DALSTRONG Hyper Steel Santoku Knife

Last updated: December 29, 2020


This knife's exceptional craftsmanship sets it apart from the pack. The edge boasts scalpel-level sharpness, and the 66 layers of steel are nitrogen-cooled for enhanced hardness. The military grade handle is impervious to heat, cold and moisture. In our testing, we liked that this knife came with a leather sheath and that the handle had beautiful accents.

We looked at the top Santoku Knives and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Santoku Knife you should buy.

Product Details

Key Takeaway: This knife is made with premium construction techniques for a sharp knife that lasts.

In our analysis of 6 expert reviews, the DALSTRONG 7-in Hyper Steel Santoku Knife placed 5th when we looked at the top 6 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

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chef, chef knife, dalstrong, dalstrong knife, omega, omega series, omega chef, best knife, bd1n Maximum Performance. Zero Compromises. dalstrong, dalstrong chef, dalstrong knife, omega, omega series, santoku, omega santoku, best knifedalstrong, dalstrong knife, dalstrong omega, omega series, omega santoku, santoku, best knife At The Cutting Edge of Beauty and Performance The Omega Series Santoku Knife is a ruthless vegetable assassin. The Japanese word ‘Santoku’ roughly translates to ‘three virtues or uses’ and refers to the knife’s triad versatility as a slicer, a dicer and a mincer. It encompasses the the best features of a chef’s knife and Nakiri, wrapped into one exceptionally designed package. Designed with a noticeably different blade geometry, the Omega Series Santoku features a 7″ long blade with a Kiritsuke-like tip. Keeping true to it’s name, the Omega Series Santoku is a jack of all trades. The tapered tip allows for more precise and delicate work such as de-boning and coring, while the flatter blade profile allows the user to excel at push cuts, long slices and chopping, making it an ideal choice for those chefs who prep large numbers of vegetables. Featuring ultra-premium American forged BD1N-V hyper steel. The blade’s composition and added vacuum heat-treatment to 63HRC provide astonishing performance, with a screamingly sharp edge. Painstakingly finished to 8-12° per side by expert blade smiths using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method. The addition of Nitrogen increases hardness, flexibility, and toughness, while providing exceptional wear resistance, ensuring your blade’s performance will last even-longer and take you further. Gorgeously laminated and hot-forged, the ‘LiquidMetal’ pattern on the blade minimizes drag and stuck on food while maximizing your slicing efficiency, allowing you to glide through prep. The G10 woven fibreglass handle is near impervious to heat, cold and moisture and is presented in a midnight black with subtle dark red colorings. Centered in the full-tang handle is an ornate and over-sized copper and brass mosaic, creating a distinct and striking appearance. The painstakingly detailed craftsmanship continues with the Dalstrong lionhead insignia carefully engraved on both the mirror-polished end-cap and blade itself. This knife doesn’t just mean business, it looks it too. A black PU leather sheath with button clip and distinctive red-stitching is also included to ensure the blades stylish protection and your own safety. Featuring all the precision, premium materials and workmanship you would expect from Dalstrong, only dialled up. Included 7” Omega Series SantokuKnife PU Leather Dalstrong Sheath Neatly Packed with Dalstrong’s Renowned Packaging The Art of Steel. dalstrong, dalstrong chef, dalstrong knife, omega, omega series, omega santoku, santoku, best knifedalstrong, dalstrong chef, dalstrong knife, omega, omega series, omega santoku, santoku, best knife FEATURES AND BENEFITS The Omega Series 7″ Santoku Knife ✓Scalpel like sharpness at a staggering 8-12°degree angle per side. Sail through culinary challenges. ✓Incredible Edge Retention at 63+ Rockwell. Cut longer, go further. ✓‘LiquidMetal’ pattern on the blade minimizes drag and stuck on food while maximizing your slicing efficiency, ✓BD1N American forged Hyper Steel. With an added Vacuum Treatment. The ultimate steel for the ultimate performance. ✓67-Layered Damascus sharpened under the ancient 3-step Honbazuke method and married to bleeding edge technology. ✓Tapered bolster provides a perfect ‘zero-balance’ balance, finger protection and gently encourages a natural and comfortable pinch grip ✓Rust/Corrosion resistant cladding means your knife will stay cleaner and last longer ✓Hand-polished