Global Ukon Carving knife The name “UKON” has many positive connotations in Japanese legend 10% sharper than previous collections Cromova18 Stainless Steel Thicker blade for added strength Acute 15 Degree Cutting Edge Ambidextrous thumb rest for extra comfort Designed by Komin Yamada Made in Japan. In true GLOBAL tradition, the knife is constructed from the best Stainless Steel material and the UKON series features thicker blades to enhance performance. UKON knives are subject to even more precise grinding and finishing work, making them 10 percent sharper out of the box. The knives are designed with an ambidextrous thumb rest that sits closer to the blade for added control and efficiency. The underside of the handle features GLOBAL's trademark indentations, making UKON knives extremely comfortable to hold. The Global Ukon GU-05 Carving Knife features a long, narrow blade that is slightly curved to effortlessly glide through cooked meats and poultry. This specialist knife is stylish, functional and perfectly balanced allowing you to carve the finest slices for your Sunday roasts, BBQ’s, parties and buffets. This product cannot be sold to any person under the age of 18.