ZWILLING J.A. Henckels was founded in 1731 in Solingen, Germany, by Peter Henckels. The brand takes its name from the German word “Zwilling,” meaning twin, reflected in the company’s well-known twin logo. ZWILLING developed a reputation for forged kitchen knives made from high-quality stainless steel. The brand produces chef’s knives, cookware, kitchen tools, and cutlery used in both professional kitchens and home cooking. The company later expanded into a global kitchenware group that includes brands such as Staub, Demeyere, Ballarini, and Miyabi.