Dellinger Mythical Beast Series ZDP-189 Black Titanium Limited Edition
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MYTHICAL BEAST SERIES
An exclusive limited-edition set of four Dellinger kitchen knives with a cutting core made from premium powder steel ZDP-189, a hardness of approximately 67 HRC, a three-layer San Mai construction and a carefully finished Black Titanium Coating on the blades.
Four legendary guardians united in one collection
Mythical Beast Series is more than a set of four high-performance kitchen knives. The collection draws inspiration from the four mythical guardians of East Asian tradition. Each is associated with a cardinal direction, a season, an element and a distinct character.
Each knife therefore features its own handle colour and a unique decorative pin depicting its guardian. Vermilion Bird, Azure Dragon, White Tiger and Black Tortoise are therefore more than four individual knives – together, they form a carefully conceived collection.
Only 5 complete sets. All four knives are presented together in an elegant wooden case.
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Four guardians. Four distinct characters.
Every knife in the Mythical Beast Series has its own story, colour, purpose and symbol. Discover the four guardians that together make this collection truly exceptional.
VERMILION BIRD
Vermilion Bird, known as Zhuque in Chinese tradition and Suzaku in Japan, is the mythical guardian of the south. It is associated with summer, fire, energy and the life force.
Traditionally depicted as a majestic crimson bird surrounded by flames, it may resemble a phoenix, but within the Four Guardians tradition it is a distinct mythical being with its own symbolism.
Vermilion Bird embodies dynamism, ascent, renewal and energy. The largest knife in the collection therefore features a striking red handle and a long Kiritsuke.
AZURE DRAGON
Azure Dragon, Qinglong in Chinese or Seiryu in Japanese, is guardian of the east. It is associated with spring, growth, vitality and the awakening power of nature.
Dragons hold a special place in Asian culture. They represent strength, growth, energy and continuous progress. The blue-green colouring of Azure Dragon evokes new life and the renewal that comes with spring.
Its character is perfectly matched by the versatile Chef knife, the working heart of the set, designed for a wide range of everyday kitchen tasks.
WHITE TIGER
White Tiger, Baihu in Chinese and Byakko in Japanese, protects the west. It is traditionally associated with autumn and the metal element.
White Tiger represents courage, determination, protection and a warrior's spirit. Its strength is not chaotic – it is precise, controlled and ready to strike at the right moment.
Tuto filozofii reprezentuje Santoku – a compact, agile and exceptionally easy-to-handle all-purpose knife for preparing meat, vegetables, herbs and other ingredients.
BLACK TORTOISE
Black Tortoise, Xuanwu in Chinese or Genbu in Japanese, is guardian of the north. Traditionally depicted as a tortoise entwined with a snake, it symbolises winter and the element of water.
Its strength lies neither in speed nor aggression. Black Tortoise stands for stability, patience, resilience, perseverance and longevity.
The smallest knife in the collection – the Paring knife – is therefore intended for delicate, precise work, peeling, trimming and tasks that demand control and finesse.
Four Guardians. Four Blades. One Collection.
East, south, west and north. Spring, summer, autumn and winter. Each guardian embodies a different force, yet only together do they form a harmonious whole. The same idea unites the four different knife types of the Mythical Beast Series.
Four blades for four different tasks
| Guardian | Knife | Blade | Overall length | Handle | Blade height | Weight | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermilion Bird | 9" Kiritsuke | 216 mm | 363 mm | 138 mm | 47 mm | 220 g | precise, long cuts and versatile food preparation |
| Azure Dragon | 8" Chef | 203 mm | 350 mm | 138 mm | 47 mm | 210 g | versatile everyday use |
| White Tiger | 7" Santoku | 192 mm | 341 mm | 138 mm | 47 mm | 235 g | meat, vegetables, herbs |
| Black Tortoise | 3.5" Paring | 102 mm | 230 mm | 120 mm | 27 mm | 95 g | peeling, trimming and intricate work |
ZDP-189 – the heart of the collection
At the heart of all four blades is ZDP-189, a premium powder steel renowned for achieving extremely high hardness and retaining a finely sharpened edge for an extended period.
The blades in the Mythical Beast Series reach a hardness of approximately 67 HRC. This makes it possible to achieve an exceptionally fine, keen edge that maintains its geometry for a long time when used correctly.
