The Firestorm Alpha Series Walking through fire to face his enemy, a warrior fears nothing. Like an apex lion, he is prepared to fight to the death. With his ferocious blade, he stands victorious on scorched earth. A warrior isn’t afraid of the storm. He is the storm. Let the battle begin. Read more The Dalstrong Origin Story Dalstrong first began in the sweat and glory of professional kitchens, where CEO and founder Dave Dallaire worked alongside line cooks and sous chefs who tirelessly devoted every ounce of energy and passion to their craft. Watching these culinary warriors give everything they had while using stodgy, uninspired knives, he asked: “Where are the culinary tools to match their intrepid spirit?” And so he started Dalstrong in 2014, recruiting an always-hungry global team who believe that today’s culinary artists deserve tools that push the limits of their imagination. We’re convinced we can change the world around us through our products, our creativity, and our community. Gathering inspiration that fuels our sense of adventure, from ancient warrior cultures to architecture to fighter jets, we scour the planet for the best materials and manufacturing partners to execute this vision — and will never stop raising the bar, smashing boundaries, and celebrating culinary mavericks in this quest. What Drives Dalstrong Our mission is to inspire and drive creativity across the globe, pushing culinary boundaries and equipping cooks with the modern tools they need to enhance their experience. We know that food forms the heart and soul of most cultural traditions — it’s the main event in nearly all celebrations while also being a deeply satisfying individual experience. It can inspire peace and connection, excitement and joy. It can be an expression of creativity, love, style, and community. It gives a reason for families to come together, old friends to reunite, adversaries to find common ground. It can provide comfort and nostalgia, while also transcending barriers of time and space. By putting innovative and high-quality knives, cookware, and accessories in the hands of our customers, we hope to inspire a new generation of culinary creators to discover our guiding truth for themselves: There Are No Limits. The Dalstrong Difference The Dalstrong culture is built on continuous improvement. Never being satisfied with our last creation. Relentlessly striving to be better. Rather than lower our standards and use use lower quality steels due to costs, procurement difficulty, manufacturing challenges, etc., we work tirelessly to overcome these obstacles and think outside the box. We don’t rest until we’ve established a means to source the highest quality materials possible. Using CAD drawings, a 3D printer, and endless creativity, we dedicate countless hours to developing iteration upon iteration until we’re satisfied that each new product fills its full potential. We thrive on the journey of pushing boundaries forward. We’re proud to be a customer-first organization: our focus is how can we better serve and add more value to our community long after our products are in your hands. We offer an unwavering commitment to the culinary journey of every customer — whether pro, amateur, foodie, home cook, or backyard BBQer. Powered By Our People Dalstrong is a high-performing team of young, determined individuals who are relentlessly driven to make a mark in the culinary world. People who believe in their ability to shape and change the world around them through our products, our creativity, and our community. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, our diverse roster spans the globe, pulling from an incredibly rich cross-section of life and professional experiences to perfect every iteration and make every Dalstrong purchase meaningful. (function(f) {var _np=(window.P._namespace("AplusModule"));if(_np.guardFatal){_np.guardFatal(f)(_np);}else{f(_np);}}(function(P) { // register javascript with unique module id P.when("jQuery", "AplusModules-module-6", "ready").execute(function($, hoverModule) { hoverModule("aplus-module-6-1"); }); })); The Blade The Firestorm Alpha Series 6" Boning The Firestorm Alpha 6” Boning Knife is a stunningly beautiful and razor-sharp workhorse. Drawing on the might and majesty of the Earth's most awe-inspiring natural spectacles, the Firestorm Alpha Series is a collection of ferociously breathtaking knives worthy of any culinary warrior. The elegant and robust resin handle — reinforced with stabilized wood and a G10 Ring for added durability — provides full control as you rapidly move from task to task. The rugged yet refined grip is made even stronger and more elegant with the mosaic rivet. The included ABS sheath keeps the knife protected wherever you go. The Ultimate Steel For The Ultimate Performance The double bevel blade is ruthlessly hand-sharpened to 8-12° degrees for ultra-precise slicing. Polished spine to facilitate a comfortable pinch grip. Cleans easily for low maintenance. Premium High-Carbon 10CR15MOV Steel Precision forged Damascus steel in 67 layers for beauty and strength. Rated at 61+ on the Rockwell Hardness scale for ultimate durability and incredible edge retention. Precision Refinement Sharpened under the ancient 3-step Honbazuke method and married to bleeding-edge technology.The blade is coarsely ground using a vertically rotating sharpening stone The blade is then finely honed, using a horizontally rotating sharpening stone The edge is polished using a leather stropping block Beautifully engraved Dalstrong lion head logo