The GS-11 Flexible Utility Knife is one of the more popular knives in the Global range, and is frequently found in many of the sets where it fills the role of filleting, carving and 'general purpose' knife, hence its name. The GS-11 has a flexible blade which is good for filleting small fish such as sea bass and for use as a small carving knife.
Features
- Flexible blade: Suited to filleting small fish and use as a small carving knife.
- Hollow, sand-filled handle: Perfect balance and control.
- Ultra sharp 15 degree blade edge: Smooth, effortless cutting.
- Hygienic one-piece construction: No dirt traps, genuinely easy to keep clean.
Specifications
- Blade length: 15cm
- Blade hardness: Rockwell C56-58
- Cutting edge angle: 15 degrees
- Range: Global Classic GS Series
- Model: GS-11
- Material: Cromova 18 Stainless Steel
Care
- Washing: Handwash only and dry immediately. Sharp blades should never go in the dishwasher, as it can blunt and chip the edge and dramatically reduce the lifespan.
Questions and Answers
Q: Is it dishwasher safe?
A: No, handwash only and dry immediately, since dishwashers can blunt and chip the blade and reduce its lifespan.
Q: What's it best used for?
A: Filleting small fish like sea bass, and use as a small carving knife.
Q: Why use a flexible kitchen knife?
A: A flexible knife bends easily, letting the blade trace curves, hug bones, and glide seamlessly through soft proteins, so you slice the maximum amount of meat off the bone and skin with minimum waste.