Messermeister Oliva Elite Carving Set (8″ Knife & 6″ Fork) | TRUE Shift Heirloom German Steel

Carve with precision. Skip plastic grinders.

This TRUE Shift–approved carving set includes an 8″ hollow-edge (Kullenschliff) carving knife and a 6″ straight carving fork, both crafted with drop-forged Tyssen‑Krupp 1.4116 German stainless steel and accented by ultra-smooth Mediterranean olive wood handles. Handmade in Solingen, Germany, this elegant duo is engineered for effortless slicing—gliding through roasts, turkey, or tenderloin with minimal friction thanks to the Kullenschliff blade. Designed to last generations with heirloom durability.

Why TRUE Shift Recommends This Carving Set

✔️ Precision-crafted from solid German stainless steel—no plastic parts involved. 
✔️ Kullenschliff (hollow-ground) blade reduces drag and slicing resistance. 
✔️ Ergonomic, warm olive wood handles—natural oil‑rich, water‑resistant, and beautifully balanced.
✔️ Lifetime warranty on the grinding mechanism and robust construction mean fewer replacements over time.

Made for Mindful Slicing & Sustainable Entertaining

• Ideal for carving proteins—beef, lamb, poultry—with precision and zero waste.
• Eliminates need for disposable plastic carving blades or cheap tools.
• Elevate every meal and gathering with utensils that combine craft and intention.

Overall Sustainability Score

Sustainability Score: 9.3/10

✔️ Fully permanent materials: stainless steel blade + olive wood handle.

✔️ No plastics, adhesives, or petrochemical finishes.

✔️ Built to last decades—reduces consumable and disposable tool waste.

Care & Longevity Tips

• Hand-wash only; dry immediately to preserve olive wood and prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally treat the handle with food-grade mineral or wood oil.
• Sharpen and hone regularly to maintain the hollow edge’s clean glide.
• Not dishwasher-safe—handle with care and attention.

What People Are Saying

From Serious Eats:

“The Messermeister Oliva Elite carving set glides through roasts with precision—the kullens dramatically reduce sticking.” 

From r/chefknives:

“It is a very nice knife… the blade is thin… well made. But the edge isn’t perfect on some—they’re easy to sharpen.”