Nogent 3 étoiles

Welcome to our Nogent 3 étoiles boutique, a French cutler founded in 1923 in Biesles, Haute-Marne, by Louis André — Meilleur Ouvrier de France (France's best craftsman of the year). The last industrial cutler still operating in the Nogent basin — another major historic centre of French cutlery alongside Thiers — Nogent*** produces more than 2 million pieces every year in its Haute-Marne workshops. The brand has been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label (Living Heritage Enterprise) since 2013 and manufactures 100 % of its knives and scissors in France.

Nogent 3 étoiles's expertise

Nogent 3 étoiles is the only industrial survivor of a once-dense cutlery basin. The house controls integrated knife and scissor manufacturing on machines designed in-house by its own engineers, combining tradition with French industrial performance.

• Kitchen knives: paring, bread, filleting, chef's knives
• Nogent*** scissors: production resumed in 2008 with the Daniel Henry workshop, fully made in France
• Table knives: classic models and modern variations
• Kitchen utensils: peelers, specialty blades and accessories

Most popular collections on AZ Boutique

The Nogent 3 étoiles offer available on AZ Boutique centres on the Classic range, which illustrates the house's historic expertise.

• Classic: the signature range of knives and utensils, fully made in France, the main collection on AZ Boutique

Choosing Nogent 3 étoiles

What sets Nogent 3 étoiles apart from other French cutlers?

Nogent 3 étoiles is today the last industrial cutler still operating in the Nogent basin in Haute-Marne, a historic French cutlery centre on par with Thiers. The brand has held the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label since 2013, which confirms its French industrial roots. Production machines are designed in-house by the company's engineers, which is rare in the sector.

How can I recognise a genuine Nogent*** knife or pair of scissors?

Nogent 3 étoiles pieces generally carry the "Nogent***" mark with its distinctive three stars, alongside the "France" marking indicating Haute-Marne manufacturing. The brand produces all its knives and scissors in France, which is a reliable benchmark against imported copies bearing similar-looking marks.

Which Nogent*** scissors should I choose for kitchen or sewing use?

Since the takeover of the Daniel Henry workshop in 2008, Nogent*** has offered a range of scissors made in France covering kitchen use (poultry, herbs), sewing (embroidery, tailoring) and general-purpose tasks. The choice depends on blade length and ring shape, depending on the user's hand and intended use.

How do I care for a Nogent*** knife or pair of scissors?

Nogent*** knives and scissors should be washed by hand, with blades dried immediately after use. Dishwashing is generally to be avoided to protect the handles and the scissor pivot. Periodic sharpening on a fine stone maintains a crisp edge on knives; for scissors, specialist sharpening preserves cutting precision.

Nogent 3 étoiles on AZ Boutique

Discover the Nogent 3 étoiles references available on AZ Boutique, in Cutlery and Kitchen utensils: knives, scissors and utensils made 100 % in France and EPV-labelled.