Zwilling, founded on June 13th, 1731, by Peter Henckels in Solingen, Germany, stands as one of the oldest brands globally. Its iconic Twin logo, one of the world's earliest trademarks, was registered with the Cutlers’ Guild of Solingen. Later the company was renamed Zwilling J.A. Henckels by Peters's son Johann Abraham Henckels

The 19th century marked significant growth for Zwilling J.A. Henckels. In 1818, the company opened its first sales outlet in Berlin, signaling the beginning of its expansion beyond Solingen. By 1883, the company had established a sales office in New York City, later expanding further into Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Denmark, and other European countries. By the early 20th century, Zwilling J.A. Henckels had become a global brand, renowned for its high-quality knives and cutlery.

One of the earliest accolades came in 1851 when Zwilling J.A. Henckels won a prestigious award at the Great Exhibition in London. This recognition was followed by another significant achievement at the 1855 Exposition Universelle in Paris, where the company was awarded for the quality and craftsmanship of its products. In 1893, Zwilling J.A. Henckels won the only medal awarded at the Chicago World’s Fair. The brand continued to receive accolades at various world fairs, including the 1900 Exposition Universelle in Paris and the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco.

Innovation has always been at the heart of Zwilling J.A. Henckels. In 1939, introduced the Friodur ice-hardening process which enhanced the hardness and corrosion resistance of their steel. This, combined with precision forging and modern manufacturing techniques, ensures that Zwilling J.A. Henckels’ knives remain sharp, strong, and reliable. A significant milestone in the company's history came in 1976 with the release of the Zwilling Four-Star series. This line of chef knives was a game-changer in the culinary world, combining ergonomic design with high-performance materials. The Four Star series quickly became a favorite among professional chefs and home cooks alike, solidifying Zwilling J.A. Henckels' position as a leader in kitchen innovation.

- Zwilling was founded on June 13th, 1731 by Peter Henckels in Solingen, Germany

- Zwilling was later renamed to Zwilling J.A. Henckels by Peter's son Johann Abraham (pictured above)

- In 1939, Zwilling J.A. Henckels introduced the Friodur ice-hardening process

- In 1976, Zwilling J.A. Henckels introduced the Zwilling Four-Star series

- Today, Zwilling J.A. Henckels products are sold in over 100 countries

- Zwilling J.A. Henckels is committed to being carbon neutral by 2030