for further refinement. Performance and looks. Hand-polished spine enhances comfort across varying grip preferences Read more The Handle Premium Materials Elegant and robust stabilized wood resin handle for superior strength, refinement & beauty. Ergonomic handle for superior hand control, agility, and comfort Stain-resistant, easy to clean handle Superior Construction Full tang for maximum robustness & quality. This knife is built to last. Attractive G10 ring and mosaic rivet adds durability and a flash of color Traditional Japanese "Wa" shaped handle for ergonomic fit and iconic look Protect Your Investment Every Firestorm Alpha Series knife includes a premium quality ABS Dalstrong PerfectFit sheath with embossed Dalstrong logo and pin closure Safely and securely ensure your blade is carefully protected while at home, or on the go. Gift Packaging Every Firestorm Alpha Series knife is carefully packaged to make the most out of your unboxing experience. Included: Firestorm Alpha Series 6" Boning PerfectFit Dalstrong Sheath Neatly Packed with Dalstrong’s Renowned Packaging Dalstrong Support Read more Technology, Meet Tradition. Our glowing reviews aren’t a coincidence — they’re the result of our commitment to quality, starting with the primary materials we use. Every line of knives that we manufacture sources premium steel from Japan, America, Germany, Sweden & China. These premium imported materials are painstakingly assembled by expert bladesmiths in a state-of-the-art facility within YangJiang, China — a city with a renowned knife crafting tradition dating back over 1400 years. These highly trained craftsmen spend anywhere from 30-60 days on each knife, painstakingly hand-polishing and hand-finishing the blades and handles using the 3-step Honbazuke honing method. This traditional Japanese process is married with high-tech processes such as Cryo-tempering which improves the steel’s crystalline structure (making them stronger). This merging of modern technology allows us to achieve exceptional quality while keeping the costs of our knives lower for our customers. Where are Dalstrong Knives Made? Every single one of our knives is painstakingly assembled by expert bladesmiths in a state-of-the-art facility within YangJiang, China — a city with a renowned knife crafting tradition dating back over 1400 years. Today, Yangjian holds the title of National Capital of Knives and Scissors, exporting to more than 100 countries and accounting for 60% of all knife product exports in China. At our manufacturing plants, the artisans and lead foremen are on a personal mission to prove to the world that Chinese knife quality is world-class. As such, our factory proudly stands head and shoulders above all others in YangJiang. Our Global Reach We want the whole world to experience Dalstrong. Our innovative designs draw on inspiration from all over the planet, including art, architecture, historic societies, cultural traditions, and more. Fueled by the motivation of our international team, we won’t rest until we have Dalstrong knives in every corner of the globe. So far, we’ve sent our knives to 50 different countries on every continent but Antartica. From Israel to Australia, Japan to Argentina, we have happy customers all over the world — and can’t wait to expand further. 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Dalstrong is also proud to have joined both the Wounded Warrior Project and Wounded Warriors Canada. Both projects support veterans or first responders and their families, offering various support programs for community-building, mental wellness, physical wellness, career counseling, and independence. Notable Influencers When we face adversity, we turn it into opportunity. Guga turned a comment from a troll into a culinary adventure that gained a lot of traction and grew his reputation as someone who isn’t afraid to dry age chicken in butter, or to put nutella on a wagyu steak. Erica Blaire takes on every challenge just to prove what she can do. From practicing criminal defense law in her twenties, to becoming a sommelier, to winning a season on BBQ Brawl, to starting her own touring cooking show, Erica has always embraced adventure. Dalstrong believes everything we do, we should do that same sense of adventure and that drive for excellence. Embrace opportunities. Enrich your experience. Forge new paths. Our Community From 3-star Michelin Chefs to parents making dinner, line cooks to grillmasters, and everyone in between, Dalstrong Chefs are treated like family. We know that we would be nothing without our chefs, and try to show it at every opportunity — whether it’s spotlighting some of the amazing female chefs in our ranks or producing custom tools for Thai culinary communities. All Dalstrong products are designed and crafted to work with you as you strive to be more effective, creative, and precise in the kitchen. From cooking competitions to charitable events, Dalstrong loves to support the chefs who enrich our lives every day. 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De-bone, filet, skin, trim, and butterfly. Peel, core, and score brussels sprouts, strawberries, and other foods. Blade Material High-Carbon Damascus Steel High-Carbon Damascus Steel High-Carbon Damascus Steel High-Carbon Damascus Steel High-Carbon Damascus Steel High-Carbon Damascus Steel Blade Pattern ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ PerfectFit Sheath ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Gift Packaging ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