Let me start by saying I grew up in the restaurant business and am the owner of a successful catering company, so after 50 years in food service I think I know a little bit about cooking utensils. When my my 30 year old set of Henckels "Pro S's" started showing their wear, I did what I always do and hit the internet to research replacements. Yes. there were plenty of more expensive knives to choose from (I'm sorry but spending $2000 on a set of knives for home use is just stupid) but when I came across this set of Dalstrong Gladiator Series I was intrigued. From the photos, the knives looked nicely made and I liked the fact that Dalstrong was a small, family run business, that is just now trying to break into an already crowded market. When Black Friday rolled around and I saw that this set was on sale, I just couldn't resist trying them out. And boy am I ever glad I did! The set came very nicely packaged in a nice handled box and the knives shrink wrapped in one box, and the block in another. The block is beautifully finished wood and is quite substantial in size and weight. It is also tall, which is the one minor complaint that I have. As others have said, the block is a little too tall to fit under the kitchen cabinets without having to pull the entire set out onto the counter in order to remove a knife. (This was not a big deal to me as I found a space where there is no cabinet overhang) But, because of the size, once the knives are in the block, you can't help but notice just how beautiful the set is. Your eye is drawn right to it. I have already had several comments on how lovely the set looks even though I have only had it a few days.
But I digress. The true star of the show are the knives themselves. They are truly superb. As soon as you pull a knife out of the box, you can tell that it is beautifully hand crafted with a great attention to detail. The gorgeous wood handles are perfectly rounded and fit to each specific tang, and the forging and honing of the steel is top notch. The finish on the knives is perfect, and they come out of the box razor sharp. In the hand, the knives feel perfectly balanced with no cornered edges to cause fatigue or get a little painful when slicing or chopping a lot of food. The grip is solid, and the weight is just enough to cut easily through whatever you are cutting without feeling heavy. More importantly the knives are not too light (my main complaint with Japanese knives) which can get dangerous as the blade can slide off of the food and cut into your fingers instead. All in all, the knives are a true pleasure to cut with and you might find yourself just looking for food to slice, dice or chop just because they are that much fun to use. Just listen to a blade sing when you pull it out of the block and you will understand what I am talking about.
Believe it or not, the customer service is even better than the knives! I had a minor issue with the set I received and not wanting to go through the whole return process with Amazon, I decided to contact Dalstrong directly. All I can say is WOW! Not only were my emails responded to almost immediately, but the issue itself was rectified very quickly. These people STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT AND WILL GO ABOVE AND BEYOND ANYTHING YOU CAN ASK FOR TO MAKE THINGS RIGHT. With Dalstrong they say that customer truly is their main priority and it is! They are not just saying that in order to lure you into buying their product. I know for a fact that you are going to have a long and happy relationship with Dalstrong..
In conclusion, all I can say is BUY THESE KNIVES, YOU CAN"T GO WRONG!!!
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We Believe Cooking Can Be More Fun
Dalstrong is on a mission to bring more inspiration and fun into the art of cooking. Through high performance tools and innovative designs, our customers are able to enjoy the culinary experience like never before. We believe that when you love what you're doing, the results are truly amazing. Whether you're a professional chef or just someone who loves to cook at home, we have the perfect tool for you. Come at Dalstrong where we bring more fun to cooking. There Are No Limits.
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A Passion For Innovation
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At Dalstrong, we believe that inspiration can come from anywhere. Through our passion for innovation, we’re relentlessly fusing new ideas, making bold design decisions, and experimenting with unique materials and methods of construction. We make it our mission to constantly seek improvement in form and in function and are relentlessly driving forward in pursuit of the best chef tools and experience. We're always cooking up something new.
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Dalstrong is not your average culinary company. We're not afraid to the break the mold, or to try new things. We're constantly innovating and pushing the limits of what you thought was possible in the kitchen. We believe in working hard, having fun and being the best we can be. We thrive on being challenged. Creativity is, and always has been, a part of our DNA. Come cook with us.
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Dalstrong was founded on the belief that we have a responsibility to give back to the very communities that have helped us grow. Through our partnerships with such organizations as the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, The Wounded Warrirors Program, and C-CAP, we are proud to support various causes that make impactful differences within our community. Our commitment to these organizations as well as First Responders is an important part of our company culture.
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I'm reviewing all of my Dalstrong knives. I was a professional (Meat Cutter/Butcher) for over 13 years, (yes I am a woman.LOL).
