The Global G - 9 is an 8.5 - inch long bread knife. Its blades are crafted from CROMOVA 18 high - carbon stainless steel. After ice tempering and hardening to a Rockwell hardness of 56 - 58, it offers excellent durability. With an acute 15 - degree cutting edge, it can easily slice through various items. This knife is highly resistant to rust, stains, and corrosion, ensuring long - term use. It's a classic - shaped bread knife from Global, mainly designed for bread but can also handle some tough meats like crackling. The unique tooth design, with a chamber on the knife face and a flat back, helps you make slices of more uniform thickness. Although it's set up for right - handers, left - handers can use it too, and left - handed versions are available on request. There's also a fluted version, the G - 68.

Using your Global G - 9 bread knife is a breeze. For slicing bread, place the loaf on a stable surface. Hold the knife with a firm grip and use a sawing motion to cut through the crust and the soft interior. When dealing with tough meats like crackling, use the same sawing technique. Since it's mainly set up for right - handers, left - handers might need to adjust their grip a bit. When it comes to maintenance, hand - wash the knife with warm, soapy water right after use. Avoid putting it in the dishwasher as the harsh environment can damage the blade. After washing, dry it thoroughly to prevent rust. To keep the blade sharp, you can use a sharpening stone every few months. Store the knife in a knife block or a sheath to protect the blade and prevent any accidental injuries.