Messermeister Meridian Elite 8 Chef's Knife - German Steel Alloy Blade, Rust Resistant & Easy Care

Messermeister, a California-based brand with German heritage, is located in Ojai, California. The company, meaning "knife" and "master" in German, sources the world to find the highest manufacturing quality. Messermeister's production processes minimize and reuse waste, aiming to create the best 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 offers a range of high-quality chef's knives, including 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 the Adventure Chef Folding 6-Inch Chef's Knife.

The Meridian Elite 9-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, handcrafted in Solingen, Germany, defines tradition with its triple-rivet, full-exposed tang series. This knife is one piece, hot-drop hammer forged for a sharper blade and includes a polyoxymethylene (POM) handle for comfort and durability.

The smooth, fine edges of the Meridian Elite chef's knife can be used for cutting, chopping, slicing, and dicing all firm and soft fruits, vegetables, meats, and fish. The 15-degree blades are handcrafted from German 1.4116 steel alloy, ensuring the knives are sharp, rust-resistant, and easy to maintain. The bolsterless heel simplifies all cutting, sharpening, and honing tasks, allowing for the use of the entire blade.

The Oliva Elite 8-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, also handcrafted in Solingen, Germany, features the same high-quality construction as the Meridian Elite. The Overland Chef 8-Inch Chef's Knife, on the other hand, is made in Maniago, Italy, with a blade steel from Germany and assembly in China. It has a 16-degree edge geometry and an ultra-tough canvas micarta handle.

The Adventure Chef Folding 6-Inch Chef's Knife is the most affordable option in the lineup, priced at $79.95. This knife is made in China, with the blade steel sourced from Germany and a carbonized maple handle.

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. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and design, Messermeister offers a range of exceptional chef's knives that cater to the needs of both professional and home cooks.

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