spine enhances comfort across very grips ✓Full tang – maximum robustness. This knife is built to last a lifetime. ✓Triple riveted – even further resilience. ✓Beautifully engraved. Performance and looks. ✓Tapered blade for minimal slicing resistance and non-stick properties ✓Cleans easily ✓Precise cryogenic tempering increases the steel’s crystalline structure, enhancing, strength, flexibility and hardness. The Omega Series 7″ Santoku Knife Handle ✓Military grade G10 handle for life-long durability ✓Highly impervious to heat, cold and moisture ✓Ergonomic handle for superior hand control, agility and comfort ✓Non-slip grip ✓Engraved end cap for further distinction ✓Over-sized intricate copper mosaic enhances beauty The Omega Series Knife Sheath A black PU leather sheath with button clip and distinctive red-stitching is also included to ensure the blades stylish protection and your own safety. Knives To Build A Career On. A Community Of Chefs To Belong To. Over Seventy-Five Thousand Chefs Have Switched to Dalstrong From executive chefs to home chefs and everyone in between, Dalstrong Chefs are treated like family. Over seventy-five thousand chefs have switched to Dalstrong for our superior quality, unconditional support, and loyal community. It may be cliche, but we truly care about you and the blades and products we painstakingly design and develop. From the tinest packaging detail, to hundreds of hours of design and testing, each knife is a work of love, dedication and expert craftsmanship. We proudly belive we are the fastest growing knife company for a reason. Dalstrong supports you, our chefs, everyday and in every way we can. Your Dalstrong knives work alongside you, day in and day out, making you more effective, creative, and precise in the kitchen; delivering plates you can feel proud to present. These are knives to build a career on, and tens of thousands of professional chefs have done just that. From cooking competitions (Dalstrong supports chefs across the country building their reputation), to charitable events (we donate knives to those in need with culinary aspirations), Dalstrong loves the community, loves chefs, and the men and women who prepare food for us all each and everyday. From the heat of the professional kitchen to a simple meal for one, Dalstrong stands beside you every step of the way. #dalstrong The Dalstrong Difference. Dalstrong Is Out To Turn An Old Industry On Its Head We love cooking. We love design and craftsmanship. Most of all though, we love bringing a feeling of pure satisfaction to chefs around the world who use our tools day in and day out. Whether you’re a hobbyist or pro, our aim is to enhance the experience of your culinary creation. Dalstrong is the new guy on the block. From a foundation of love and respect for an ancient craft, we layer on modern thinking and methods to create beautiful and innovative knives at far greater value than traditional brands. Don’t just take our word for it; look what others are saying, across the web, social media and in professional kitchens around the country. Our goal is to stir up a stodgy old industry with tools chefs love and trust, and with innovative design and improvements. And as a company, we’re out to build life-long relationships with exceptional products and exceptional attention to your individual needs as a chef and customer. Come cook with us. Like you, we strive for greatness every day.

Our Expert Consultant

Julie Chernoff
Culinary Expert

Julie Chernoff is a long-time member of Les Dames d’Escoffier (past president of the Chicago Chapter, and current co-chair of the LDEI Legacy Awards Committee), the Association of Food Journalists (AFJ) and the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Chernoff is the dining editor of Better, a lifestyle website and print magazine. Her journalism started in the test kitchens of Weight Watchers Magazine. She holds a BA in English from Yale University and is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy. She has spent the last few decades styling, photographing, teaching, developing recipes, editing, thinking and writing about food.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

This Omega Series knife comes with a leather sheath that will help to protect the blade from becoming blunt and rubbing against other kitchen utensils. It also keeps your family safe from coming into contact with a sharp blade.
The Tapered bolster method is also used in Dalstrong Omega Series Kiritsuke Chef Knife. As a result, it gives lightweight, finger protection and encourages to hold slowly and naturally.
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