Global Sai Starter Knives, Set of 3

Legendary industrial designer Komin Yamada brings a new age of innovation to Global cutlery with Sai—individually hand-hammered knives with one-of-a-kind character. Unifying function & design, these distinctive Japanese knives combine ergonomic handles with triple-layered steel blades that maintain their exceptionally sharp edges. Our set includes three fundamental pieces of kitchen cutlery, so you can enjoy the performance of Sai knives every day.

• Set includes a 7 1/2" santoku, 5 3/4" utility knife & 3 1/2" paring knife.
• The first new cutlery line produced by Global in more than 30 years, Sai blends the Japanese company’s tradition of craftsmanship with modern technological advancements.
• Designer Komin Yamada pairs user-friendly organic designs with individually hand-hammered blades that make each knife unique.
• The knives combine three layers of steel: a core of patented, ultra-hard Cromova 18 Sanso stainless-steel alloy & two outer layers of more flexible 18/8 steel for added strength & resistance to rust.
• Professional-quality blades are ice-hardened & tempred to increase hardness, resist corrosion & maintain long-lasting sharpness.
• Each blade is hand-hammered to create hollow air pockets that reduce drag, allowing the blade to glide through food without sticking.
• 12.5-degree blade edge is mirror-polished by hand for exceptionally long-lasting sharpness.
• The perfectly balanced handle has an ergonomic thumb rest for a smooth, efficient cutting motion & steady, comfortable grip.
• Iconic dots on the knife's hollow handle represent seven traditional Japanese virtues from the Samurai code of honour.

• Santoku: 7 1/2"-long blade; 6"-long handle; 9 oz.
• Utility Knife: 5 3/4"-long blade; 5"-long handle; 5.25 oz.
• Paring Knife: 3 1/2"-long blade; 4 3/4"-long handle; 3 oz.
• Made in Japan.

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone or frozen food, as the blade can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water & a mild detergent. Rinse & dry immediately.
• Use the honing steel only when you feel the knife has lost some of its original sharpness, usually no sooner than six months after its first use. As you continue to use your Global knife, it will require more frequent honing. If you need to hone your knife more than once every two weeks, it is time to have it sharpened.
• Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge & prevent injury.

SHIPPING

Standard Parcel Shipping with Front Door Delivery

Smaller items are shipped using our Standard Parcel service, and delivered by Canada Post or Purolator. Items ordered together may not arrive in the same box. If your package cannot be delivered, you will receive a notice from the carrier with pick-up instructions or re-delivery options.

Unlimited Flat Rate Shipping with In-Home Delivery & Assembly

An unlimited number of eligible furniture items can be delivered for a single flat rate, per shipping address. These items will be delivered by our In-Home Delivery & Assembly service provider where items are brought into your home, unpacked and assembled (some exclusions apply) and the packaging is responsibly removed.

Eligible items will show "Unlimited Flat Rate Delivery" on the product page.

The exact shipping charge is based on your location, and delivery times vary based on item availability. For more details, please see our Shipping page.

EASY RETURNS

At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.

Within 30 days, you may return most items for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and cheque refunds over $100 will be issued as a company cheque (may take 14 business days from time of request). Please note that returned items must be in new condition.

Knife returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners and knife storage) may require extra information and safety instructions. To initiate your return, please contact us at 1-855-860-1081 or visit us at your local store.

Non-Returnable Items

• Personalized or monogrammed items
• Special-order items
• Food products
• Made to Order items, including custom furniture, upholstery and custom rugs
• Hardwired lighting and ceiling fans
  
• Mattresses
• Outdoor grills
• Used or soiled items and items damaged through normal wear and tear
• Final Sale items ending in .97, .98, .99
• Gift cards

Made to Order and Final Sale Furniture items are non-returnable and cannot be cancelled once the order is placed.

For returns of items purchased from your Williams Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later.

How to Begin a Return

Stores:  You can return most items to your local Williams Sonoma location. An original receipt, gift receipt or order number is required—our stores will not accept returns or exchanges without proof of purchase.

Return by phone:  Our customer care associates are ready to help, please call 1-855-860-1081. For oversized items please call us for more details.

Some restrictions apply, see our full Returns Policy.