André Verdier: French Craft, Six Generations Strong
Some tools carry history in their handle. André Verdier knives and cutlery have been made in France since 1859, through six generations of cutlers in the village of Celles-sur-Durolle near Thiers, a town that has been the capital of French knife-making for over six centuries. These are not museum pieces. They’re living examples of how tradition, precision, and design come together at the table.
Made Where the Craft Began
Every André Verdier knife is still produced in the Thiers region, a small cluster of workshops that keep French cutlery alive. Each step of the process, from forging and polishing to assembly, happens locally. The company remains one of the last to practice 100% French manufacture, partnering with nearby specialists for everything from wood handles to blade finishing. The result is authenticity you can feel the moment you hold one.
A Lineage That’s Still Making History
Verdier’s story begins in 1859, when the first family trademark was registered. Since then, six generations have carried forward the same craft, refining, adapting, and innovating along the way. The modern factory blends traditional forging with contemporary precision tools, ensuring every knife meets the standards of both the old masters and today’s cooks. Their symbol, the Laguiole bee, is a quiet mark of that continuity.
Why Vivront Carries André Verdier
At Vivront, we look for makers who combine purpose and beauty, tools that perform, and tell a stories. André Verdier fits perfectly. The tools handle like they were made by people who cook. Balanced, smooth, and confident in the hand. Durable enough for daily prep, yet refined enough for the table. They remind us that good design isn’t a trend, it’s the by-product of long practice.
Tools for the Table, Not Just the Kitchen
André Verdier is best known for its Laguiole-style steak knives and table sets: stainless blades with full tang construction and handles shaped for comfort. They make every cut cleaner and every table setting more intentional. When paired with our sharpening services, these knives are built to last decades, not years.
French Cutlery Meets Minnesota Craft
We love finding kindred makers, brands that obsess over materials and legacy the way we do about edge performance. Verdier’s French discipline mirrors the care we put into sharpening here at Vivront. Both share one belief: that the best meals start with tools you trust.
Explore the Current Collection
Bring a piece of Thiers to your table. Shop our André Verdier Collection, crafted in France, curated for kitchens that value heritage, design, and everyday performance.