Hi, I'm reviewing all of my Dalstrong knives. NOTE: I was a professional (Meat Cutter/Butcher) for over 13 years and a in-home chef (yes I am a woman..LOL). I have been looking for another set of knives for a long time. The proper weight, balance (blade to handle ratio), quality of the steel, edging of the blade (angle of the edge), grip of the handle and the flexibility or stiffness of the blade, depending on the task you are doing.My boning knife (Dalstrong Gladiator Series) is the most important (I do not let anyone else use), and keep in its case. (It's in the picture for viewing purposes, 3rd from the left). The boning knife does its job! It has the proper feel and grip. It has a proper lip at the bottom of the blade to protect your hand from slipping onto the blade. It has just enough flex on the tip to maneuver in and around bones and joints, and just the right amount of stiffness to cut through joints and membranes. The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship. I highly recommend this knife. As a note, I wish they had a 5 inch boning knife, but they do not..The rest of my Dalstrong set includes a, 10" and 6", Chefs(Shogun Series). First two on the left in the picture. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.The 3rd from the left, in the picture is my boning knife and 4th-10th is for culinary, all (Gladiator Series). The opinion is the same. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.All knives are shipped and packed with protective cases and covers on the tips.(The only one I do not have is the filleting knife, for fish)These knives are NOT meant for the dishwasher or children. The blades are very sharp! (I just glazed the edge with my finger and cut the crap out of myself !!). They're a professional set . These should be hand washed. If you want knives that you put in the dishwasher buy something else!! These are a professional set and should be treated as such!!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2017
My boning knife (Dalstrong Gladiator Series) is the most important (I do not let anyone else use), and keep in its case. (It's in the picture for viewing purposes, 3rd from the left). The boning knife does its job! It has the proper feel and grip. It has a proper lip at the bottom of the blade to protect your hand from slipping onto the blade. It has just enough flex on the tip to maneuver in and around bones and joints, and just the right amount of stiffness to cut through joints and membranes. The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship. I highly recommend this knife. As a note, I wish they had a 5 inch boning knife, but they do not..
The rest of my Dalstrong set includes a, 10" and 6", Chefs(Shogun Series). First two on the left in the picture. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.
The 3rd from the left, in the picture is my boning knife and 4th-10th is for culinary, all (Gladiator Series). The opinion is the same. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.
All knives are shipped and packed with protective cases and covers on the tips.
(The only one I do not have is the filleting knife, for fish)
These knives are NOT meant for the dishwasher or children. The blades are very sharp! (I just glazed the edge with my finger and cut the crap out of myself !!). They're a professional set . These should be hand washed. If you want knives that you put in the dishwasher buy something else!! These are a professional set and should be treated as such!!
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I'm reviewing all of my Dalstrong knives. I was a professional (Meat Cutter/Butcher) for over 13 years, (yes I am a woman.LOL).
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2017
Hi, I'm reviewing all of my Dalstrong knives. NOTE: I was a professional (Meat Cutter/Butcher) for over 13 years and a in-home chef (yes I am a woman..LOL). I have been looking for another set of knives for a long time. The proper weight, balance (blade to handle ratio), quality of the steel, edging of the blade (angle of the edge), grip of the handle and the flexibility or stiffness of the blade, depending on the task you are doing.Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2017
My boning knife (Dalstrong Gladiator Series) is the most important (I do not let anyone else use), and keep in its case. (It's in the picture for viewing purposes, 3rd from the left). The boning knife does its job! It has the proper feel and grip. It has a proper lip at the bottom of the blade to protect your hand from slipping onto the blade. It has just enough flex on the tip to maneuver in and around bones and joints, and just the right amount of stiffness to cut through joints and membranes. The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship. I highly recommend this knife. As a note, I wish they had a 5 inch boning knife, but they do not..
The rest of my Dalstrong set includes a, 10" and 6", Chefs(Shogun Series). First two on the left in the picture. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.
The 3rd from the left, in the picture is my boning knife and 4th-10th is for culinary, all (Gladiator Series). The opinion is the same. Warning : they are sharp, sharp, sharp! The quality and sharpness of the blade is amazing and the construction of the handle is absolute quality workmanship.
All knives are shipped and packed with protective cases and covers on the tips.
(The only one I do not have is the filleting knife, for fish)
These knives are NOT meant for the dishwasher or children. The blades are very sharp! (I just glazed the edge with my finger and cut the crap out of myself !!). They're a professional set . These should be hand washed. If you want knives that you put in the dishwasher buy something else!! These are a professional set and should be treated as such!!
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