We act sustainably

That’s why we work tirelessly to improve our production processes and look after our corporate culture.

Whether knives, watches, bags or perfume – sustainability is part of our DNA

Our attitude is this: in the long run, we can only be a healthy company if the planet is healthy. From procuring raw materials through to production, packaging and distribution – we look closely at every detail. Our philosophy can be partly explained by the fact we are a family business. After all, we want future generations to be just as successful as we are today.

Discover how we emphasize sustainability in all aspects of our operations.

Packaging isn’t always necessary

Where possible, we forgo packaging altogether, just as we’ve done with our deodorants and shower gels. We pack our fragrances in cardboard boxes to protect them from light, but like all of our cardboard and paper packaging, these boxes are bleached without chlorine.

We use the heat from our knife production for heating

The various knife-grinding processes create a lot of heat. That’s why we use water for cooling. We recycle the stored heat and use it to keep our headquarters in Ibach as well as 120 nearby apartments warm.

For us, scrap steel means new knives

We collect all our scrap steel. Really all of it. Scrap steel and cutting dust is returned to the steel plant. In fact, we’re pioneers in the recycling of grinding sludge. Each year, we filter 600 tons of steel from our cooling water – that’s 25% of our entire steel purchase.

We source close to home

The wood for our pocket knives with wooden scales previously came from Gabon in Africa. Although it was FSC-certified, we preferred to rely on local sources. We searched long and hard for a suitable material and we succeeded. Now we work with a walnut wood from a local supplier.

Victorinox and Nespresso – two recycling pioneers team up

For the 25th anniversary of Nespresso’s recycling program, the coffee capsule producer Nespresso has joined up with Victorinox. The result of the collaboration is the Pioneer pocket knife, whose Alox scales consist completely of recycled Nespresso capsules.

Repair not replace: our long-lasting luggage

This planet’s resources are limited. That’s why we treat them responsibly. Take the long warranty on our luggage as an example. Should something break, we’ll repair it wherever possible, thus avoiding the waste of more raw materials.

Crafted from recycled materials

The Spectra 3.0 Collection is made with recycled materials that deliver maximized functionality, including an innovative high-performance recycled polycarbonate material, SORPLAS™. Used in up to 65% of the shell, SORPLAS™ is developed and provided by Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation and delivers uncompromising strength, performance or impact resistance.

For our chronometers, we rely on the sun

Our watches are manufactured in Switzerland. They are actually produced under a roof that produces a significant portion of our energy. Our production centers are fitted with photovoltaic installations which provide part of the electricity for watch production.

Des machines bien entretenues durent plus longtemps

Nous sommes fiers de nos machines et les entretenons soigneusement. Grâce à nous, nos équipements vivent une longue vie. Nous les adaptons simplement aux exigences de l’époque, ce qui économise bien des ressources.

Nous surveillons étroitement nos partenaires

Notre responsabilité dépasse nos propres opérations. C’est pourquoi nous rendons régulièrement visite à nos fournisseurs. Nous tenons à nous assurer que nos normes élevées en matière de qualité et de durabilité sont bien respectées pour nos produits.

Si vous venez, c’est pour rester

Nous sommes fidèles à nos valeurs, et l’équilibre travail-vie est une des valeurs qui nous importe le plus. Dans notre entreprise, nous discutons et nous rions. Nous proposons des sports de loisir et des pâtisseries pendant la pause, des horaires de travail flexibles et des conditions d’emploi sûres. Et le jeu en vaut la chandelle puisque le taux de remplacement de personnel est de moins de 2 %.

Mais tout le monde ne vient pas

Nous produisons toujours nos couteaux de poche en édition limitée à la main. Si, pour des raisons de santé ou familiales, un employé ne peut pas venir au travail, il peut également travailler chez lui.

We have fitness every day

We have balance time three times a day! Following the “Alexander technique,” we perform exercises to relax the body. This sounds unusual, but it’s very effective. Since the start of 2002, we have reduced illnesses caused by overload by 40%.