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Messermeister Oliva Elite 8-inch Stealth Chef's Knife

Messermeister Oliva Elite 8-inch Stealth Chef's Knife

Messermeister calls the 8-inch Stealth the Oliva Elite chef’s knife, a blade made thinner and lighter than a traditional Western chef’s knife. Less steel behind the edge means it slides through an onion or a sweet potato with less wedging, and the lighter weight is easier on the wrist through a long prep session.

The handle is shaped from olive wood, and no two handles carry the same grain, which is why many buyers choose Oliva Elite as a gift. Messermeister describes the handle as ergonomically crafted for comfort during extended prep, and the warm wood gives a sure grip when your hands are damp. At 8 inches, it is the length that suits the widest range of cooks, from culinary students to experienced home cooks, and it is the knife to start an Oliva Elite collection with.

Other Stealth Lengths

The 9-inch and 10-inch Stealth knives add reach. The Chef & Parer Set adds a matching paring knife.

SKU: E/6686-8S

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Specifications

Model: E/6686-8S
Series: Oliva Elite
Type: Stealth chef’s knife
Blade length: 8 inches (203mm)
Blade height: 1.93 inches (49mm)
Spine thickness: 3.0mm
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, per Messermeister’s catalog; forged bolster
Edge: 15°, hand finished in three stages; full hollow 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)	210 mm
Blade Width (inches)	No
Grind	50/50 Bevel
Steel Type	1.4116
Rockwell Hardness	57-58
Stainless	Yes
Handle Material	Mediterranean Olive Wood
Spine Thickness (mm)	2.5
Brand	Messermeister
Country of Manufacture	Germany
SKU	E/6686-8S
Manufacturer's Part Number	E/6686-8S
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$237.50

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