What you should know about flatware

Terminology, Material, Design

Flatware as it is used today, has only been in existence since the end of the 18th century. While individual items such as knives, forks and spoons are much older, they didn´t come in complete sets until the well-set table became a form of expression of particular lifestyle and culture.

The aim of ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS has always been to reflect Zeitgeist as well as producing flatware that does not date. Whether fine ornamental decoration or classically simple design, all ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS flatware conveys beauty and indi- viduality. By the perfect combination of form and functionality, they contribute to the appearance of an attractively set dining table.

Our flatware combines workmanship of the highest quality with durability and functionality. The table knives have outstanding cutting ability , thus following the tradition of ZWILLING
J.A. HENCKELS as a flatware manufacturer.

All you need to know about flatware can be found in the following pages - why ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS products are of outstanding quality, how variations in quality arise and what effect they have.