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Details
Specifications
- Model: E/6688-8K
- Series: Oliva Elite
- Type: Carving knife
- Blade length: 8 inches nominal; 8.27 inches (210mm) measured
- Blade height: 1.26 inches (32mm)
- Spine thickness: 2.2mm
- Edge type: Kullens (granton) hollows
- Steel: Thyssen-Krupp 1.4116 German stainless steel
- Hardness: 58 HRC, per Messermeister
- Construction: Hot-drop hammer-forged from a single billet, per Messermeister’s catalog; forged bolster
- Edge: 15°, hand finished in three stages; flat grind; ambidextrous
- Handle: Mediterranean olive wood, hand-finished
- Made in: Solingen, Germany
- Warranty: Messermeister Knife for Life warranty against defects in material and workmanship
Oliva Elite Knives Compared
| Knife | Blade | Edge | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spear Point Paring Knife | 3.5 in. | Plain | Peeling, coring |
| Cheese & Tomato Knife | 5 in. | Serrated, forked tip | Soft cheese, tomatoes |
| Utility Knife | 6 in. | Plain | Trimming, small prep |
| Reverse Scalloped Utility Knife | 6 in. | Reverse scalloped | Citrus, baguettes, charcuterie |
| Boning Knife | 6 in. | Plain | Deboning, trimming fat |
| Chef’s Knife | 6 in. | Plain | Small hands, tight spaces |
| Nakiri | 6.5 in. | Plain | Push cuts through vegetables |
| O.T. Prep Knife | 6.5 in. | Plain | Everyday prep |
| Kullens Santoku | 7 in. | Kullens (granton) | Chopping, dicing |
| Stealth Chef’s Knife | 8 in. | Plain | All-purpose |
| Stealth Chef’s Knife | 9 in. | Plain | Longer all-purpose |
| Stealth Chef’s Knife | 10 in. | Plain | Melons, roasts, volume prep |
| Kullens Carving Knife | 8 in. | Kullens (granton) | Turkey, roast beef, ham |
| Offset Scalloped Bread Knife | 8 in. | Scalloped | Bread, pastries, citrus |
| Scalloped Bread Knife | 9 in. | Scalloped | Crusty bread, 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 dry immediately, and clean the blade right away after cutting acidic or salty foods. Messermeister recommends a light coat of food-safe mineral oil or wood cream on the olive wood handle every few weeks.
Additional Info
| Blade Length (Inches) | 8 in. |
|---|---|
| Blade Length (mm) | 200 mm |
| Blade Width (inches) | No |
| Grind | Granton/Kullenschliff |
| Steel Type | 1.4116 |
| Rockwell Hardness | 57-58 |
| Stainless | Yes |
| Handle Material | Mediterranean Olive Wood |
| Spine Thickness (mm) | No |
| Brand | Messermeister |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
| SKU | E/6688-8K |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | E/6688-8K |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $237.50 |
