Dalstrong Shogun Knife Collection Review:I’ve been gradually adding the Japanese-made Dalstrong Shogun knives to my collection, and I’m thoroughly impressed with both their craftsmanship and appearance. These knives have quickly replaced my previous high-end German-made knives due to their superior quality and eye catching design.However, one important thing to note is the blade edge. The Shogun series features a 10-degree edge, which is relatively uncommon. Because of this, you won’t find a sharpener that accommodates this precise angle. I own a high-quality sharpener, the Chef'sChoice Trizor XV EdgeSelect Professional Electric Knife Sharpener with 100% diamond abrasives and precision angle guides, which I purchased from Amazon. It’s an excellent tool that can sharpen any knife, no matter how dull, but it sharpens at a 15-degree angle, not the 10 degrees required for the Shogun knives.As a result, I ended up purchasing the Shogun Whetstone Knife Sharpener Kit specifically designed for these knives. If you decide to purchase a Shogun knife, be prepared to hand-sharpen it to maintain the optimal edge.Overall, the Shogun knives are a fantastic addition to any collection, but just be aware that they require manual sharpening to maintain their 10-degree edge.