Messermeister Oliva Bread Knife, 9″

<p><meta charset="utf-8"><span data-mce-fragment="1">The Messermeister Oliva Elite 9" Bread Knife has a scalloped edge with a gentle camber. Serrations on this knife's scalloped edge produce smooth, clean and precise cuts whether you're slicing bread or soft-skinned fruits and vegetables. Slice through breads with fewer crumbs and minimal compression; cut perfectly thin slices of ripe summer tomatoes with no tearing.</span></p> <p></p> <ul> <li>The German 1.4116 stainless carbon alloy blade resists stains and corrosion, exhibits toughness and durability, holds its edge retention, and is easy to re-sharpen to a razor-like edge.</li> <li>This knife line is one-piece, hot-drop hammer forged, which produces the strongest blade from heel to tip. The blades are heat treated and cooled to achieve a Rockwell of 57-58.</li> <li>The three-step, 15 Elite edge is hand stropped on a cloth wheel, creating the sharpest possible cutting surface on an edged tool.</li> <li>The bolsterless heel simplifies all cutting, sharpening and honing tasks, making use of the entire blade from heel to tip.</li> <li>Handcrafted in the historic cutlery capital of Solingen, Germany.</li> <li>100% Messermeister quality</li> </ul> <p></p> <ul> <li>Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.</li> <li>Do not place in dishwasher.</li> <li>Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.</li> <li>Oil the wood handle as needed with food-safe mineral oil.</li> </ul>