DALSTRONG Utility Knife - Shogun Series Petty - Damascus - Japanese AUS-10V Super Steel - Vacuum Heat Treated - 6" - Sheath

This is my second knife from Dalstrong and it won't be the last. I have a huge collection of much pricier knives as I'm a chef in a pretty well known steakhouse for the last 20 years so I'm not easily impressed. The 2 Dalstrong knives I just bought impressed the crap out of me right out of the box, and as much as I've used them every day they continue to impress me with how perfectly they hold the edge and how good they feel in my hand. The weight is sturdy and substantial, and it's never felt clumsy or too heavy to do intricate work. I'm pretty OCD about honing and sharpening all my knives once a week, and after using this 6 hours a day for 2 weeks I'm still waiting for the most miniscule sign the blade is starting to get dull. After a lot of years working in a restaurant it takes a lot to impress me, but damn Dalstrong well done!

The DALSTRONG Utility Knife from the Shogun Series ELITE is a masterpiece that combines exquisite craftsmanship with outstanding performance. This 6-inch utility knife has quickly become an indispensable tool in my kitchen, and I am thoroughly impressed by its quality and functionality. The Damascus blade is not only visually stunning but also razor-sharp and exceptionally durable. It effortlessly slices through various ingredients, making prep work a breeze. The knife's precision and balance allow for intricate cuts and precise control, elevating my culinary skills. The ergonomic handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, reducing hand fatigue during extended use. The knife's well-balanced design adds to its ease of handling, making it a pleasure to work with. The beautiful pattern on the blade is not just for aesthetics but also serves as a non-stick feature, preventing food from sticking to the blade while cutting. The knife comes with a sturdy sheath, ensuring safe storage and protecting the blade from damage. The presentation box that accompanies the knife adds a touch of luxury, making it an excellent gift for any cooking enthusiast.

I've mentioned the following in another rating for the Dalstrong product and company... but I have to repeat. My wife has had crushing medical issues that have handed her some very difficult circumstances, physical, to where she has challenges in working in the kitchen for instance. When we purchased our first Dalstrong knife, for the first time in years, she worked in the kitchen and had some enthusiasm, thanks in large part to the excellent tool she had in her hands. It made THAT much of a difference. It fit her hands, balance, ultra sharp, just a joy to work with. And as I am sitting here, she returned to the kitchen in large part due to the fine Dalstrong knife. I attribute her ability to work and prepare a dish in large part due to our original purchase of a Dalstrong Damascus knife. I then purchased a hefty Dalstrong chefs knife, something I wanted. Danged if she hasn't picked up and used this knife as well.. I never would have thought she would try and use the Dalstrong Chefs knife... but she has. She loves it too. Now today... we had purchased this new knife for her. So I return home and I hear something I don't usually hear. She was singing. In the kitchen. I walked in and she was chopping and cutting up a bowl of various veggies for a Mexican meal. I know all this sounds schmaltzy but after years of very difficult challenges, seeing her develop enthusiasm for the kitchen... This eve, to hear her singing... am not kidding... her main tool in the kitchen was this new Dalstrong knife. I know this sounds like a screwy review... but it is not to me. Being able to work in the kitchen, and she indeed pays a price afterwards as in chronic pain, but having the right tools makes a huge diff. This Dalstrong knife is beautiful, fits in her hand, is balanced in her hand, makes fast work of what she puts in front of her. And the capper is, she is in the kitchen, making quick work of food items, and she was singing. So you bet I will have some good things to say about this tool. And no, I am not a paid person.

