Global MasterChef knife set

Global knife set with the 2 most-used knives from the MasterChef 2013 and 2014 series. The knives used in the 2016 series, MasterChef 4, are also available in our online shop.

Global knives are one of the most highly regarded professional knife brands in the world, valued by both professional chefs and amateurs. Hand-crafted in Japan and forged in a single piece from excellent-quality stainless steel (CROMOVA 18%), with a little basic care they will last a lifetime in excellent condition. This Global knife set is made up of a chef's knife with a 16 cm blade and a paring knife with an 11 cm blade, perfect for most tasks at home. We stock the entire Global knife collection; if you can't find the product code you are looking for, get in touch and we'll source it for you. At the bottom left of this page you'll find a "catalogues" link to the Global knife catalogue, where you can browse the full range.

Japanese Global knives have a concave edge rather than the traditional Western "V"-shaped edge, so the blade cuts into food better and the edge stays sharp for longer.

For a high-quality knife like these to last a lifetime, you should follow a few basic care steps:

Storage:

The most common mistake in many kitchens is storing knives piled up in drawers, which is very hard on the edge. It is best to use a knife block, a magnetic bar or a knife roll.

Cleaning:

We recommend not washing them in the dishwasher; a very harsh detergent or not drying them properly can cause the metal to lose its shine. It is always best to wash them by hand under running water with ordinary washing-up liquid after use and dry them well once rinsed.

Use:

Each knife has a blade length, width and flexibility designed for a specific task. It is very important to use the right knife for each job. Using a chef's knife for boning can damage the knife or, worse, cause an accident.

Maintenance:

We really want to stress that a blunt knife is more dangerous and less useful than one in perfect condition. If you follow the advice above, a knife of this quality will last a long time without needing sharpening. Regardless of sharpening, though, it is a good idea to use a honing steel often — in this case a ceramic honing steel — as it will keep the edge in perfect condition. When sharpening is needed, use a sharpening stone or an electric sharpener with a medium-grit stone.

It's worth pointing out that Global is not a brand that shot to fame through sponsoring television programmes such as MasterChef. Global is a Japanese manufacturer with many years of experience and high-quality products that are highly valued by professional chefs around the world.

This Global professional knife set comes in an elegant printed presentation box, making it perfect as a gift.