Messermeister Overland Chef 8 Knife - Nitro Cobalt Steel, Canvas Micarta Handle & Bottle Opener

Messermeister, a California-based brand with German heritage, sources the world to find the very best manufacturing quality. Located in Ojai, California, the company ("messer" meaning knife and "meister" meaning master in German) is committed to creating the highest quality products that balance performance with respect for the environment.

Messermeister uses production processes that minimize and recycle waste, aligning with their "Earth First" philosophy. 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 exceptional knives, including the Oliva Elite 8-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, the Meridian Elite 9-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, the Overland Chef 8-Inch Chef's Knife, and the Adventure Chef Folding 6-Inch Chef's Knife.

The Oliva Elite 8-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, made in Solingen, Germany, features a 15-degree Elite edge geometry and an Italian Olive Wood handle. The Meridian Elite 9-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife, also made in Solingen, Germany, boasts a 15-degree Elite edge geometry and a Polyoxymethylene handle.

The Overland Chef 8-Inch Chef's Knife, handcrafted in Maniago, Italy, has a 16-degree edge and an ultra-tough canvas Micarta handle, complete with a hidden bottle opener in the butt of the handle. The Adventure Chef Folding 6-Inch Chef's Knife, with a blade made in Germany and assembly in China, features a 16-degree edge and a Carbonized Maple handle.

Customers have provided overwhelmingly positive reviews for these products, with the Oliva Elite 8-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 113 customers, the Meridian Elite 9-Inch Stealth Chef's Knife rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12 customers, the Overland Chef 8-Inch Chef's Knife rated 5.0 out of 5 stars by 2 customers, and the Adventure Chef Folding 6-Inch Chef's Knife rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 18 customers.

The Overland Chef knives, in particular, are built to be rugged and versatile, designed for any task around the campsite. The 16-degree edge on the chef's knife can be used to cut, chop, slice, and dice all firm and soft fruits, vegetables, and meats, with the 60/40 blade grind moving weight over the cutting edge and the ballistic clip point adding tip strength.

Messermeister's commitment to quality and innovation is evident in their use of nitro cobalt steel, which helps the knives maintain a super-sharp edge and are easy to care for. The company's journey began in 1981, and today, as a family and women-owned business, Messermeister continues to bring innovation and creativity to kitchens around the world.

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