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Global G-2 8-Inch Chef's Knife
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Ranked #10 in Chef's Knives
Backed by 3 cited sources
Covered by 3 outlets
A once-revolutionary all-steel knife that is still brilliantly light, agile and screaming sharp out of the box - a great buy for smaller hands. But at 56-58 HRC the CROMOVA steel is softer than modern Japanese rivals and the convex grind is tricky to resharpen, so it is no longer the class leader at ~$120.
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Key features
- ✓ One-piece CROMOVA 18 stainless construction
- ✓ Very lightweight and agile
- ✓ Extremely sharp factory edge
- ✓ Sand-filled hollow handle for balance
- ✓ Seamless, hygienic design
The sources behind this ranking
3 cited sources cover Global G-2 8-Inch Chef's Knife. Here's the stance each one takes.
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Nothing But Knives Praises incredible light weight, agility and screaming-sharp factory edge; best for cooks who find heavy knives tiring. A Read → T 
The Strategist (via Global Cutlery USA) Featured as the best chef's knife under $150. A Read → F 
Food Network Included in the 2026 test roster; noted for single-piece CROMOVA 18 construction, with handle-size and flex caveats for some users. B Read →
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