J. A. Henckels
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Zwilling (Twin) J.A. Henckels is a knife maker based in Solingen, Germany. Zwilling is German for Gemini, the astrological sign the company was founded under in 1731.
Zwilling J.A. Henckels was founded in Solingen, Germany in 1731 and celebrated its 275th anniversary in 2006. The Zwilling (TWIN) trademark is one of the world's oldest. Today, Henckels products are sold in over 100 countries. The company has introduced several innovations over the years that can be found in its products such as its exclusive high-carbon, no-stain steel, SIGMAFORGE manufacturing and FRIODUR ice hardening for knives in its premium series.
The company has two distinct brands. The Zwilling J.A. Henckels brand is known as "The Premium Brand," with products that are mainly made in Germany (mostly high-end forged blades) or Spain (for mid-range knives, forged or stamped). J.A. Henckels International is "The Value Brand" division of Zwilling J.A. Henckels that produces less costly (mostly stamped blade) knives, often made in China or Taiwan.
In addition to knives, Henckels makes poultry and craft scissors, kitchen gadgets, cookware, pocket and sporting knives and manicure tools.
Until recently, they also manufactured straight razors, with both stainless steel and high-carbon steel blades, Zwilling J.A. Henckels is affiliated with Tweezerman, International.
[edit] Zwilling J.A. Henckels Product Line
- TWIN Cermax M66
- TWIN Select
- TWIN Cuisine
- TWIN Five Star
- TWIN Four Star II
- TWIN Four Star
- TWIN Professional S
- TWIN Gourmet
- TWIN Signature
- TWIN Grip
- TWIN Fin
- TWIN L scissors
- TWIN Cuisine gadgets and tools
- SUPERFECTION Classic scissors
- TWIN Manicure
- TWIN Flatware
[edit] J.A. Henckels International Product Line
- Classic
- Forged Synergy
- Fine Edge Pro
- Fine Edge Synergy
- Eversharp Pro
- Everedge Plus
- Everedge
- Premiere Series flatware
- Classic Clad cookware
