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Zwilling Global G-48 7-Inch Santoku Knife
Professional Forged Santoku Knife Engineered for Precise, High-Volume Food Preparation
The Zwilling Global G-48 7-Inch Santoku Knife is designed for controlled slicing, chopping, mincing, and everyday ingredient preparation in demanding kitchen environments. Its forged construction, high-carbon stainless steel blade, and hollow-ground edge provide the strength, balance, and cutting control required for consistent preparation of vegetables, meat, fish, herbs, and other ingredients.
Built with a durable polyoxymethylene handle and a specially formulated no-stain steel blade, this santoku knife combines professional cutting performance with dependable resistance to corrosion and everyday wear.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Professional Product Data |
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| Manufacturer Brand | J.A. Henckels / Zwilling |
| Model Number | 38408-183 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 38408-183 |
| Knife Type | Hollow Edge Santoku Knife |
| Blade Material | Special Formula High-Carbon No-Stain Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Blade Edge | Hollow Ground |
| Blade Length | 7 Inches |
| Handle Material | Polyoxymethylene, POM |
| Product Weight | 12.8 Ounces |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Product Color | Stainless Steel |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Included Components | One 7-Inch Hollow Edge Santoku Knife |
Core Operational Features
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Forged High-Carbon Steel Construction: Manufactured from specially formulated high-carbon no-stain stainless steel for dependable strength, edge stability, and resistance to corrosion during frequent kitchen use.
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Hollow-Ground Cutting Edge: The hollow-edge blade helps reduce surface contact between the blade and food, supporting cleaner slicing and helping ingredients release more easily during repetitive preparation.
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Versatile Santoku Profile: The 7-inch blade provides a practical working length for slicing vegetables, portioning proteins, chopping herbs, and completing a wide range of daily food preparation tasks.
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Balanced Professional Handling: The forged construction and solid 12.8-ounce weight provide a stable, controlled feel for precise cuts and consistent blade movement.
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Durable POM Handle: The polyoxymethylene handle offers a sturdy and reliable gripping surface designed to withstand regular use, moisture exposure, and repeated cleaning.
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Efficient Kitchen Maintenance: The stainless steel construction resists staining and corrosion, while the dishwasher-safe design supports convenient cleanup after service or preparation.
Professional Applications
Ideal for commercial kitchens, catering operations, culinary training environments, restaurant preparation stations, and serious home kitchens, this santoku knife is suited for:
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Vegetable slicing and chopping
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Meat and poultry preparation
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Fish portioning
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Herb mincing
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Fine ingredient preparation
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Repetitive everyday kitchen tasks
For long-term edge preservation, careful hand washing and immediate drying are recommended even though the supplied specifications identify the knife as dishwasher safe.