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Our story
World Class quality since 1958
A break in everyday life, a magical meal, or moments with family and friends – Every time we gather around a set table, new memories are made and a new story is written.The products are designed and developed by the family business in Kinsarvik by the Hardangerfjord, drawing inspiration from the fjord and the mountains.
I had a wonderful teacher in my father
Timeless design for 60 years
At the Hardanger brand, we belive that emphasising sustainability though timelessness is the most important thing we can do in a design process.
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Founder Odd Leikvoll
Odd Leikvoll, the man who founded the Hardanger brand. Where did he get the passion for cutlery production from? Read more about him here.
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Our surroundings and handcraft traditions
It’s hard not to get all romantic when entering Hardangerfjorden. It was this valley, fjord and mountains that surrounded Odd Leikvold’s production in the 50s’.
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Family and Heritage
At the end of the 1950s’, 26 year old Odd Leikvold follows his heart and moves from Bergen to the small town of Kinsarvik, at the very heart of Hardangerfjorden. This marks the beginning of the adventure Hardanger Bestikk.
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What defines good cutlery?
It should lie well in hand, feel comfortable and natural to use around the dinner table. It’s crucial that each part work well with its intended purpose, while at same time maintaining the familiar aesthetics
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Cutlery for the modern family
Who is the modern family? What characterises them? Are they typical in any sense; can they be defined?
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