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product_id: 21979045
title: "Global SAI 5 1/2 Inch Chef Knife - Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor Sharp Edge, Hand Hammered Blade, Thumb Rest, Made in Japan, SAI-M01"
brand: "global"
price: "A$386"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/21979045-global-sai-5-1-2-inch-chef-knife-lightweight-japanese
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 5.5" blade length Lightweight design Rockwell C56-C58 hardness Global SAI 5 1/2 Inch Chef Knife - Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor Sharp Edge, Hand Hammered Blade, Thumb Rest, Made in Japan, SAI-M01

**Brand:** global
**Price:** A$386
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice into Excellence with Every Cut!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Global SAI 5 1/2 Inch Chef Knife - Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor Sharp Edge, Hand Hammered Blade, Thumb Rest, Made in Japan, SAI-M01 by global
- **How much does it cost?** A$386 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/21979045-global-sai-5-1-2-inch-chef-knife-lightweight-japanese)

## 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

- • **Hygienic Design:** Seamless construction prevents food and dirt buildup.
- • **Durable Excellence:** Crafted from premium Cordova 18 stainless steel for longevity.
- • **Effortless Handling:** Lightweight and perfectly balanced for ultimate control.
- • **Unmatched Precision:** Experience effortless cutting with a razor-sharp edge.
- • **Versatile Workhorse:** Ideal for all your chopping, slicing, and prep needs.

## Overview

The Global Sai SAI-M01-5 1/2" Chef's Knife is a high-performance kitchen essential, expertly crafted from premium Cordova 18 stainless steel. With a Rockwell hardness of C56-C58, this knife maintains its sharp edge longer while resisting rust and stains. Its lightweight and balanced design ensures easy handling, while the seamless construction promotes hygiene by eliminating food traps. Perfect for all your culinary tasks, this knife is the ultimate workhorse for any kitchen.

## Description

GlobalSAI 5 1/2 Inch Chef Knife - Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor Sharp Edge, Hand Hammered Blade, Thumb Rest, Made in Japan, SAI-M01

## Features

- 5 1/2" Chef's Knife is the "workhorse" of the kitchen and perfect for cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work
- Every GLOBAL SAI blade is made of the finest stainless steel, Cordova 18, designed exclusively for GLOBAL
- Tempered and hardened to Rockwell C56 Degree-C58 Degree, SAI blades hold their razor sharp edges longer than other steel and resist rust, stains and corrosion
- Lightweight and balanced for easy handling in the kitchen
- Smooth contours and seamless construction eliminate food and dirt traps

## Images

![Global SAI 5 1/2 Inch Chef Knife - Lightweight Japanese Stainless Steel, Razor Sharp Edge, Hand Hammered Blade, Thumb Rest, Made in Japan, SAI-M01 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51INVf0uGaL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Amazing How Quality Matters....
  

*by W***M on Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2017*

Beautifully crafted, weighted perfectly.  Slices? .. uh, yes... drops itself through red peppers, for example.  Makes cooking in the kitchen a pleasure.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    ... our second Global SAI knife and we are very pleased with the quality
  

*by D***N on Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2016*

This is our second Global SAI knife and we are very pleased with the quality.  The blade remains sharp and the knife is very well balanced.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Great knife will easily become the favorite !! The feel the weight and the blade are amazing!!!
  

*by B***L on Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2017*

Sharp as ever out of the box.  She loves it!!!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Global SAI Range Premium 14cm Cook's Knife, CROMOVA 18 Stainless Steel SAI-M01
- Global G-5 stainless steel G5 vegetables Chopper, 18cm length, silver
- Global Bread Knife, stainless_steel

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*Product available on Desertcart Australia*
*Store origin: AU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-13*