Limited Edition Collector Blades
Gladiator Series
The Upgrade Set
4.8/53045 aggregated reviews & ratings Across 5 included products · See sourcesRegular price €1.288,95
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Included
18 Piece Colossal knife set
Your everyday foundation
The chef’s knife handles chopping and mincing; the santoku handles slicing and dicing; the bread knife handles crusty loaves; the carving knife handles roasts. Six steak knives take the set from the board to the table.
Features & benefits
- 17 knives, a 10" honing steel and a handmade acacia block
- High-carbon German steel, D3 sharpened to 16 to 18 degrees per side
- Full tang, triple riveted, NSF certified for professional kitchens
What comes with it
Exquisite gift packaging, handmade acacia wood block
Included
Hornet whetstone sharpener
Keep your edge
Restore a sharp edge at home, so your knives stay ready for the next meal.
Features & benefits
- The results of a whetstone, simplified: water-based, three-stage sharpening
- Restores dull blades, maintains the edge, then polishes and hones
- For double-bevel edges from 9 to 18 degrees
- Aluminum alloy base in a tough ABS housing
What comes with it
Hornet sharpener. Not for blades thicker than 3 mm.
Included
Gladiator 8-inch Crixus
For the way you cook
A chef knife and cleaver in one, for slicing and chopping with a broad blade.
Features & benefits
- Chef knife and cleaver in one blade
- High-carbon German ThyssenKrupp steel, 56+ Rockwell
- Hand sharpened to 16 to 18 degrees per side
- G10 handle, full tang, triple riveted
What comes with it
PerfectFit sheath, Dalstrong packaging
Included
Valhalla 9.5-inch chef knife
For bigger prep
A longer blade for larger ingredients and generous batches of prep.
Features & benefits
- The big chef knife for big boards and big batches
- Five-layer stainless steel with a distinctive frosted finish
- One-of-a-kind resin and stabilized wood handle, no two alike
What comes with it
Valhalla-embossed genuine leather sheath, Dalstrong packaging
Included
Valhalla 4-inch paring knife
For the way you cook
Peel fruit, trim vegetables and handle the small details with control.
Features & benefits
- Peeling, trimming and the small jobs
- Five-layer stainless steel with a distinctive frosted finish
- One-of-a-kind resin and stabilized wood handle, no two alike
What comes with it
Valhalla-embossed genuine leather sheath, Dalstrong packaging
Gladiator Series
One block. Every day covered.
Your everyday knives, together in one block. The larger sets pair that foundation with a Hornet sharpener and specialist blades for the way you cook.
German steel. Everyday dependability.
The Colossal’s full-tang German steel blades are finished to a 16–18° edge per side.
Built to stay organized.
An acacia block gives your knives a home and keeps everyday tools within reach.
Make the setup your own.
Step up for the Hornet and Crixus, or add Valhalla chef’s and paring knives in Upgrade Max.
Built for real prep
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Your everyday knives, together in one block. The larger sets pair that foundation with a Hornet sharpener and specialist blades for the way you cook.
The Upgrade
Your whole kitchen in one block: everyday knives, steak knives for the table and a honing steel.
- 18 Piece Colossal Knife Set with Block
Upgrade Plus
The set that stays sharp: add the Hornet to sharpen every knife in the block at home.
- 18 Piece Colossal Knife Set with Block
- Knife Sharpener
- Chef's Knife & Cleaver Hybrid 8"
Includes the Gladiator Crixus
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Upgrade Max
Your complete kitchen: the Plus set, with a 9.5-inch Valhalla chef’s knife for bigger prep.
- 18 Piece Colossal Knife Set with Block
- Knife Sharpener
- Chef's Knife & Cleaver Hybrid 8"
- Chef's Knife 9.5"
- Paring Knife 4"
Includes the Crixus and a Valhalla paring knife
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What owners say
Reviews of individual Dalstrong products, with the product named on each review. These are not ratings of the complete bundle.
18 Piece Colossal knife set
4.9/5 783 aggregated reviews & ratings
Review source: Opinew View product & reviewsHornet whetstone sharpener
4.8/5 85 aggregated reviews & ratings
Review source: Opinew View product & reviewsGladiator 8-inch Crixus
4.8/5 1778 aggregated reviews & ratings
Review source: Opinew View product & reviewsValhalla 9.5-inch chef knife
4.9/5 265 aggregated reviews & ratings
Review source: Opinew View product & reviewsValhalla 4-inch paring knife
4.8/5 134 aggregated reviews & ratings
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This Gladiator set is hands down THE BEST knife set on the market. It stands proud on my counter.
This knife set is a BEAST, and an incredible deal. ... Guests marvel at this set on my kitchen counter.
Before you order
Frequently asked questions
Which set is right for me?
The Gladiator Series 18-piece Colossal knife set brings the kitchen essentials together in a wood block. Upgrade Plus adds the Hornet sharpener and Gladiator 8-inch Crixus. Upgrade Max also includes the Valhalla 9.5-inch chef’s knife and 4-inch paring knife.
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How are the savings calculated?
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Will all the pieces arrive together?
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Dalstrong offers a 70-day return period and a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Read our shipping policy and returns policy for eligibility and full terms.
How should I care for the knives?
Hand wash knives with warm water and mild soap, then towel dry immediately. Keep knives out of the dishwasher. Use a suitable cutting board and store each blade securely in its block or sheath.
A honing rod helps maintain edge alignment between sharpening sessions. Use a sharpener only when it is compatible with your knife’s edge and thickness. Follow each product’s included instructions.
Can I use the Hornet with every knife?
The Hornet is designed for double-bevel blades with edge angles from 9–18° and blades no thicker than 3 mm. Check the specifications and instructions for your knife before sharpening. A Hornet is included only when listed in your selected set.
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The Upgrade Set
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