced and shaped with an ergonomic thumb rest for a smooth cutting motion and a steady, comfortable grip. Iconic dots represent seven traditional Japanese virtues. The set includes santoku, utility, and paring knives with different handle lengths.

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Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3

$499.95

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The Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3 stands out for triple-layer steel blades with a mirror-polished 12.5-degree edge that helps maintain exceptional sharpness.
- Each blade is individually hand-hammered.
- Three-layer construction combines an ultra-hard steel core with two outer steel layers.
- Ice-hardened and tempered blades increase hardness and resist corrosion.
- Hand-hammering creates hollow air pockets to reduce drag and sticking.
Hand-hammering creates hollow air pockets on each blade, reducing drag so the knife glides through food with less sticking.
- It also gives each knife one-of-a-kind character.
- The blades are individually hand-hammered.
The handles are perfectly balanced and shaped with an ergonomic thumb rest for a smooth cutting motion and a steady, comfortable grip.
- Iconic dots represent seven traditional Japanese virtues.
- The set includes santoku, utility, and paring knives with different handle lengths.