The History of Wüsthof Knives
Learn more about the history behind this iconic knife brand.
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Established in 1814, Wüsthof has been a family business for seven generations. In 2014, Wüsthofcelebrated its 200th anniversary as a company. With a current range of more than 350 types of forged knives with the "Made in Germany/Solingen" hallmark, Wüsthof has become one of the leading manufacturers of quality knives around the world. Read more below to learn about the history of the iconic brand and the limited-edition Wüsthof Anniversary knife set.
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History of Wüsthof
In the small town of Solingen, Germany, grinding workshops were the main employer of the time in the early 19th century. With the growth of one blade grinding workshop in particular, Wüsthof, Solingen became a center for the blade industry. The company originally started as a shears factory in 1814, and throughout the next century, it continued to expand to the manufacture of pocket knives, daggers, table knives, and more. Later on in 1970s, the company reinvented itself and the Classic forged knife series began.
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Wüsthof's 200th Anniversary
Wüsthof celebrated 200 years of business in 2014. From scissors production and steel goods in the 1800s to chef-renowned knives today, Wüsthof now has one of the most state-of-the-art production facilities. Thanks to a combination of industrial automation and manual skill, Wüsthof knives achieve the highest standards of perfection and quality. Wüsthof employs around 400 people worldwide. It takes more than 40 steps to produce around two million forged knives that feature the famous trident logo at the company's headquarters in Solingen. The logo is now considered a symbol of design and exclusivity among knive brands and professional chefs worldwide.
Wüsthof 's Anniversary Knife Set
In celebration of Wüsthof 's 200th anniversary, the company revealed a limited-edition aniversary set. The design commemorates the occasion by uniting the traditional with the modern. The classic rosewood handle is secured to the blade with three brass rivets in the traditional design, while the blade features a carbon steel blade forged with precision edge technology.
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