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Got the Dalstrong Valhalla Series 2-Piece Set (8" Chef + 8" Paring) in Ravenstone Black and these are absolute beasts. The full-tang 9CR18MOV high-carbon steel holds an edge forever – sliced tomatoes paper-thin right out of the box, no drag. Titanium coating gives that sleek matte black finish, looks badass and resists corrosion/stains like a champ.Handles are gorgeous resin-wood hybrid – ergonomic, grippy even wet, no hotspots during long prep. Balanced perfectly, feels premium in hand without being heavy. Chef knife rocks through veggies, meat, herbs effortlessly; paring is precise for detail work.Leather sheaths are a nice touch – protective and classy for storage. Hand-wash easy, no issues after weeks of use. Way sharper and more durable than my old set at twice the price.If you want pro-level performance with killer style, grab this set. Total game-changer in the kitchen – highly recommend!
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Excellent knives
I'm not a pro chef, just a home cook, so I am writing my review from that perspective.This Dalstrong knife set includes a chef's knife and a paring knife. The knives come in a gift-worthy box, and the overall presentation is exceptional. Even the manual is beautiful and well-written, with full color photographs and lots of helpful information about the use and care of your new knives.The knives come encased in thick and attractive leather sheaths, and the sheath straps are adorned with a snap sporting the Valhalla logo. A couple of stickers with the same logo are also included, as well as a very nice fridge magnet!The actual knives are not just high performance, they are works of art. The knives are made from forged (not stamped) 9CR18MOV stainless steel, and they have a beautiful black Titanium Nitride–coated finish. The wood and resin handles are individually cast, making each knife a unique work of art. Both knives are well-balanced and insanely sharp.On that note, be careful when placing the knives back in the sheaths: I accidentally failed to move the retaining strap out of the way when inserting the chef's knife into the sheath (100% my fault), and nearly cut the strap off! The knife is so sharp that at the time I didn't even notice that I nearly severed the thick leather strap.These are the nicest and sharpest kitchen knives I've owned, and they are a steal at the current price point. My wife and I will be using these amazing and well-constructed knives daily, and highly recommend them!
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Quijana
November 13, 2025
Stunning, one of a kind knife set with great features that justify the high price point.
This Dahlstrong Valhalla Series one of a kind knife set is a premium knife set that justifies its high price with amazing craftsmanship and features. Each knife has a unique handle that is different from any other knife in the series, and these knives are gorgeous enough to be displayed as art. I feel guilty using them in the kitchen. But they are a joy to use and they cut easily and beautifully.The two blades in this set are an Chef’s knife with a 8 inch long blade and a paring knife with a 3.5 inch blade.First, the knives come individually holstered in well made, hand tooled, leather sheathes. The etching on the sheaths is attractive. There are two Lion Shield symbols on each sheath, one on the sheath and one on the snap that holds the blades securely in place. These are great features in case they do not fit in your knife block.Second, all the knives are a single tang construction with a resin and wood handle. There are 4 different colors of resin available, depending on the knife set. This one has Ravenstone black resin, which is a gorgeous black and white marble design with a tiny bit of glimmery sheen. They are scratch resistant and maintain their polished finish.They are attached with Viking Shield Mosaic rivets which have a great design on them.The grain on the wood is gorgeous, with lots of color striations and beautiful patterns.These handles are lightweight and are also resistant to extremes of heat and cold. The handles absorb shocks, making them very comfortable in your hand. I love these handles!Third, these blades are made from high quality 9Cr18MoV stainless steel.The features of 9Cr18MoV stainless steel are:1) The 9 equals a high carbon content of 0.9% for hardness and edge retention, so you do not need to sharpen them often.2) The Cr18 stands for the chromium content which offers excellent corrosion resistance and is what qualifies it as real stainless steel.3) Mo is for the Molybdenum which gives the stainless steel high resistance to pitting corrosion, especially from wet or acidic environments. (A great thing for a fillet knife used while fishing on the river or ocean.)4) V is for vanadium with increases the wear resistance and the lifespan of the stainless steel. It also helps it retain its sharp edge, thus requiring less sharpening.This stainless steel has a hardness on the Rockwell hardness scale at 60+, which retains its edge extremely well and is moderately easy to sharpen.Fourth, the top of each knife has grooves cut out that both look awesome and give you a kind of non-slip spot to put pressure on a blade if needed.Fifth, all of these knives are treated with the Dahlstrong Lion Shield proprietary thermo and cryo treatment process. This process exposes each blade in a specific, controlled manner to extreme heat and sub zero temperatures in order to enhance the physical and structural properties of the blade, increasing the toughness and hardness, keeping the blade sharp and resistant to scratches and chips.The subzero temperatures increase the stainless steels corrosion and rust resistance.These knives have a lifetime warranty, and the Lion Shield treatment process is one of the big reasons why.Sixth, the knives have a black titanium HC shield finish which is a thin, durable layer of titanium nitride. It coats the blade giving it that stunning, glossy black finish. It also makes it non-stick, reduces friction, and increases resistance to scratches, wear, and corrosion.Titanium nitride is a chemically inert ceramic material that does not react with food, even during preparation, preventing any substances from leaching into food.An extra layer of protection that greatly increases ease of food prep and the life of your knife.Seventh, each knife is hand sharpened to 8-12 degrees per side.The included booklet has care instructions. While these knives are dishwasher safe and are designed to withstand chemicals, acidic foods, and extreme heat and cold, they will last longer and require less sharpening if they are handwashed. This should be done for any good knife, especially these.Overall, this is a stunning, very high-end knife set, that does justify its price point with many special features that makes these blades into works of functional art that you can pass down to future generations. Cannot recommend highly enough.
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dburckh
November 09, 2025
Chef's knife is great, but paring knife's blade is too big
This is the second Dalstrong product I've gotten. As before, the build quality is excellent. Out of the box, the knives where the sharpest I've ever received new. The chef's knife is has a nice weight and is what you would expect in a quality knife. The paring knife, unfortunately, is a bit disappointing. Dalstrong knives are usually extremely heavy duty. Although the paring knife looks really cool, the large blade gives it a lot of drag. It's ok for small tasks, but it would be hard to use if you had a lot of cutting to do.The look:If you are just having these for show, there is a lot to like. They have a heavy weight and the chromed blades turn black when wet which is a cool aesthetic. The handles have a nice feel and the two tone gives it a unique look.
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