Description
Messermeister Oliva Elite 16.5 cm Nakiri – Japanese vegetable knife
The Messermeister Oliva Elite 16.5 cm Nakiri is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife for precise work in the kitchen. Its straight blade and thin profile make it well suited to slicing, chopping and dividing vegetables. You get clean, precise cuts without crushing the ingredients.
The knife is hand-forged in Solingen, Germany, from German 1.4116 stainless steel, known for its durability, corrosion resistance and ability to stay sharp. It is bolsterless, so you have control and can use and sharpen the whole blade. The edge is hand-sharpened to 15° (Elite edge). The handle is made of Italian olive wood and gives a natural, comfortable grip.
Features
- Blade length: 16.5 cm
- Material: German 1.4116 stainless steel
- Hand-sharpened 15° Elite edge
- Bolsterless – easy sharpening and the whole blade can be used
- Rockwell hardness: 57–58
- Italian olive wood handle
- Hand-forged in Solingen, Germany
Care
- Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent, and dry the knife immediately
- Do not put the knife in the dishwasher
- Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus
- Oil the wooden handle regularly with food-safe oil
Frequently asked questions about the Messermeister Oliva Elite Nakiri
What is a nakiri used for?
A nakiri is a Japanese vegetable knife. The straight blade meets the cutting board along the whole edge, so you cut right through vegetables in one stroke.
Is the knife dishwasher safe?
No. Wash it by hand and dry it immediately.
What is the edge angle?
The edge is hand-sharpened to 15°. An angle guide makes it easier to hold the right angle when you sharpen it yourself.
How hard is the steel?
The Rockwell hardness is 57–58.
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