DitmasPork
Senior Member
Global (thanks Anthony Bourdain) and Shun. Not sure which was first. Probably Global.
I know Globals generally aren't fancied much and often derided on this forum.
That said, I've always wanted to try out a Global in the kitchen! I've never used or held a Global, and do consider it to be an iconic design—maybe 'cause I dig Bourdain too. Despite their naysayers, Globals are arguably one of the most popular knives on the market, perhaps partly responsible for kickstarting a passion for kitchen knife in many chefs—there're more Global chef tattoos on cooks' forearms than Katos, Shigs or Raquins collectively.
And, no, won't be trading any of my knives for a Global, but do want to try one.