Messermeister Oliva Elite 5.5 Cheese & Tomato Knife

Messermeister, a California-based company with German heritage, is dedicated to sourcing the world's finest manufacturing quality. Located in Ojai, California, the brand ("messer" meaning knife and "meister" meaning master in German) is committed to creating high-quality products that balance performance with respect for the environment.

Now led by founder Bernd Dressler's wife Debra and daughters Kirsten and Chelcea, Messermeister is the only fully women-owned and operated knife company in the world. The brand's production processes minimize and repurpose waste, reflecting its "Earth First" goal.

The Oliva Elite 8 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, Meridian Elite 9 Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, Overland Chef 8 Inch Chef's Knife, and Adventure Chef Folding 6 Inch Chef's Knife are among Messermeister's premium offerings. The Oliva Elite features a blade, bolster, and tang forged in one piece from hot-drop hammer forged German 1.4116 steel alloy, providing a sharp and easy-to-maintain edge. The natural Mediterranean olive wood handle offers a secure, ergonomic grip and unsurpassed balance.

The Meridian Elite boasts a 15-degree Elite edge geometry, while the Overland Chef features a 16-degree edge. The Adventure Chef Folding knife has a 15-degree blade. These precise edge angles ensure exceptional cutting performance.

The Meridian Elite's handle is made of durable Polyoxymethylene, and the Overland Chef's handle is crafted from ultra-tough Canvas Micarta. The Adventure Chef Folding knife features a carbonized maple handle.

Messermeister's commitment to quality is reflected in its products' customer reviews. The Oliva Elite has a 4.6 out of 5-star rating from 113 reviews, the Meridian Elite has a 4.8 out of 5-star rating from 12 reviews, the Overland Chef has a perfect 5.0 out of 5-star rating from 2 reviews, and the Adventure Chef Folding knife has a 4.0 out of 5-star rating from 17 reviews.

Founded in 1981, Messermeister is a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted kitchen cutlery. The family and women-owned company continues to bring innovation and creativity to kitchens around the world, with a focus on balancing performance and environmental responsibility.

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