Dalstrong

Chef's Knife 8" | Shogun Series | Elite

Chef's Knife 8" | Shogun Series | Elite - Main image
$71.6 $179 In stock

Category: Chef & Utility Knives

Material Details

  • Blade Material: Japanese AUS-10V Super Steel core (produced by Aichi Steel Corp) with 66-layer Tsunami Rose™ Damascus cladding
  • Special Treatments: D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening Process (8-12° edge), Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment, Tsunami Rose™ blade finish
  • Handle Material: G10 military-spec fiberglass composite OR Carbon Fiber textured G10
  • Sheath Material: Dalstrong PerfectFit™ thermoplastic sheath

Blade Specifications

  • HRC: 62+ (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
  • Edge Angle: 8-12° ultra-fine double bevel (scalpel-sharp)
  • Blade Finish: Tsunami Rose™ Damascus with 66 folded layers OR Hammered blade finish
  • Construction: Vacuum-treated Damascus steel cladding

Construction Details

  • Tang: Full tang construction
  • Rivets: Mosaic rivet with triple-rivet reinforcement
  • Bolster: Sloped hybrid bolster for pinch grip optimization
  • End Cap: Stainless steel counterweight
  • Special Features: Meticulously ground, polished, and honed both horizontally and vertically

Care Instructions

  • Hand wash immediately after use
  • Dry thoroughly to maintain Damascus pattern
  • Regular honing to maintain ultra-fine edge
  • Professional sharpening recommended due to ultra-fine angle
  • Store in protective sheath
  • Avoid extended exposure to acidic foods

Use Case Scenarios

  • Career chefs and culinary professionals
  • Precision cutting: julienne, chiffonade, brunoise
  • High-volume prep work requiring surgical precision
  • Fine dicing to high-impact chopping
  • Display-worthy craftsmanship for knife enthusiasts
  • Ideal for those who demand both performance and aesthetics

    Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

    Sebastian ★★★★★

    I was skeptical about the price, but the AUS-10V core holds its edge through an entire week of meal prep without me reaching for the honing rod once. The 66-layer cladding isn't just for looks either—it glides through tomatoes like they're butter.

    Natalie R. ★★★★★

    The Damascus pattern on this blade is absolutely stunning in person, and the D3 diamond sharpening means it glides through tomatoes without crushing them. It’s a hefty knife, but the balance feels perfect in my hand, and the AUS-10V core hasn’t needed a touch-up after a week of heavy prep. Honestly,

    Amelia ★★★★★

    I’ve been through a lot of knives, and the 66-layer Damascus cladding on this one isn’t just for looks—it makes the blade glide through onions like they’re butter. The D3 Diamond Detailing sharpening has kept it razor-sharp after a month of daily dinner prep, which is more than I can say for my old