All About Zwilling – The German Maker of Knives, Cookware & Accessories

On June 13, 1731, in Solingen, Germany, sword-smith Peter Henckels registered his workshop’s “Twin” logo with the local Cutlers’ Guild. Nearly 290 years later, that Gemini emblem still graces all Zwilling products—one of the world’s oldest trademarks.

The Recipe for Zwilling’s Success

• Premium “Ingredients”: Zwilling’s exclusive “ZWILLING Sonderschmelze” steel blend (high carbon, high chromium) forms the basis of its knives.
• Precision Forging: SIGMAFORGE® knives are drop-forged from a single steel billet for perfect geometry, stability & flexibility.
• Cryogenic Hardening: FRIODUR® cooling in liquid nitrogen creates exceptionally fine, corrosion-resistant edges.
• Ergonomic Elegance: Thoughtful handle design and refined finishes make cooking both safe and enjoyable.

Price & Value

Zwilling knives range from ~€7 to over €400—an investment in professional-grade durability, comfort, razor-sharp precision, and lifetime reliability.

Top Zwilling Product Categories

1. Knives & Scissors: Chef’s knives, parers, boners, serrated blades, kitchen shears—many in SIGMAFORGE® & FRIODUR®.
2. Cookware: Multi-layer stainless steel pots, skillets, woks & pressure cookers—induction-ready with superior heat conduction.
3. Cutlery: 18/10 polished stainless forks, spoons & specialty children’s sets in playful designs.
4. Utensils & Accessories: Cutting boards, sharpening steels, knife blocks, wine tools, strainers, peelers and more.
5. Vacuum System: FRESH & SAVE vacuum-sealer extends freshness up to 5×, reduces waste & saves space.
6. Small Appliances: Toasters, blenders, electric kettles—engineered for performance and style.
7. Zwilling Beauty: Premium manicure, pedicure & hairstyling tools from its Tweezerman & Tondeo acquisitions.

Key Milestones in Zwilling’s History

• 1731 – Gemini logo registered in Solingen
• 1855 – Top award at Paris World’s Fair
• 1939 – Patent for FRIODUR® cryogenic hardening
• 1976 – Launch of iconic FOUR STAR knife series
• 2008 – Acquisitions: Staub (French cast iron), Demeyere (Belgian stainless cookware)
• 2018 – Zwilling Culinary World concept store opens in Shanghai

The Zwilling “Family” of Brands

• Zwilling J.A. Henckels: Core brand of knives, cookware & cutlery.
• Staub: Premium enameled cast-iron cocottes & bakeware from France.
• Demeyere: High-performance stainless steel cookware optimized by cooking method.
• Miyabi: Japanese-German fusion knives forged in Seki, Japan.
• Ballarini: Italian nonstick pans with over 130 years of heritage.
• Henckels: More accessible knife lines for beginners.

Today, Zwilling products are sold in 146+ countries, cherished by home cooks and chefs alike for nearly three centuries of uncompromising quality and innovation.