The Global Sai 5.5 inch chef's knife is perfect for the home or professional chef looking for a smaller, easier-to-handle cook's knife. Its blade is incredibly sharp and long-lasting thanks to its 3 layer construction with a Cromova 18 stainless steel core. The blade's hand-hammered exterior helps keep food from sticking to it while you cut. It also has a comfortable, balanced handle with an ergonomic shape that helps reduce hand fatigue.