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Accurite
January 21, 2025
wonderfull for cutting roasts
Dalstrong Shogun Knife Collection Review:I’ve been gradually adding the Japanese-made Dalstrong Shogun knives to my collection, and I’m thoroughly impressed with both their craftsmanship and appearance. These knives have quickly replaced my previous high-end German-made knives due to their superior quality and eye catching design.However, one important thing to note is the blade edge. The Shogun series features a 10-degree edge, which is relatively uncommon. Because of this, you won’t find a sharpener that accommodates this precise angle. I own a high-quality sharpener, the Chef'sChoice Trizor XV EdgeSelect Professional Electric Knife Sharpener with 100% diamond abrasives and precision angle guides, which I purchased from Amazon. It’s an excellent tool that can sharpen any knife, no matter how dull, but it sharpens at a 15-degree angle, not the 10 degrees required for the Shogun knives.As a result, I ended up purchasing the Shogun Whetstone Knife Sharpener Kit specifically designed for these knives. If you decide to purchase a Shogun knife, be prepared to hand-sharpen it to maintain the optimal edge.Overall, the Shogun knives are a fantastic addition to any collection, but just be aware that they require manual sharpening to maintain their 10-degree edge.
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This is a knife you can use for cutting
In all seriousness, a good knife. Blade length and shape are ideal for long slicing motions on larger cuts that might be difficult with conventional straight blade. Grooves keep the blade from sticking. The design is beautiful, and the packaging comes with extras like a pin and microfibre cloth that I don't see the use in, but otherwise nice to have. Would make a great present with the extras to someone who loves kitchen knives. One downside is that the edge of the blade next to the handle is rounded, so it doesn't stay up on my mag board. There's just enough curvature on the place where the blade meets the handle to twist off the board. Perhaps it's my board's limitation more than the knife, it is bamboo-covered magnets. A conventional metal mag board would hold it but then you'd be scratching up the beautiful Damascus steel, so I wouldn't put it up there. The knife comes with a nice plastic sheath to protect it, but unfortunately the handle is left exposed. Think about where you're going to store this thing, it's long. There's a dirty joke in there somewhere, but I'll behave myself. DECENT value for the money, but I think a more fair price point for this piece is probably in the $70-80 range. Not that you'll be disappointed, though. However, do ask yourself if a long slicer is specifically what you need, because it's not overly convenient for anything else. But if, say, you have a freezer full of meat to process or buy butcher boxes regularly, then it's worth it
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Travis Dahmen
December 04, 2025
Perfection in cutlery.
Absolute high quality knives. Extremely well made. I really like all the different series that are offered as well as other kitchen tools and items. They have some very unique items and one of a kind.I got some of the gladiator series for my oldest son and the show gun series for my youngest son for Christmas. I even got a couple for myself. These knives will last a lifetime and beyond if they are taken care of.I'm a very happy and will be a life long customer. Many more items I will be ordering in the future.
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Tracey H.
February 08, 2018
Not a hand honed edge. Needed work right out of the box.
Updated review!I was contacted by dalstrong within an hour of posting my 3 star review concerning my review.I was impressed with their genuine concern about my issues with the knife I purchased.The one I received had a less than perfect edge as I stated. They insisted on sending me a replacement, via expedited shipping. They followed thru on their promise and I received the replacement today. Again, packaged perfectly as expected. When I removed this knife from its sheath it has a perfect edge. I am very pleased with this one. The original knife is fine after I corrected the edge. This one came as it should have been. Thank you Dalstrong. My faith is restored in the company. They are upstanding and fair. I can only assume the first one I received slipped thru the finishing process. The replacement is perfect.Received the knife, it is very well packaged.Nice sheath, nice box, few things in with it.They say hand honed edge, I think not. This is a machined edge, and not very uniform. Wasn’t what I would call super sharp by any means.I tuned up the edge, took about an hour. It seems to be a decently hard blade. The knife itself is beautiful. Was only disappointed with the edge.Haven’t gotten to use it on meat yet, but glided easily through some tomatoes and onions.I’ll be buying a whole ribeye this weekend and will put it to the test.I’m pretty happy with the purchase.Just don’t expect a professional edge.
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