Shuangwang Knives

Shuangwang Knives

　　The kitchen knives made by brothers Wang Qingshui and Wang Qingjie from Mawan Village in Dongying District are well-known locally and are referred to as "Mawan Shuangwang Knives." It is said that their ancestors once forged knives and other weapons for the Boxer Rebellion, gaining fame for making blades that were sharp and easy to handle. Wang Qingshui and Wang Qingjie inherited the craft of knife-making from their forefathers. The knives they produce are of high quality, have a well-balanced weight, feature layered steel cores, and boast sharp, durable blades. Locals prefer their knives, and the brothers have also moved away from the traditional method of traveling around with a mobile forge. Instead, they now use purchased machinery to manufacture knives at home, attracting customers who come directly to them. Nowadays, the two brothers produce over 25,000 kitchen knives annually, with clients spread across Dongying, Binzhou, Dezhou, and Zibo.