Chef's Knife 9.5" | Valhalla Series | Dalstrong ©

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

Product Story

The Valhalla Series 9.5" Chef's Knife scales the series' signature build — 5-layer 9CR18MOV steel at 58+ Rockwell, frosted sandblasted finish, spine jimping, one-of-a-kind resin-and-burl handle — up to a commanding blade for big boards, large proteins, and open-fire cooking. Leather snap-close sheath included.

Who it's for: the pit cook and the big-batch chef — anyone whose cooking runs to whole briskets, family reunions, and cast iron over coals. 9.5" vs 8": take the 9.5 for reach and momentum; the 8 for everyday agility.

Common Questions

Who should size up to 9.5"? Cooks who regularly break down large proteins or prep in volume — the extra reach means fewer strokes and straighter slices.

Same steel as the 8" Valhalla? Identical — 5-layer 9CR18MOV at 58+ Rockwell with the same frosted finish and jimped spine.

Does it come with the sheath? Yes — the genuine leather snap-close sheath is standard across the Valhalla line.