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−20%Avanta Pakkawood 4 Piece Fine Edge Steak Knife Set
Sale price€ 63,95Regular price€ 79,98
−20%Oliva Luxe 20cm Chef Knife
Sale price€ 107,93Regular price€ 134,98
−20%Oliva Elite 16,5cm Nakiri
Sale price€ 119,97Regular price€ 149,92
Next Level Magnetic Knife Block
€ 99,95
Edge-Guard 20cm Chef's
€ 9,95
Meridian Elite 20cm Chef's Knife
€ 144,95
Pro Series 20cm Chef's Knife
€ 49,95
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Custom 20cm Chef's Knife
€ 114,95
Sold outOverland 20cm Chef's Knife
€ 249,95
Bennie Kendrick 20cm Bbq Knife
€ 89,95
Carbon 20cm Bunka Chef's
€ 229,95
Blacksmith 16,5cm Santoku Knife
€ 189,95
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€ 99,95
Custom 18cm Santoku Knife
€ 114,95
Future 16,5cm Santoku Chef Knife
€ 49,95
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Oliva Elite 16,5cm Nakiri
Sale price€ 119,97Regular price€ 149,92 
−20%Oliva Elite Kullens Santoku Knife - 18 cm
Sale price€ 159,96Regular price€ 199,95
−20%Oliva Luxe 16,5cm Santoku
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−20%Oliva Luxe 3 Piece Starter Set
Sale price€ 255,85Regular price€ 319,86
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Adventure Chef Set Maple 3 Pcs
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Avanta Pakkawood 4 Piece Fine Edge Steak Knife Set
Sale price€ 63,95Regular price€ 79,98 
−20%Avanta 4 Piece Steak Knife Set
Sale price€ 63,95Regular price€ 79,98
Find your collection
Every Messermeister collection pairs its own steel with its own handle. Compare where each one is made and what it is made of.
All collections
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Oliva Elite28 products
- Made in
- Solingen, Germany
- Handle
- Olive wood
- Steel
- X50CrMoV15 (1.4116)
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Meridian Elite16 products
- Made in
- Solingen, Germany
- Handle
- POM polymer
- Steel
- X50CrMoV15 (1.4116), 57–58 HRC
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Blacksmith7 products
- Made in
- Solingen, Germany
- Handle
- Ebony pakkawood
- Steel
- X50CrMoV15 (1.4116)
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Custom11 products
- Made in
- Solingen, Germany
- Handle
- Linen micarta
- Steel
- X50CrMoV15 (1.4116)
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Carbon Steel7 products
- Made in
- Italy
- Handle
- Reclaimed wood and resin
- Steel
- K110
Why cooks choose Messermeister
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German craftsmanship
Our German Collections come from Solingen, Germany's city of blades, where most are drop forged the traditional way.
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Sharp from the first cut
Thin, polished edges that glide through tomatoes and onions straight out of the box.
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Guaranteed for life
Every Messermeister product is guaranteed against defects in materials and craftsmanship.
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Free shipping from € 100
Order before 12:00 on a weekday and we ship the same day from our European warehouse.
A family of knifemakers since 1981
In 1981 Bernd and Debra Dressler started importing German and Japanese knives in California. Four years later they introduced a knife of their own design under the name Messermeister, German for knife master. More than forty years on, it is still a family company.
- 1981 Bernd and Debra Dressler start importing German and Japanese knives in California.
- 1984 Debut at the Gourmet Housewares Show in San Francisco.
- 1985 The first knife of their own design, and a new company name: Messermeister.
- 1986 The company moves to Ojai, California, where it is still based.
- Today Messermeister Europe ships the full range across Europe from the Netherlands.
Meridian Elite 20cm Chef's Knife
23 reviews€ 144,95
The Messermeister Meridian Elite 8 Inch Chef's Knife is the workhorse in every kitchen. You'll gravitate towards this knife and find yourself using it for 90% of all your cutting tasks. It has an industrial strength polyoxymethylene or “POM” handle. The hand forged...
- Lifetime guarantee against defects
- Order before 12:00 on weekdays, shipped the same day
- 14 days to return unused items
What customers say
4.8 / 5
Based on 3,578 reviews
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A great and functional knife.
I love this knife. It has the square shape of the naikiri, but the added tip gives it extra function and reach - say for cutting broccoli stems off. It's balanced and feels good in the hand.
Verified buyer 
Oliva Elite 16,5cm Nakiri
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Avanta 4pcs knife set
These knives came quickly and very sharp right out of the box. I looked at several different pair before ordering the Avanta. For looks, performance and price they can't be beat!
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Avanta Pakkawood 4 Piece Fine Edge Steak Knife Set
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Great Knives
I have been using the Avanta Steak knives for 4 years. They are great, cut well and keep their sharpness. If you look after them, they seem to last forever.
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Great knife.
Love my knife. Perfect for cutting my vegetables. Love the feel of it in my hand. Quality is top notch!!
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Oliva Elite 16,5cm Nakiri
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Exactly as described. Very useful
Exactly as described. Very useful inside and for outside cooking.
Verified buyer 
Bennie Kendrick 20cm Bbq Knife
Not sure which knife to choose?
Start with what you cook most. We'll point you to the knife that does that job best.
What do you cut most?
A santoku or nakiri
Their wide, flat blades chop straight down through vegetables and carry them to the pan. A nakiri is made for vegetables only; a santoku also handles meat and fish.
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Blacksmith 16,5cm Santoku Knife
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Custom 18cm Santoku Knife
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Future 16,5cm Santoku Chef Knife
€ 49,95
A carving or boning knife
A long, narrow carving knife slices a roast in one clean stroke. A boning knife works around joints and removes sinew.
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−20%Avanta 2 Piece Pakkawood Kullenschliff Carving Set
Sale price€ 55,96Regular price€ 69,94
−20%Avanta 6 Piece Bbq Knife Set
Sale price€ 159,96Regular price€ 199,95
A fillet or boning knife
A thin, flexible blade follows the bones and lifts fillets off cleanly, without tearing the flesh.
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Pro Series 20cm Breaking Knife
€ 34,94
A serrated bread knife
The serrated edge bites through a hard crust without crushing the soft crumb inside. It also handles tomatoes and citrus.
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−20%Oliva Luxe 23cm Breadknife
Sale price€ 119,97Regular price€ 149,98
Custom 20cm Offset Breadknife
€ 99,95
Future 31cm Breadknife
€ 79,96
Questions before you order
Can't find your answer? Email us and we'll help you choose.
info@messermeister-europe.comWhich knife should I buy first?
A chef's knife of 18 to 20 cm. It handles most kitchen jobs, from chopping onions to slicing meat. If you mostly cut vegetables, a santoku is a good alternative.
Can my knife go in the dishwasher?
No. Heat, detergent and other cutlery dull the edge and can damage the handle. Wash your knife by hand with warm water and a little soap, and dry it straight away.
How do I keep my knife sharp?
Run your knife over a honing rod every few uses to straighten the edge. When honing no longer brings back the sharpness, sharpen it on a whetstone or have it sharpened professionally.
How quickly will my order arrive?
Orders placed before 12:00 (CET) on weekdays are processed the same day. Delivery usually takes 1 to 5 working days, depending on your country. Shipping is free on orders over € 100.
Can I return my order?
Yes. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of purchase. Fill in the return form and send the package with tracking. Shipping costs are not refunded.
What does the lifetime guarantee cover?
All Messermeister products are guaranteed against defects in materials and craftsmanship. Normal wear and damage from use other than intended are not covered.