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The Meridian Elite 3.5” Spear Point Paring Knife is your go-to for intricate kitchen tasks. Its narrow tip offers total control for coring strawberries, peeling apples, or mincing garlic. Made from premium German stainless steel, it holds a razor edge and fits snugly in hand for fatigue-free finesse. Whether you're prepping fruit or plating garnishes, this small blade punches way above its size.
Behind the Build: Product Specs
Origin
Handcrafted in Solingen, Germany
Overall
Length: 7.75 in | 197 mm
Blade Type
The symmetrical blade design ensures a sharp, controlled cut from either side, which is particularly helpful when you need to have fine control for detailed work.
Width: 0.79 in | 20 mm
Length: 3.5 in | 89 mm
Thickness at spine: 2.0 mm
Handle
Width (including bolster): 4.25 in | 108 mm
Tasks
A specialized knife designed for precision cutting and paring tasks. a spear point blade, which is characterized by its symmetrical shape, tapering to a sharp point at the center of the blade.
Care
Do not place in dishwasher… Seriously, don’t even think about it!
Hand-wash only with warm water and a mild detergent; rise and dry immediately
Clean the blade right away after slicing acidic or salty foods like tomatoes, citrus and vinegar based items
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Overall rating: 4.78125 / 5 from 32 reviews.
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Perfect feel
"Prefect feel in my hand. The weight, the fit, very comfortable and easy handing. Excellent sharpness. I’ll enjoy this knife for years to come. Ladywinemaker"
— T P. (5/5)
Love it
"Great knife!"
— Shem B. (5/5)
Great
"I mean, it's a Messermeister paring knife - what's not to love?"
— Anthony D. (5/5)
Leslie’s dream
"Best knives ever!"
— Joe A. (5/5)
Excellent Knives!
"Excellent Knives!"
— Shannon W. (5/5)
Love the feel and size
"Love the feel and size of this knife. The newest addition to my collection. As a professional chef I use my knives every day and need the highest quality equipment. I am replacing all my knives with the Meridian Elite series."
— Don W. (5/5)
Great knife!
"Great knife!"
— Walter P. (5/5)
Lost mine in culinary school
"Lost mine in culinary school year 2008. Finally spent the money to get a new one and love it! Now time to get a new chefs knife as mine is old AF!"
— Marcos R. (5/5)
I have a full set
"I have a full set of the Messermeister Meridian knives and am impressed with the quality, sharpness and their amazing ability to hold an edge. These knives are a tribute to the famous quality of German cutlery."
— Joseph K. (5/5)
Arrived in good time and
"Arrived in good time and is the exact replacement of the previous knife. Perfectly sharp and exactly what I need."
— Louis E. (5/5)
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