Global Z 8" Chef's Knife

Global Z is a groundbreaking knife. It's the first kitchen knife made entirely of stainless steel with a DLC coating. Global Z features the same steel and sleek design as the classic
Global knives. What sets it apart is the distinctive black surface. DLC, or Diamond-Like Carbon, is a treatment that protects the knife with a hard, diamondlike outer layer. The technology is used in the aerospace and motorsport industries. It makes the steel surface harder, more durable, resistant to acids, and therefore more corrosion-resistant.

Another benefit of the DLC coating is that the blade becomes smoother, allowing for friction-free cutting with clean, straight slices. The coating is biocompatible. The chef's knife from Global Z is an evolution of Global's classic G-2 cook’s knife. The difference is that Global Z features a DLC surface treatment, giving the knife a black coating that not only looks stunning but also delivers exceptional performance. Each Global Z knife is individually numbered, and due to the complex and extensive manufacturing process, only a limited number of these exclusive knives are produced each
year.

Made in Japan
Lifetime Warranty

Blade Construction: Black DLC Coated Cromova 18 high carbon stainless steel made of chromium, molybdenum and vanadium
Handle Construction: Black DLC coated stainless steel with dimple pattern and filled with sand for balance
Rockwell Hardness: 56 to 58 degrees
Edge: 10 to 15 degrees, double bevel

Blade Length: 8" (200mm)
Edge Length: 8" (200mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (45mm)
Handle Length: 4.75" (120mm)
Overall Length: 12.8" (325mm)
Spine Thickness: 2mm
Weight: 6.2 oz. (176g)

Item number: GZ-2