Zwilling (Twin) J.A. Henckels is a knife maker based in Solingen, Germany.

Zwilling J.A. Henckels, sometimes known just as "Henckels," is renowned for its quality, especially the Zwilling brand. J.A. Henckels International is a division of Zwilling J.A. Henckels that produces less costly (mostly stamped-blade) knives, often made in China or Taiwan, while knives made by Zwilling J.A. Henckels are usually made in Spain (for mid-range knives, forged or stamped) or Germany (mostly high-end forged blades).

In addition to knives, Henckels makes poultry and craft scissors, kitchen gadgets, cookware and pocket and sporting knives.

Henckels' main competitor is Wüsthof Dreizack, also based in Solingen.

The "Twin Select," "Twin Gourmet," "Twin Cuisine," "Four Star," "Five Star," and "Professional S" are some of the lineups of knives that Zwilling J.A. Henckels constructs.

Many Henckels knives are made from a mixture of stamped or sintered and forged metal parts welded together. This is a controversial practice among knife connoisseurs, and there are rumors of blades cracking at the weld joints. Nevertheless, Henckels high-end knives consistently receive high marks with consumer advocacy publications such as Consumer Reports and Cook's Illustrated.

External link

• Official J.A. Henckels website

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