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Bread Knife 8" | Valhalla Series | Dalstrong ©

Bread Knife 8" | Valhalla Series | Dalstrong © - Main image
$75.6 $189 In stock

Category: Bread & Serrated Knives

Material Details

  • Blade Material: 5-layer 9CR18MOV stainless steel
  • 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 (4.9 / 5 · 23 reviews)

Mia ★★★★★

I’ve cut through dozens of sourdough loaves and this 8-inch blade still glides through the crust without crushing the soft crumb—the 5-layer steel holds its edge impressively. The sandblasted finish resists sticking, which makes clean-up a breeze. Honestly, it’s the first knife that makes me look fo

Brian O. ★★★★★

The frosted finish on the blade means it doesn’t stick to bread the way my old knife did, and the 9CR18MOV steel feels properly solid in hand. It glides through a crusty baguette without crushing a single crumb, which honestly makes my morning toast routine feel a bit fancy now.

George F. ★★★★★

First slice through a crusty sourdough this morning was honestly shocking—the 9CR18MOV steel glided like it was warm butter, no crushed crumbs on the counter. The frosted finish also feels great in hand, not slippery at all, and the edge still looks perfect after a week of daily use.