GLOBAL G-56 Hollow Edge Vegetable Knife 18 cm

The GLOBAL G-56 is an 18 cm Japanese vegetable knife designed for precise, fine and effortless cutting. Its broad hollow-edge blade creates small air pockets between the blade and the food, helping to reduce sticking when slicing vegetables and other ingredients.

Made in Japan from CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, the G-56 combines GLOBAL's distinctive all-stainless-steel design with excellent balance, a precise cutting edge and comfortable handling. It is an excellent choice for professional chefs and demanding home cooks looking for a specialist knife for vegetable preparation.

18 cm hollow-edge blade for precise cutting

One of the defining features of the GLOBAL G-56 is its hollow-edge blade. The small indentations create air pockets between the food and the blade, helping to reduce friction and prevent ingredients from sticking to the surface.

This is particularly useful when slicing ingredients such as potatoes, courgettes, cucumbers, onions and other vegetables that can adhere to a conventional flat blade.

The 18 cm blade provides a generous cutting surface while remaining easy to control, making the G-56 suitable for both smaller vegetables and larger ingredients.

A GLOBAL knife designed for vegetables

The G-56 is primarily designed for preparing vegetables and making clean, precise cuts. Its broad blade provides good stability and control when working through larger ingredients.

It is ideal for:

• Slicing vegetables thinly.

• Chopping and preparing vegetables.

• Cutting potatoes, onions and courgettes.

• Slicing cucumbers, aubergines and other vegetables.

• Making precise cuts through larger ingredients.

• Preparing fruit and other soft foods.

The broad blade also makes it easy to transfer chopped ingredients from the cutting board to a bowl, pan or other container.

CROMOVA 18 stainless steel

The GLOBAL G-56 is made from GLOBAL's proprietary CROMOVA 18 stainless steel.

This stainless-steel alloy combines chromium, molybdenum and vanadium to provide a good balance of corrosion resistance, hardness, durability and edge retention.

GLOBAL knives are hardened to approximately 56–58 HRC, allowing the blade to maintain a fine cutting edge while remaining practical for everyday kitchen use.

GLOBAL's precise 15° cutting edge

GLOBAL knives are known for their sharp, precise cutting edges. Their blades are ground to approximately 15° per side, providing an acute edge designed for clean and efficient cutting.

The G-56 features a double-bevel edge, making it suitable for both right- and left-handed users.

One-piece stainless-steel design

The distinctive GLOBAL design combines the blade and handle into a seamless stainless-steel construction.

This design makes the knife easy to clean and helps eliminate unnecessary joints where food particles could accumulate. The characteristic hollow handle is designed to provide the right balance between the blade and handle.

The dimpled stainless-steel surface also provides a secure grip and helps maintain control while cutting.

Balanced and comfortable to use

Balance is one of the defining characteristics of GLOBAL knives. Their hollow handles are designed to help distribute the weight of the knife correctly, creating a comfortable and controlled feel in the hand.

The GLOBAL G-56 weighs approximately 190 g, providing a stable yet manageable feel for an 18 cm vegetable knife.

GLOBAL G-56 as a Japanese vegetable knife

The G-56 is particularly well suited to cooks who regularly prepare vegetables and want a dedicated knife for precise slicing and chopping.

Its broad blade and hollow edge make it a practical alternative to a conventional chef's knife when working with vegetables, especially when reducing sticking is important.

It also works very well as a specialist vegetable knife alongside a larger GLOBAL chef's knife.

GLOBAL G-56 vs. GLOBAL G-5

The GLOBAL G-56 and G-5 are both 18 cm vegetable knives, but their blade designs are different.

The G-5 has a more traditional vegetable-knife profile, while the G-56 features a hollow-edge blade designed to reduce food sticking during cutting.

If you regularly slice vegetables and want the benefits of a fluted or hollow-edge blade, the G-56 is the more suitable choice.

Made in Japan

The GLOBAL G-56 belongs to the classic GLOBAL G Series and is made in Japan.

GLOBAL knives are manufactured using CROMOVA 18 stainless steel and are known for their distinctive stainless-steel construction, hollow handles and precise 15° cutting edges.

The characteristic GLOBAL design was developed by Japanese industrial designer Komin Yamada, whose original concept helped establish the distinctive look and handling of GLOBAL knives.

GLOBAL G-56 18 cm specifications

• Brand: GLOBAL

• Model: G-56

• Series: G Series

• Type: Vegetable knife / Nakiri

• Blade length: 18 cm

• Total length: approximately 30 cm

• Weight: approximately 190 g

• Steel: CROMOVA 18 stainless steel

• Hardness: 56–58 HRC

• Blade: Hollow edge / fluted

• Edge: Double bevel

• Cutting angle: approximately 15° per side

• Recommended use: Vegetables and fine slicing

• Country of manufacture: Japan

The product specifications above are supported by the current G-56 product information, including the 18 cm blade, 30 cm total length, 190 g weight, double-bevel edge and vegetable-cutting purpose.

How to care for your GLOBAL G-56

To keep the blade sharp and maintain the finish of your knife:

• Always wash the knife by hand.

• Use warm water and mild dish soap.

• Dry the knife immediately after washing.

• Do not place it in the dishwasher.

• Do not leave the knife soaking in water.

• Use a suitable wooden or synthetic cutting board.

• Avoid glass, stone, marble and ceramic cutting surfaces.

• Do not use the knife on bones or frozen foods.

• Store it safely to protect the cutting edge.

GLOBAL recommends hand washing and drying its knives immediately after use.

Who is the GLOBAL G-56 for?

The GLOBAL G-56 18 cm is an excellent choice for:

• Professional chefs.

• Demanding home cooks.

• Cooks who prepare large quantities of vegetables.

• Japanese knife enthusiasts.

• Anyone looking for a specialist vegetable knife.

• Users who prefer a hollow-edge blade to help reduce food sticking.

GLOBAL G-56: Japanese precision for vegetable preparation

The GLOBAL G-56 Hollow Edge Vegetable Knife 18 cm combines a broad hollow-edge blade with GLOBAL's CROMOVA 18 stainless steel and distinctive Japanese design.

Its 18 cm blade provides an excellent cutting surface, while the hollow edge helps reduce food sticking during slicing. A specialist kitchen knife designed for cooks who value precision, control and effortless vegetable preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GLOBAL G-56 used for?

The GLOBAL G-56 is primarily designed for cutting and preparing vegetables. Its broad 18 cm blade and hollow edge make it particularly suitable for precise slicing and chopping.

Is the GLOBAL G-56 a Nakiri knife?

Yes. The G-56 has the broad blade profile and vegetable-focused design associated with Japanese Nakiri knives, making it particularly suitable for preparing vegetables.

What is the advantage of a hollow-edge blade?

The indentations in the blade create small air pockets between the food and the steel. This helps reduce contact between the ingredient and the blade, making it less likely for sliced food to stick.

Is the GLOBAL G-56 suitable for left-handed users?

Yes. The G-56 has a double-bevel edge, making it suitable for both right- and left-handed users.

What steel does the GLOBAL G-56 use?

The G-56 uses CROMOVA 18 stainless steel, GLOBAL's proprietary stainless-steel alloy. GLOBAL knives are hardened to approximately 56–58 HRC.

Is the GLOBAL G-56 dishwasher safe?

No. Hand washing is recommended. Dry the knife immediately after washing to help maintain the blade and finish.