Wilkinson Sword Razor Blades

Wilkinson Sword is a legendary brand with roots dating back to 1772 in London, established by Henry Nock. Initially famous for manufacturing swords and firearms, the company successfully pivoted to personal grooming in the late 19th century. The brand gained global recognition for its high-quality steel and innovation in safety razor technology.

Today, the brand remains highly active in the European market, particularly in Germany, where a significant portion of its production takes place at the Solingen facility—a city world-renowned for blade manufacturing. Ownership of the brand is currently split geographically; while Edgewell Personal Care owns the brand in Europe and several other regions, Energizer Holdings (from which Edgewell was spun off) previously managed its global distribution.

Under Edgewell's management, Wilkinson Sword continues to be a market leader in shaving accessories. The brand is often marketed as Schick in North America and parts of Asia, but the iconic 'crossed swords' logo remains a symbol of its long-standing heritage in metalwork and precision engineering.