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Obliterator Cleaver Knife | Valhalla Series | Dalstrong ©

Obliterator Cleaver Knife | Valhalla Series | Dalstrong © - Main image
$151.6 $379 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 (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Scarlett O. ★★★★★

The sandblasted frosted finish looks even better in person, and the 9CR18MOV steel took a solid edge right out of the box. I’ve been using it for heavy veg prep all week and the balance feels spot-on.

Daniel ★★★★★

Took it straight from the box to a pile of butternut squash and it didn’t even flinch. The 5-layer steel keeps an edge that makes chopping feel almost effortless, and the sandblasted finish wipes clean in seconds.

Elizabeth ★★★★★

The frosted finish on the blade is what sold me—it’s got this matte, almost tactical look that feels way more premium than the price suggests. I’ve used it for a week straight on everything from chicken to squash, and the D3TM sharpening process means I haven’t had to touch a honing rod once. It’s h