Dalstrong

Carving Knife & Fork Set 9" | Gladiator Series | NSF Certified | Dalstrong ©

Carving Knife & Fork Set 9" | Gladiator Series | NSF Certified | Dalstrong © - Main image
$87.60 In stock

Category: Knife Sets & Bundles

Materials:

  • Blade Material: German X50CRMOV15 Stainless Steel
  • Special Treatments: Dalstrong D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening Process, Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment (heat hardening and sub-zero tempering)
  • Handle Material: G10 military-spec fiberglass composite (premium models) OR Robust ABS thermoplastic polymer (block sets and color handles)
  • Sheath Material: Dalstrong PerfectFit™ thermoplastic sheath OR Genuine leather sheath

Blade Specifications

  • HRC: 54-56 (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
  • Edge Angle: 16-18° double bevel
  • Blade Finish: Polished satin finish for reduced friction and drag

Construction Details

  • Tang: Full tang construction (single piece from blade tip to end cap)
  • Rivets: Triple stainless steel rivets
  • Bolster: Traditional full bolster OR sloped hybrid bolster (varies by model)
  • End Cap: Stainless steel counterweight for optimum balance

Care Instructions

  • Hand wash with warm water and mild soap
  • Towel dry immediately after washing
  • Occasional honing with honing rod to maintain edge alignment
  • Easy to sharpen at home when needed
  • Store in protective sheath or knife block
  • NSF Certified for professional kitchen use

Use Case Scenarios

  • Professional kitchen environments (NSF Certified)
  • Daily home cooking for dedicated home chefs
  • High-volume food preparation
  • All-purpose cutting tasks: chopping vegetables, slicing proteins, breaking down ingredients
  • Ideal for cooks seeking reliable, low-maintenance professional-grade tools
  • Perfect for those transitioning from consumer-grade to professional knives

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 20 reviews)

Isabella S. ★★★★★

The fork's long tines held the roast steady while the knife glided through, thanks to that German steel—noticeably better than my old set. Perfectly balanced and surprisingly lightweight.

George T. ★★★★★

The edge out of the box is incredibly sharp—sliced through a prime rib with almost no effort. The fork's tines are sturdy and hold the meat securely, and the overall balance feels professional.

Zoe S. ★★★★★

Used it to break down a whole chicken last night and the 9-inch blade slid through joints like butter. The D3 sharpening process really shows—I haven't had to hone it once after several uses.

Leo ★★★★★

The X50CRMOV15 steel feels premium and the diamond sharpening is no joke—sliced through a butternut squash with zero resistance. The fork tines are sturdy enough to hold a roast steady without bending.

Ruby ★★★★★

This blade held its edge through an entire holiday roast without needing a single touch-up, which I've never experienced with my old knives. The fork tines are spaced perfectly for lifting large cuts without tearing.

John F. ★★★★★

The LionShield heat treatment must be legit—after dicing butternut squash for an hour, the edge still feels factory-fresh. The 9-inch fork gives you just enough heft to hold a roast steady while carving.

William C. ★★★★★

The D3 diamond detailing really shows—every slice through a roast feels effortless. The NSB certification gives me confidence it’s built for commercial use, though I only use it at home.

Elizabeth ★★★★★

I’ve been using this set for a few weeks now, and the German steel holds an edge noticeably longer than my old knives. The diamond detailing sharpening process makes slicing through roasts feel almost effortless. It’s a solid upgrade from basic kitchen tools.

Samuel M. ★★★★★

The handle has a nice heft that feels secure even when my hands are a bit greasy, and the blade glides through a whole chicken like it’s nothing.

Emily E. ★★★★★

The balanced weight makes cutting through a roast feel effortless, and the fork's tines grip meat securely without slipping. After washing them several times, the handle still feels solid and the blade hasn't dulled at all.