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The Oliva Elite 3-Piece Starter Set delivers pro-level performance with a luxe aesthetic. It includes a razor-sharp 8” chef’s knife, a nimble 6” utility knife, and a 3.5” paring knife—all crafted from premium German stainless steel and hand-polished olive wood. This essential trio handles everything from prepping herbs to slicing proteins. Whether you’re a new cook or refining your toolkit, this set is your foundation for elevated everyday cooking.
Behind the Build: Product Specs
Origin
Handcrafted in Solingen, Germany
Overall
Length: 13.78 in | 350 mm
Blade Type
The chef's knife has a curved, wide blade for versatile tasks, the paring knife a small, straight blade for precision, and the utility knife a mid-sized blade for flexibility.
Blade
Tyissen-Krupp 1.4116
Satin
Hand Finished 3-Stage
Various
15º
58 HRC
Ambidextrous
Handle
Mediterranean Olive Wood
Blade
Width: 1.38 in | 35 mm
Length: 8 in | 203 mm
Thickness at spine: 3.0 mm
Handle
Width (including bolster): 5.79 in | 144 mm
Tasks
The chef's knife is for chopping and slicing, the paring knife for peeling and detail work, and the utility knife for medium tasks like cutting sandwiches or fruit.
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
For wood handles: Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil or wood cream every few weeks
