Messermeister Meridian Elite 6-inch Chef's Knife

A 6-inch chef’s knife suits lighter tasks and smaller hands, by Messermeister’s description, and on a small cutting board or in a galley kitchen it is easier to steer than a longer blade. The Meridian Elite version does the same chopping and mincing as its larger siblings, moving quickly through a shallot or a bunch of parsley.

The shorter length puts the tip close to your hand, which gives fine control when you dice a pepper or trim a chicken breast. Many cooks keep one beside an 8-inch as a second chef’s knife for quick jobs, and it is a practical size for a dorm room, an RV or anyone who cooks for one or two. It also makes a reassuring first knife for a teenager learning to cook, since the smaller blade feels less intimidating in an inexperienced hand.

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The Meridian Elite 8-inch Chef’s Knife is the all-purpose length. For a shorter blade with a narrower shape, see the 6-inch Utility Knife.

SKU: E/3686-6

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Regular Price: $139.95

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Specifications

Model: E/3686-6
Series: Meridian Elite
Type: Chef’s knife
Blade length: 6 inches nominal; 6.18 inches (157mm) measured
Blade height: 1.61 inches (41mm)
Spine thickness: 2.5mm
Edge type: Plain
Steel: Thyssen-Krupp 1.4116 German stainless steel
Hardness: 58 HRC, per Messermeister
Construction: Hot-drop hammer-forged from a single billet; full tang; bolsterless heel
Edge: 15° Elite edge, hand finished in three stages; flat grind; ambidextrous
Handle: Polyoxymethylene (POM), triple-riveted
Made in: Solingen, Germany
Warranty: Messermeister Knife for Life warranty against defects in material and workmanship

Meridian Elite Knives Compared

Knife	Blade	Edge	Best for
Spear Point Paring Knife	3.5 in.	Plain	Peeling, trimming
Sheep’s Foot Paring Knife	3.5 in.	Plain	Board work, garnish
Spear Point Paring Knife	4 in.	Plain	Paring with extra reach
Utility Knife	6 in.	Plain	Sandwiches, small produce
Stiff Boning Knife	6 in.	Plain	Poultry, trimming meat
Heavy Cleaver	6 in.	Plain	Joints, bones, squash
Chef’s Knife	6 in.	Plain	Small hands, light prep
Kullens Santoku	7 in.	Kullens (granton)	Push cuts, vegetables
Kullens Vegetable Knife	7 in.	Kullens (granton)	Bulk vegetable prep
Chef’s Knife	8 in.	Plain	All-purpose
Chef’s Knife	9 in.	Plain	Longer all-purpose
Chef’s Knife	10 in.	Plain	Volume prep
Kullens Carving Knife	8 in.	Kullens (granton)	Poultry, roasts
Kullens Slicer	10 in.	Kullens (granton)	Brisket, large roasts
Round-Tip Kullens Slicer	10 in.	Kullens (granton)	Ham, smoked meats
Offset Scalloped Bread Knife	8 in.	Scalloped	Bread, sandwiches
Scalloped Bread Knife	9 in.	Scalloped	Crusty loaves, cakes

For how each shape is used, see our Kitchen Knife Shapes guide.

Care

Messermeister knives are not dishwasher safe. Hand wash with warm water and a mild detergent, then rinse and dry immediately, and clean the blade right away after cutting acidic or salty foods such as tomatoes, citrus or vinegar-based items. Hone regularly to keep the 15° edge aligned.

Additional Info

Blade Length (Inches)	6 in.
Blade Length (mm)	No
Blade Width (inches)	No
Grind	Straight Edge
Steel Type	1.4116
Rockwell Hardness	57-58
Stainless	Yes
Handle Material	No
Spine Thickness (mm)	No
Brand	Messermeister
Country of Manufacture	Germany
SKU	E/3686-6
Manufacturer's Part Number	E/3686-6
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$156.50

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