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Crixus Knife 8” | Valhalla Series | Ravenstone Edition | Dalstrong ©

Crixus Knife 8” | Valhalla Series | Ravenstone Edition | Dalstrong © - Main image
$67.6 $169 In stock

Category: Cleavers

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 (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Henry ★★★★★

That sandblasted frosted finish on the blade isn't just for looks—it keeps food from sticking way better than my old cleaver, which makes chopping through a whole chicken take half the time. The five-layer steel has held its edge through a week of heavy prep and it still feels like day one.

Aurora ★★★★★

The D3TM diamond sharpening edge made short work of a whole chicken this weekend—sliced through joints cleanly without any sawing. The frosted sandblasted finish gives it a grippy feel even when my hands were slick, and the 5-layer steel took a solid beating without a single chip. Definitely worth t

Ella S. ★★★★★

The frosted finish on this cleaver hides smudges beautifully and feels grippy even with wet hands, which I didn't expect from a polished-looking blade. The 5-layer steel has held its edge through a heavy batch of squash and chicken bones without a single dull spot.