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SHEFFIELD & SOLINGEN – FAMOUS CUTLERY TOWNS Although cutlers could be found extensively throughout various parts of the world during the Middle Ages, this report focuses on Germany and England, two major
European cutlery producers.
The development of trade routes and the flourishing of commerce during the 15th century meant that pig iron was easily transported to the major centers of trade and craft. In the 16th and 17th centuries, “knifers” worked in many cities throughout Europe. Long-lasting fame and a reputation for quality knife blades only stuck to a few places. Solingen, Germany is one of these towns. The availability of water power was the main reason why blade makers were initially attracted to Solingen. In the beginning, iron quarried from nearby sites was used, later on, iron was brought from Siegland, about 100 kilometres away.
The Continental Blockade erected by Napoleon in the latter part of the 18th century effectively halted all exports from Solingen and created difficult times for the Solingen cutlery trade. After Napoleon fell from power there was a surge of production and trade at first, but competition from England was stiff, particularly in overseas markets. The Continental Blockade and the advent of the Industrial Revolution in England had enabled Sheffield to gain a significant technological advantage over Solingen. To stimulate business, Solingen cutlery traders had books of samples compiled. These early catalogues used water paintings to display the products available. These books were used until printed catalogues started appearing in the mid-19th century. Traders and travelling salesmen would take these sample books with them to fairs and show them to wholesale clients, in an effort to obtain contracts and orders.
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