Dexter-Russell, Inc. is a cutlery manufacturing company in the town of Southbridge, MA, It is the largest US manufacturer of professional cutlery, and is also the oldest cutlery manufacturer in the United States.

History[link]

Harrington Cutlery Company[link]

The Harrington Cutlery Company was established in 1818, in Southbridge, Massachusetts by Henry Harrington, a New England craftsman and inventor. The Harrington Cutlery company was the first cutlery manufacturing company established in the United States. Harrington manufactured surgical equipment, shoe knives and firearms. Some of his firearms are on display at the Old Sturbridge Village Museum in Sturbridge, MA. In 1884, Harrington introduced the Dexter trade name. Named after one of his sons, Dexter Harrington, the Dexter line of kitchen and table cutlery became known for its high quality in American homes and restaurants.

John Russell Cutlery Company[link]

The John Russell Cutlery Company was established in 1834, in Greenfield, MA by John Russell. Russell built his water powered factory on the banks of the Green River. He first produced chisels and axe heads, but as the company grew, he began to produce large quantities of high quality hunting knives to supply the needs of the American frontier.

Russell Harrington Cutlery Company[link]

In 1933, the Harrington Cutlery Company and the John Russell Cutlery Company merged to form the Russell Harrington Cutlery Company. The newly formed company was relocated to its present location in Southbridge, MA.

Dexter-Russell, Inc.[link]

In 2001, the company changed its name to Dexter-Russell, Inc. to reflect its history.

Products[link]

V-lo[link]

Dexter-Russel V-lo santoku knife

V-lo style knives uses a patented handle with a unique texture made two types of soft rubber joined to a high-carbon steel blade. V-lo knives are NSF certified.

External links[link]

• Dexter-Russell site