---
product_id: 765645793
title: "G-2-8 inch, 20cm Chef's Knife"
brand: "global"
price: "$504"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/765645793-g-2-8-inch-20cm-chefs-knife
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Lightweight 222g ergonomic grip 8-inch precision blade Forged stainless steel build G-2-8 inch, 20cm Chef's Knife

**Brand:** global
**Price:** $504
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice Like a Pro, Own the Kitchen!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** G-2-8 inch, 20cm Chef's Knife by global
- **How much does it cost?** $504 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/765645793-g-2-8-inch-20cm-chefs-knife)

## Best For

- global enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted global brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Cutting Power:** 8-inch razor-sharp stainless steel blade for effortless slicing and dicing.
- • **Durable Forged Construction:** Crafted from high-quality forged stainless steel ensuring long-lasting strength and edge retention.
- • **Versatile Kitchen Essential:** The go-to knife for all your culinary tasks, from chopping veggies to slicing meats with ease.
- • **Ergonomic Lightweight Design:** Weighing just 222g, it offers superior control and reduces hand fatigue during extended use.
- • **Sleek Professional Aesthetic:** Modern silver finish that elevates your kitchen style and signals your chef-level commitment.

## Overview

The Global G-2 8-inch Chef's Knife features a razor-sharp forged stainless steel blade and a lightweight ergonomic handle, making it a versatile and durable tool designed for precision and comfort in professional and home kitchens alike.

## Description

The Global 8 in. Chef's Knife will be a sleek addition to your kitchen. This stainless steel, 8-inch chef's knife is an essential tool. It has more uses than any other knife in your kitchen. The styli

Review: Product delivered to me was different to the one on ... - Product delivered to me was different to the one on display on site. Have asked for an exchange or refund
Review: I like it, - Superb Knife,,, mainly the sharpness and grip,,,, I like it,,

## Features

- Chef's Knife.
- Material- stainless steel.
- Size- 8-inch.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00005OL44 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #971,931 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #4,460 in Kitchen Knives (Home & Kitchen) |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 8 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Global |
| Colour | Silver |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,755 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04943691802484 |
| Handle Material | Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel |
| Is the item dishwasher safe? | No |
| Item Weight | 222 g |
| Manufacturer | Global |
| UPC | 844007023934 090169773655 768240311026 707430985357 |

## Product Details

- **Blade Colour:** Silver
- **Blade Edge:** Plain
- **Blade Length:** 8 Inches
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Global
- **Construction Type:** Forged
- **Handle Material:** Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel
- **Is Dishwasher Safe:** No
- **Item Weight:** 222 g
- **Manufacturer:** Global

## Images

![G-2-8 inch, 20cm Chef's Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XmuBPYloL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are the Global knives dishwasher safe?**
A: The knife is 100% stainless steel and is absolutely dishwasher safe, do not believe the knife-nazi hype. THAT BEING SAID, I have a 3rd drawer in my dishwasher which is all the way at the top of the cabinet, and allows me to place the knife lengthwise with blade edge facing down in it's own slot, where the edge of the blade is held in small plastic tines so it cannot bounce around and hit other hard objects. DO NOT place the knife haphazardly in the rack where it can bang around against other items or metal racks. Occasionally I get small rust spots on the blade which come off in seconds with a green scrubby pad. No amount of careful handling will prevent the blade from dulling. It will need to be sharpened periodically. I have washed my global knife in the dishwasher for years and maintain a shaving sharp blade with a diamond stone and a polish-coated strop, however any reasonable sharpening system will work. "Never put a kitchen knife in the dishwasher" is an old wives tale and simply not based in reality. Splashing hot soapy water on any knife made of stainless/ceramic/plastic just won't cause damage, period. Do not place a wood handled knife in the washer because the wood will swell, dry and crack, which is where this outdated advice comes from.I do not own any wooden handled knives for this reason, wash all of them in the dishwasher regularly, and they all can shave the hairs on my arm. I sharpen about once every 6 months on the diamond "stones", and about once a month with a diamond coated "honing steel". A few strokes on my leather strop keeps the razors edge, and will remove any small burrs, "wire", or rolls of the edge.A good knife is a tool and should be treated as such. Use it, maintain it, and do not be afraid of it. They are not precious works of art that need to be handled with kid gloves.

**Q: are the blades stamped or forged?**
A: There seems to be some confusion with the previous answers given. Global makes stamped AND forged knives. This knife, the G-2, is stamped, not forged. They make a heavier duty line of forged cutler, which are prefixed with GF. The forged version (8.25") of this knife is model #GF-33 (http://www.amazon.com/Global-GF-33-4-Inch-21-cm-Heavyweight/dp/B00005OL4N). I own this as well as quite a few other Global knives, and they are all excellent. I actually prefer the stamped to the forged version. It is lighter and very nimble in my hands. It comes down to a preference to European type chef knives (Sabatier, Wüsthof, Henckels, etc) vs Asian type chef knives (Global, Shun, MAC, etc). I prefer the lighter style of Asian knife without a heavy bolster over my Henckels. YYMV. This knife is extremely sharp, however, and is one of my favorite knives that I own. Using it is simply a joy unto itself!

**Q: Does the knife come with a case or sheath?**
A: This listing has a sheath: amazon.com/dp/B07WD5K8NB

**Q: I am trying to register this knife with global since there is a lifetime warranty. There is no serial number on the knife, do you know where it is?**
A: After 23 or so years of use, had a smaller Global knife snap between handle and blade.  Global fully honored the warranty, fully replaced it.  I don’t recall ever registering it, Global just asked for photos of old knife and the pieces back once new one arrived.  My other 5 knifes have had zero problems. Great knife, great company that backs its products

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐ Product delivered to me was different to the one on ...
*by A***R on 13 November 2017*

Product delivered to me was different to the one on display on site. Have asked for an exchange or refund

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like it,
*by P***A on 21 May 2015*

Superb Knife,,, mainly the sharpness and grip,,,, I like it,,

### ⭐⭐⭐ Three Stars
*by C***R on 24 May 2015*

Good knife but try global G -61 its better than global G-2

## Frequently Bought Together

- Global 8" Chef's Knife
- Global 3.5" Paring Knife
- Global Stage 2 Sharpener-Black

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*