Blade Material: German X50CRMOV15 Stainless Steel (produced with OUTOKUMPU)
Special Treatments: D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening (16-18°), Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment
Handle Material: Robust ABS thermoplastic polymer
Sheath Material: Protective thermoplastic sheath
Blade Specifications
HRC: 56 (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
Edge Angle: 16-18° double bevel
Blade Finish: Polished satin finish
Construction Details
Tang: Full tang construction
Bolster: Hybrid bolster (varies by model)
Care Instructions
Hand wash with warm water and soap
Towel dry immediately
Easy to sharpen at home
Hone regularly with honing rod
Store in protective sheath
Low maintenance, high performance design
Use Case Scenarios
Daily home cooking
Professional kitchens on a budget
All-purpose cutting tasks
High-volume food preparation
Ideal for passionate home cooks seeking professional performance
Perfect for culinary professionals wanting reliable tools without premium pricing
Excellent entry point into high-performance German steel
Customer Reviews (4.9 / 5 · 18 reviews)
Scarlett H.★★★★★
The 16-18° edge on this little knife is scary sharp right out of the box—makes trimming and peeling feel effortless. The handle has a nice, secure grip even when my hands are a bit wet. It's quickly become my go-to for small, detailed work in the kitchen.
Isabella★★★★★
Bought this for precise veggie prep and the 16-18° edge makes shallot slices paper-thin without effort. The handle feels solid and balanced, not slippery even with wet hands.
James★★★★★
I've been using this to prep garlic and shallots for a week, and the 16-18° edge makes quick work of even the toughest skins. The handle feels solidly balanced in my hand, too.
Charlotte★★★★★
This little blade holds a great edge—I’ve been using it for trimming green beans and shallots, and the LionShield coating really seems to keep it from staining or rusting after quick rinses.
Avery Z.★★★★★
The 16-18° edge from the diamond sharpening is incredibly precise—I can slice cherry tomatoes into paper-thin rounds without crushing them. The steel feels solid and holds its edge better than my old knife, even after a week of daily use.
Nicholas B.★★★★★
I've had this paring knife for two weeks now, and the LionShield treatment really makes it feel more durable than my old one—the handle doesn't slip even when wet. The X50CRMOV15 steel holds its edge nicely through multiple citrus peelings.
Riley W.★★★★★
The precision 16-18° edge from the diamond sharpening makes quick work of trimming strawberry tops and garlic slivers. The blade keeps its initial sharpness far longer than my old knives.
Benjamin★★★★★
I’ve been using this paring knife for a few weeks now, and the German steel holds a sharp edge noticeably longer than my old one. The 16-18° blade angle makes precise work like coring tomatoes feel effortless.
Thomas★★★★★
This little blade holds its edge like a champion—I've been prepping garnishes all week without needing a single touch-up. The German steel feels solid but nimble in hand, and that precise 16-18° sharpening makes quick work of shallots.
Michael★★★★★
I’ve been using this 3.5” knife for dicing shallots and it holds its sharpness far longer than my old German steel blade. The LionShield coating seems to really resist staining from acidic foods too.