Materials: Blade Material: German X50CRMOV15 Stainless Steel Special Treatments: Dalstrong D3™ Diamond Detailing Sharpening Process, Dalstrong LionShield™ Treatment (heat hardening and sub-zero tempering) Handle Material: G10 military-spec fiberglass composite (premium models) OR Robust ABS thermoplastic polymer (block sets and color handles) Sheath Material: Dalstrong PerfectFit™ thermoplastic sheath OR Genuine leather sheath Blade Specifications HRC: 54-56 (Rockwell Hardness Scale) Edge Angle: 16-18° double bevel Blade Finish: Polished satin finish for reduced friction and drag Construction Details Tang: Full tang construction (single piece from blade tip to end cap) Rivets: Triple stainless steel rivets Bolster: Traditional full bolster OR sloped hybrid bolster (varies by model) End Cap: Stainless steel counterweight for optimum balance Care Instructions Hand wash with warm water and mild soap Towel dry immediately after washing Occasional honing with honing rod to maintain edge alignment Easy to sharpen at home when needed Store in protective sheath or knife block NSF Certified for professional kitchen use Use Case Scenarios Professional kitchen environments (NSF Certified) Daily home cooking for dedicated home chefs High-volume food preparation All-purpose cutting tasks: chopping vegetables, slicing proteins, breaking down ingredients Ideal for cooks seeking reliable, low-maintenance professional-grade tools Perfect for those transitioning from consumer-grade to professional knives