Messermeister Carbon 3.5 Paring Knife - Handcrafted in Maniago, Italy

Messermeister, a CALIFORNIA-BASED brand with GERMAN HERITAGE, is located in Ojai, California. The company, whose name translates to "knife master" in German, sources the world to find the very best manufacturing quality.

FUTURE ORIENTED in their approach, Messermeister utilizes production processes that minimize and reuse waste. Their goal is to create high-quality products that balance performance with respect for the world around us.

Now led by founder Bernd Dressler's wife Debra and daughters Kirsten and Chelcea, Messermeister is the only fully WOMEN AND FAMILY OWNED knife company in the world.

Among their offerings are the Oliva Elite 8 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, the San Moritz Elite 10 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, the Overland Chef 8 Inch Chef's Knife, and the Adventure Chef Folding 6 Inch Chef's Knife.

Customers have provided positive feedback, with the Oliva Elite 8 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife earning 4.6 out of 5 stars from 113 reviews, the San Moritz Elite 10 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife receiving 5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 review, the Overland Chef 8 Inch Chef's Knife earning 5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews, and the Adventure Chef Folding 6 Inch Chef's Knife receiving 4.0 out of 5 stars from 17 reviews.

The Oliva Elite 8 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife is priced at $165.93, the San Moritz Elite 10 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife is priced at $189.95, the Overland Chef 8 Inch Chef's Knife is priced at $249.95, and the Adventure Chef Folding 6 Inch Chef's Knife is priced at $79.95.

The Oliva Elite 8 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife and the San Moritz Elite 10 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife are made in Solingen, Germany, while the Overland Chef 8 Inch Chef's Knife is made in Maniago, Italy. The blade steel for the Adventure Chef Folding 6 Inch Chef's Knife is from Germany, with the assembly taking place in China.

The blades of these knives feature EDGE GEOMETRY ranging from 15° Elite to 16°, with the handles made of materials such as Italian Olive Wood, Polyoxymethylene, Ultra-Tough Canvas Micarta, and Carbonized Maple.

Serious cooks rely on CARBON STEEL for blades that always perform at their best. The Messermeister knives feature an extra-wide double bevel and a 15-degree edge, with an intricate blade grind creating a "crowned" spine and a reinforced tip for razor-like performance.

These all-purpose knives have a compact, fine-edge blade and an offset handle to facilitate trimming, peeling, and slicing of produce, as well as chopping garlic and ginger.

Crafted from Bohler K110 high carbon steel, these blades surpass stainless alloys in hardness and durability, maintaining their edge for extended periods. A ceramic stonewash finish enhances stain resistance and provides a unique look.

For proper care, Messermeister recommends hand washing and thoroughly drying the knives, avoiding the dishwasher. Cleaning immediately, especially after cutting salty or acidic foods, and regularly applying a light coat of mineral oil or cooking oil using a paper towel, is also advised.

Founded in 1981, Messermeister is a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted kitchen cutlery. Today, the family and women-owned company continues to bring innovation and creativity to kitchens around the world.

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