Habe bereits verschiedene Messer in ca. dieser Größe und muss sagen, bin von dem Dalstrong sehr beeindruckt. War ein Tipp aus irgendeinem YouTube-Kanal und ja, absolut super Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Das Messer muss sich nicht vor 2-3 mal so teuren verstecken, ich habe den Vergleich. Ok, Schneidhaltigkeit werde ich noch sehen und die Anfangsschärfe ist jetzt nicht auf absolut Top-Niveau, aber das ist egal. Jedes Messer muss geschärft werden. Bester Punkt ist es liegt für mich super in der Hand, wirkt stabil und robust.. Auch eher schwer, verglichen mit hochwertigen Japanischen Messern dieser Größe, mit dickerem Rücken. Aber genau dadurch wirkt es so stabil, das perfekte Fleischmesser würde ich sagen, auch wenn es mal etwas grober zugehen muss. Der Griff ist von der Optik vielleicht das einzige kleine Manko, eher billiger Kunststoff mit merkwürdig facettierter Optik. Aber ist funktional und bestimmt langlebig. Die Damast-Maserung der Klinge ist zwar eher dezent, aber "schön". Ja, insgesamt gefällt mir das alles sehr gut. Besonders erwähnen möchte ich noch die hochwertige und im Detail wirklich schön gemachte Verpackung. Die ist tatsächlich selbst 4-mal so teuren Miyabi-Messern überlegen, hätte ich niemals erwartet. Einziger Punkt wo ich für dieses Messer abraten würde ist wenn man eine filigrane, flexible Klinge sucht. So ist es überhaupt nicht, schwer und robust ist der Eindruck.

Ich habe bereits 2 Messer von Dalstrong aus der Omega Reihe, das hat mich dazu bewogen dieses Messer aus der Shogun Reihe zu bestellen. Unglaublich die Qualität, im negativem Sinne Das Damastmuster ist an großen und vielen Stücken an der ganzen Klinge unterbrochen. Ich habe das Messer 2 mal bestellt und bei beiden sind diese Mängel. Das ist nicht einmal mehr B Ware, wir sprechen hier insbesondere zu diesem Preis schon von C Ware. Große Enttäuschung. Hätte ich dieses Messer vor meinen anderen 2 Messern bestellt wäre es nie zu weiteren Bestellung bei Dalstrong gekommen. So etwas kann man einfach nicht anbieten auch mit einer schönen Verpackung nicht !

I bought this knife because I have several other Dalstrong knives which are amazing quality and my curiosity got the better of me on this seemingly irrelevant piece of cutlery. Firstly, it’s much bigger and more substantial than it appears in the picture. It can spread butter or anything else that is relatively soft over an entire slice of bread in one fell swoop. There is no clumping of streaking so the layer can be finely spread over the whole slice with complete evenness. It’s also razor sharp for slicing so no need to use two separate knives for spreading and cutting. It’s also a great talking point when guests come around and it brings a smile to everyone’s face.......including mine.

BENE, PRODOTTO BELLISSIMO QUALITÀ, PERFORMANTE, PUNTA ARROTONDATA, NIENTE INCIDENTI, IO PERSONALMENTE LO DEFINISCO UN SAMURAI, TAGLIA TUTTO E BENE SENZA STRACCIARE LA MATERIA. MARCHIO DALGSTRONG CONSIGLIATISSIMO.

An exceptional knife. Due to the folded steel construction it does not ring like a high carbon steel blade, when tapped. Due to the encapsulated VG10 super steel centre it does go remarkably sharp though and it holds its edge better than any knife I have owned to date. The key to the sharpness is the honing angle its construction allows. I've not sliced through hot butter with it, but that's how it feels. It is not a chef's knife as such, being much lighter, but I find it useful for just about anything anyway. It would serve as a very fine tool for someone less able to wield a larger heavier blade. The quality and finish are top class and along with the performance help to justify the price. I was a bit hesitant spending what this product demanded but once I had received it and started to use it, I was in no doubt I had spent my money well. I once owned a ceramic blade and whilst it was very effective it proved to be very brittle and I chipped the edge. Further to that, it was nigh on impossible to recondition due to the extremely hard nature of the blade. Professional care was probably in order. These VG10 blades offer near ceramic qualities but without the drawbacks and can be managed at home with good stones and a little bit of training. A knife of this quality stands by it performance and this can only be maintained by proper care and attention. Any knife can be rendered ineffective over time so my recommendation would be to invest in a top quality water stone to complete your investment. I use the BearMoo 400/1000 water stone as a minimum and this produces excellent results prior to finer honing or polishing. My experience of the Dalstrong company has been nothing less than very welcoming and friendly with a very strong emphasis on product quality and customer satisfaction. Along with the knife, I recommend both of them most highly.