A chefs knife is defined by balance and control.Built for cooks who want reach, control, and confidence on the board. The Messermeister Oliva Elite Chefs Knife 23 cm offers extra blade length for larger prep, yet it still feels light and responsive. As a result, it handles chopping, slicing, and mincing with smooth, controlled movement.Crafted with traditional precisionAt the heart of the Oliva Elit collection is skilled craftsmanship. Messermeister shapes each handle from richly figured Mediterranean olive wood, which provides a warm feel and secure grip. At the same time, artisans forge the blade, bolster, and tang as a single piece from premium German stainless steel. This construction gives the knife strength, balance, and stability in use.Because technique matters, craftspeople hot drop forge each blade by hand in Solingen using time-honoured methods refined over generations. Consequently, the hand-finished 15-degree Elite edge delivers clean cuts and reliable sharpness. Meanwhile, the satin-finished grind supports smooth slicing across vegetables, herbs, and proteins.Equally important, the broad chefs knife profile tapers gently to a fine point. This shape allows for rocking, push cutting, and long slicing strokes. In addition, the longer edge helps you work through larger ingredients with fewer passes and greater control.Features:Fully forged one-piece blade, bolster, and tang constructionPremium Thyssen Krupp 1.4116 German stainless steelHand-sharpened 15-degree Elite edgeBroad chefs knife blade with tapered tipSatin finished, hand-finished blade surfaceErgonomic olive wood handle with natural grain variationBlade length 23 cmBlade width 5.1 cmSpine thickness 0.3 cmHandle length 14.4 cmRockwell hardness 58 HRCAmbidextrous designHandcrafted in Solingen, GermanyDesigned for chefs who want a single knife that can handle nearly every task, the Oliva Elite Chefs Knife 23 cm combines reach, refined balance, and lasting performance in one exceptional tool.Please note:Due to these being made from natural materials, each piece is unique and colour and grains will vary from the images shown.