DALSTRONG Nakiri Vegetable Knife - 6" - Shogun Series X - Japanese AUS-10V Super Steel - Damascus - Hammered Finish - Sheath Included

Here are a few quick things to get you started The only time I write reviews is on occasion. So I picked this up because I cook for a living and wanted something new I wasn't used to, namely German company knives. This knife has been on my watch for over 6 months now and I have been waiting for anyone in a professional setting to review it. At last, I made the decision to grab it and give it a try. The first thing that came to my mind upon receiving those packages was how clean and thoughtful the packaging was! It wasn't the plastic you usually It was well thought out, from the boxes to the booklets to the polishing cloth. Take a walk. appreciate the fact that the blade is protected by a sheath. I will now speak about the knife in more detail. knife is one of the best on the market, seriously the edges of the handle are smoother than those made by the big German manufacturers. It is near impossible to get a better grip than this when pinch gripped. There is a bit of a weight difference between this and what I am used to. Because of this knife's weight, I found that my job was easier than ever before. Experts know that companies like GFS or similar ones sell gigantic carrots that are over 2 feet in length. The knives I have are over 5 inches thick, so I have a tendency to have problems doing dishes with them. I will proceed to the next point by noting that the nikari went through it without hesitation. I like that this knife has a lot of clearance for a guy like me who has a big hand. To give you a sense of size, I wear xl food service gloves. The first few times I went there, I had a little difficulty getting comfortable, but now I really enjoy it. In addition to being wider than most nikari knives, this knife does a fantastic job at allowing you to scoop up and transfer veggies off the board. I was concerned that maybe this knife would have difficulty mincing, but it would not. This brings us to the last point I want to make. What did you think of the edge? As for the steel, I only ran it on it one time and it returned to being sharp enough to stop against the cutting board, which is exactly how I like I have been keeping an eye on the edge to check for any damage, but so far I haven't seen any. One thing I would recommend is that Dalstrong buff the edge to a mirror finish rather than leaving it as it is. If I were to judge this knife, I would give it a perfect 10. The knife has been in my possession for about a week now and I am extremely pleased with it. I will let you know In addition, I bought this myself and paid for it It's not a paid review, just one from an honest cook who hopes to provide a review I wish I could have seen before I purchased.

Harry McKenzie

| Nov 23, 2020

My focus is on knives and knife technique and I am a professional chef. I find this piece of gear to be stunning. Today, I used it as my primary knife for dinner service, and it met all the requirements of a proper santoku. This knife held up great even when I was slicing a fish and shoulder cut of beef, tasks I normally do with a sujihiki or a granton edge knife that is almost twice the length of this knife. The blade comes with a factory-set edge that has been described as being dull in some reviews. There may be a difference to the trained eye, but to my eyes it looked razor sharp after I polished it with a 4000/8000 grit water stone. An extremely sharp knife, comparable to my most expensive handcrafted knife. A nakiri that can slice through carrot coins with no effort. As a whole, my favorite features are the bolster, the rectangular shape of the granton edge (instead of the more oval scallops), and the ergonomic handle material and alignment. Despite its aesthetic appeal, the details are not that useful in practical applications. Despite its flaws, I like the appearance of this knife. have read reviews claiming that the damascus layering is murky or of lower quality. The truth is they The image is exactly as it should be. Is it possible that it could be sharper straight It's true, but any kitchen rat worth his/her salt knows you need to ensure the edge on a knife is sharp before you use it in commerce. My customers are pleased with your product. I am glad about it. This is an insanely high price for what you get. You are fighting a good cause. Keep it up. Providing you maintain the same standards, I have no doubt that your knives will be omnipresent in kitchens all over the world. Thanks a lot.

Makenna Maxwell

| May 07, 2021

The size of the Santoku I chose was the 7" style. Both of my selections were from the "Classic" series of XXXXXX ($139) and the "Shogun" series of Dalstrong The following is the packaging for both from Amazon Bubble wrap was used to protect XXXXXXX in a paper sleeve. Dahlgren was packaged in a wonderful gift box that is ideal for presentation and gift wrapping. There was little doubt as to who won the fit and finish race, and it was Dalstrong. This is yet another clear win for Dalstrong as the balance remains unchanged. The quality of the blade is as follows The blade of XXXXXX was delivered with a small chip on it and rolled metal on the edge, indicating that it had not been sharpened properly. I put both knives in the hands of a local knife maker with over 20 years of experience. The Dalstrong blade proved to be perfect. He said, "The Dalstrong is clearly a better knife" and that "it would be as if we were comparing filet steak to hamburger steak". As soon as I have completed my set building, I will update the Dalstrong "Shogun" Series review.

Porter SHARPE

| Sep 14, 2020

It came in a nice fancy box with a blade cover and I was so excited to have my first "real" (aka expensive) knife. It was a tomato that I tried to cut first. I couldn't cut anything at all. I don't agree with that She was squashed by In just a few seconds, my old $15 and $15 Sensei slicer cut through We attempted it with a cucumber and it wasn't cutting without a powerful chop from above. After contacting the company they said I must have received a defective product. They told me they did not have any more of that particular knife, so I had to get another item. This seems like a scam so I got my money back. I've never heard of purchasing a $120 knife that doesn't fulfill the purpose for which it was intended.

Kasen Ferrell

| May 04, 2021