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Kiritsuke Chef's Knife 8.5" | Shadow Black Series | NSF Certified | Dalstrong ©

Kiritsuke Chef's Knife 8.5" | Shadow Black Series | NSF Certified | Dalstrong © - Main image
$55.6 $139 In stock

Category: Japanese Style Knives

Material Details

  • Blade Material: 7CR17MOV-X Stainless Steel
  • Special Treatments: Black Titanium Nitride (TiN) coating, D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening Process (8-12°), Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment
  • Handle Material: Advanced Grip G10 with Kevlar-inspired texture
  • Sheath Material: Dalstrong PerfectFit™ thermoplastic sheath

Blade Specifications

  • HRC: 58+ (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
  • Edge Angle: 8-12° ultra-fine double bevel
  • Blade Finish: Midnight black Titanium Nitride coating
  • Special Properties: Enhanced non-stick properties, superior corrosion resistance

Construction Details

  • Tang: Full tang construction
  • Bolster: No bolster
  • Special Features: Carbon fiber-inspired textured handle for tactile feedback, featherweight build for extended use

Care Instructions

  • Hand wash with warm water and mild soap
  • Dry immediately after washing
  • TiN coating requires no special maintenance
  • Easy to sharpen despite coating
  • Store in protective sheath
  • Coating protects against extreme temperatures and corrosion

Use Case Scenarios

  • High-speed, high-volume kitchen work
  • Precision slicing and dicing
  • Professional kitchen environments
  • Extended prep sessions without wrist fatigue
  • Ideal for cooks seeking cutting-edge design with high-tech performance
  • Perfect for those who value both form and function

Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ryan ★★★★★

The black titanium coating isn't just for looks—it's held up beautifully through a month of daily use without a single scratch. The 8-12° edge from the sharpening process glides through onions and tomatoes like they're butter, though I do wish the handle had a bit more grip when my hands are wet. St

Aurora U. ★★★★★

Feels impossibly sharp straight out of the box—the 8-12° edge glided through a tomato like it was nothing. Coating hasn't shown a single scratch after two weeks of daily prep, and the handle sits perfectly balanced in my hand.

Chloe ★★★★☆

The black titanium coating really makes this knife stand out in my kitchen, and it’s held up well through daily prep without showing wear. It took me a few days to get used to the lighter feel compared to my old western-style blade, but the 8–12° edge slices through tomatoes and herbs effortlessly.