Dalstrong

Paring Knife 3.5" | Crimson Red ABS Handle | Gladiator Series | NSF Certified | Dalstrong ©

Paring Knife 3.5" | Crimson Red ABS Handle | Gladiator Series | NSF Certified | - Main image
$19.60 $49.00 In stock

Category: Paring Knives

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 · 18 reviews)

Jason T. ★★★★★

This little knife holds an edge far longer than any other paring knife I've owned—the D3 sharpening process really makes a difference. The red handle is grippy and comfortable even when my hands are wet from washing produce. Perfect for precise work like deveining shrimp or coring strawberries.

Zoe ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised by how well this knife holds its edge after multiple uses—the diamond sharpening process really makes a difference. The 3.5-inch blade feels nimble and precise for trimming vegetables, and the crimson handle is comfortable even during longer prep sessions.

Natalie ★★★★★

This little knife holds an amazing edge right out of the box—the diamond sharpening process is no joke. It fits my hand perfectly and makes quick work of mincing garlic and trimming strawberries.

Riley ★★★★★

The 3.5-inch blade is just the right size for coring strawberries and shallots, and it doesn't slip in my hand even when wet. The X50CRMOV15 steel holds its edge noticeably longer than my old generic knife.

Leo F. ★★★★★

The D3 diamond sharpening process really shows — this knife slices through apple skin with zero drag, right out of the box. The crimson red ABS handle feels secure even with wet hands, and the 3.5-inch blade is perfect for precise trimming work.

John ★★★★★

I’ve been using this paring knife for a few weeks now, and the grip on the crimson red handle feels really secure even with wet hands. The blade’s sharpness right out of the box made mincing garlic effortless. It’s a solid little tool for precise kitchen tasks.

Joshua ★★★★★

This tiny blade took a tomato from wobbly to wafer-thin slices in seconds. The heat-hardened steel keeps an edge noticeably longer than my old cheap set.

Joshua K. ★★★★★

This crimson handle is a nice pop of color in my knife block, and it feels solidly grippy even with wet hands. The X50CrMoV15 steel took an edge that easily sliced through a tomato skin without squishing it.

Adam A. ★★★★★

The diamond-detailed edge came shaving-sharp out of the box and held that keenness through prepping a whole bag of shallots. The crimson handle has a nice, grippy heft that feels secure even with wet hands.

Ella ★★★★★

I’ve been using it for a few days and the D3 diamond sharpening holds an edge noticeably longer than my old paring knife. The handle’s texture gives great control when peeling apples.