Global G3 Carving Knife 20.3cm | Molybdenum-Vanadium Steel
Product Description
The Global G3 is a 20.3cm carving knife from Global's G Series — the longer-format range within their professional knife lineup. It is built specifically for slicing and carving tasks...
Specifications
- Blade length
- 8.25
- Colour
- Silver
- Construction
- Forged
- Dimensions
- 340(L)mm | 13½(L)"
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Product Description
The Global G3 is a 20.3cm carving knife from Global's G Series — the longer-format range within their professional knife lineup. It is built specifically for slicing and carving tasks that call for a long, thin blade: working cleanly through roasted joints, whole birds, and larger cuts of meat or fish. The blade is formed from Molybdenum-Vanadium 18 stainless steel, chosen for its ability to hold a fine edge while resisting the staining and corrosion common in busy kitchen environments.
In service, the G3 performs reliably in situations where a clean, consistent cut matters — carving at the pass, portioning cooked proteins during a busy dinner service, or working through volume without the blade dulling mid-shift. Global's hollow-ground edge and the characteristic balance that comes from liquid sand filling inside the hollow handle contribute to a knife that feels controlled across extended use. At 160g, it is light enough to reduce fatigue during longer prep or carving sessions without feeling insubstantial in the hand.
- Seamless one-piece construction avoids join points where bacteria can accumulate
- Compatible with standard sharpening steels and whetstones used in professional kitchens
- Blade profile well suited to roasting joints, whole poultry, and larger fish preparations
- Corrosion-resistant steel handles the wash-and-repeat demands of daily professional use
The G3 is a single-purpose tool rather than an all-rounder. It is well suited to restaurants, hotel kitchens, event catering operations, and contract catering environments where carving and portioning are a regular part of the day. Kitchens that need a reliable general-purpose chef's knife should look at a different blade profile within the Global range.
If you are putting together a knife set or want guidance on which Global profiles make sense for your kitchen's workflow, we are happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- Molybdenum-Vanadium 18 stainless steel blade holds a fine edge under daily use
- 20.3cm blade length designed for carving joints, poultry, and whole fish
- Hollow-ground edge delivers clean, consistent cuts through cooked proteins
- Seamless one-piece construction with no handle join points or seams
- Liquid sand-filled handle provides controlled balance at 160g overall weight
Operational Benefits
- Edge retention reduces mid-service sharpening interruptions during busy covers
- Seamless construction supports faster, more hygienic cleaning between tasks
- Lightweight balance reduces hand fatigue across extended carving or portioning sessions
- Long thin blade profile produces cleaner slices with less compression or tearing
- Corrosion-resistant steel withstands the repeated washing demands of professional kitchens
Specifications
- Blade length
- 8.25
- Colour
- Silver
- Construction
- Forged
- Dimensions
- 340(L)mm | 13½(L)"
- Knife colour
- Silver
- Knife length
- 8
- Knife origin
- Asian
- Knife type
- Carving and Slicing Knives
- Material
- Molybdenum-Vanadium 18 Stainless Steel
- Weight
- 160g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the G3 is built for professional daily use rather than occasional domestic carving. The Molybdenum-Vanadium steel holds its edge well under consistent use, though like any quality knife it will benefit from regular honing and periodic sharpening to maintain performance across a full service week.
- The blade profile works well across both applications — it is long and thin enough to work cleanly through a roasted joint or whole poultry, and equally capable when portioning larger fish. It is a carving and slicing knife by design, so tasks that require a more general-purpose or heavier blade are better served by a different profile.
- The G3 is compatible with standard sharpening steels and whetstones commonly used in professional kitchens. Global also produces their own ceramic sharpening rods, which are well matched to the hollow-ground edge geometry. Hand washing and prompt drying will help preserve both the edge and the finish over the long term.