The hard ZDP-189 cutting core forms part of a three-layer San Mai construction, combining a high-performance core with outer blade layers.
High hardness enables a very fine, exceptionally sharp edge with long-lasting cutting performance between sharpening sessions.
Black Titanium Coating blade finish
Every blade features Black Titanium Coating, giving the knives their distinctive black appearance while highlighting the clean blade lines and San Mai construction.
The black coating gives the entire limited collection a cohesive appearance and contrasts beautifully with the individual coloured handles and decorative guardian pins.
Handles designed for each guardian's character
Each guardian has its own handle colour, while all four knives share the same premium construction and combination of materials.
Stainless-steel SS316L bolsters create a robust, elegant transition between blade and handle.
A nickel-silver spacer accentuates the carefully layered handle materials.
Composite resin creates the characteristic colour, depth and pattern of each model.
Decorative aluminium and copper elements add further texture and visual depth to the handle.
Each handle is completed by a unique decorative pin depicting its guardian: Vermilion Bird, Azure Dragon, White Tiger or Black Tortoise.
Technical specifications
| Product code | K-H338 |
| EAN | 8595705411449 |
| Cutting core | ZDP-189 |
| Blade construction | San Mai · 3 layers |
| Hardness | approx. 67 HRC |
| Blade finish | Black Titanium Coating – black blade coating |
| Grind on all knives | symmetrical 50/50 |
| Edge angle (goniometer measurement) | 10° per side (10°/10°; total included angle approximately 20°) |
| Bolstery | SS316L |
| Spacer | Nickel Silver |
| Handle | composite resin + aluminium + copper |
| Decorative pins | 4 unique Four Guardians symbols |
| Number of knives | 4 pieces |
| Packaging | wooden collector's case |
| Limited edition | only 5 complete sets |
A 67 HRC edge deserves proper care
Extremely high hardness allows an exceptionally fine, high-performance edge, but also makes it more sensitive to inappropriate lateral stress.
- do not use the knives on bones or frozen food,
- do not twist the blade during cutting or lever ingredients sideways,
- use a high-quality wooden or suitable synthetic cutting board,
- never put the knives in the dishwasher,
- wash by hand and dry immediately after use,
- we recommend high-quality water stones for sharpening; when restoring the edge, follow the measured angle of approximately 10° on each side.
The four guardians belong together
The complete Mythical Beast Series is presented in an elegant wooden case. More than mere protective packaging, the case highlights the collector's nature of this edition and allows all four knives to be kept together as a complete set.
Availability of individually numbered sets
Overview of all 5 numbers in the limited Mythical Beast Series edition.
Just five complete sets
The Mythical Beast Series was created as an exceptionally limited collection for customers who appreciate the combination of premium materials, striking design, outstanding cutting performance and genuine collector appeal.
Frequently asked questions
The edition is limited to just 5 complete sets, each containing all four knives.
Vermilion Bird Kiritsuke 216 mm, Azure Dragon Chef 203 mm, White Tiger Santoku 192 mm and Black Tortoise Paring 102 mm.
The cutting core of all four blades is made from premium ZDP-189 powder steel.
San Mai is a three-layer blade construction in which the hard cutting core is enclosed within a layered blade. In this series, the core is made from ZDP-189 steel.
Black Titanium Coating is a black blade finish that gives all four knives a striking, coordinated appearance.
Vermilion Bird, Azure Dragon, White Tiger and Black Tortoise are the four traditional mythical guardians, each associated with a different cardinal direction, season, element and symbolism.
The handles combine composite resin, aluminium and copper, complemented by SS316L bolsters and a nickel-silver spacer.
All four knives have a symmetrical 50/50 grind. A goniometer measured an edge angle of 10° on each side, approximately 20° in total.
No. We recommend hand-washing only, drying immediately and handling the knives with care appropriate to their high edge hardness.
Four Guardians. Four Blades. One Collection.
ZDP-189 · 67 HRC · San Mai · Black Titanium Coating · SS316L · Nickel Silver · 4 unique Guardian pins · wooden case · only 5 sets.
Additional parameters
| Category: | exclusive, limited editions and gifts |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 2 years |
| Weight: | 2.32 kg |
| EAN: | 8595705411449 |
| čepel: | ocel 3 vrstvá |
| typ rukojeti (střenky): | oktagonal (8mi hran) |
| typ nože: | Santoku, Chef / Gyuto, Paring |
| production: | China |