Special Treatments: D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening Process, Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment, Sandblasted frosted finish, with custom spine jimping
Handle Material: Unique one of a kind resin & burl wood handle.
Sheath Material: Genuine leather with snap-close button
Blade Specifications
HRC: 58+ (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
Edge Angle: 16-18° double bevel (Obliterator/Venator: varies by model)
Thickness: 2.5mm spine
Blade Finish: Sandblasted frosted finish with laser-etched Valhalla emblem
Construction Details
Tang: Pin-tail construction.
Bolster: Sloped hybrid bolster
Special Features: Custom spine jimping for enhanced grip, front hook for secondary forward grip (Obliterator)
Care Instructions
Hand wash with warm water and soap
Towel dry immediately
Hone regularly with honing rod
Easy to sharpen at home
Store in leather sheath with snap closure
Use Case Scenarios
Heavy-duty cutting tasks
Breaking down meat and primal cuts
Every-day cooking and food preparation
For cooks who embrace bold, aggressive cooking styles
Ideal for those who want low-maintenance, high-performance steel with excellent edge retention
Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 18 reviews)
Olivia★★★★★
I’ve been using this for delicate peeling work, and the 9CR18MOV steel holds an edge noticeably longer than my old knives. The D3™ sharpening process made it razor-ready out of the box, which I appreciated for precise cuts.
Julian W.★★★★★
This little knife glides through tomatoes and onions like they’re butter, and the D3 sharpening really makes a difference right out of the box. The sandblasted finish is a nice touch, giving it a sleek, non-slip grip that feels secure even with wet hands.
Jacob G.★★★★★
The frosted finish looks incredible and feels grippy even with wet hands. That D3 sharpening process gave it a razor edge right out of the box, and it slices through cherry tomatoes without squashing them.
George J.★★★★★
I was skeptical about the 5-layer steel being a gimmick, but this knife holds a scary-sharp edge even after prepping a dozen tomatoes. The D3 sharpening process makes a real difference—it glides through citrus peel without slipping. Only wish the handle was a tiny bit grippier when wet.
Alexander Q.★★★★★
The frosted finish on the blade gives it a nice grip even when my hands are wet, and it slices through cherry tomatoes like they're butter.
Sophia★★★★★
That D3 sharpening is no joke—this thing glides through cherry tomatoes without bruising them. The 4-inch blade gives me great control for trimming and peeling. It's already become my go-to for quick prep work.
Violet Q.★★★★★
The 5-layer steel takes a razor edge and holds it surprisingly well through a whole week of meal prep. This little knife feels perfectly balanced for precise work like coring tomatoes or slicing garlic.
Julian★★★★★
The sandblasted frosted finish looks incredible and feels grippy even with wet hands, and the diamond-sharpened edge cut through a tomato skin like it was nothing on the first try. I’ve been using it daily for a week and it hasn’t dulled a bit.
Charlotte★★★★★
Compared to my old cheap paring knife, the sandblasted frosted finish on this one actually feels grippy and secure even with wet hands. It made quick work of deseeding a jalapeño, and the D3 sharpening out of the box is genuinely impressive.
Henry P.★★★★★
The frosted finish on this little blade gives it a surprisingly solid grip, even with wet fingers while trimming green beans. It slices through garlic paper like butter, and the edge held up through a whole week of prep without needing a hone.