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Tarrerias Bonjean

French cutlery manufacturer based in Thiers, founded in 1648 and parent company of the TB-1648 and TB-Outdoor brands.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Tarrerias Bonjean is a French cutlery manufacturer founded in 1648, described as the parent company of the TB-1648 and TB-Outdoor brands. Its official site presents it as a cutlery company located in the renowned cutlery region of Thiers, France, shaping an exceptional destiny across 13 generations of master cutlers, with each generation of the Tarrerias family contributing since 1580, when Claude Tarrerias, a master grinder, appears in the archives of Celles-sur-Durolle. The company designs and manufactures its knives from A to Z, describes itself as a human-scale SME committed to continuous improvement, and states it is certified ISO 9001 and 14001. It also announced that it has joined the Hénokiens circle, an association of family businesses whose history exceeds two centuries. Its product range includes table knives such as the Victor set of 6 table knives, steak knives such as the Record® steak knife, and the folding Suricate knife with a patented thumbwheel opening system.

History

Tarrerias Bonjean is a French cutlery manufacturer founded in 1648, described as the parent company of the TB-1648 and TB-Outdoor brands. Its official site states that the company is located in the renowned cutlery region of Thiers, France, and has shaped an exceptional destiny across 13 generations of master cutlers. It traces its heritage to 1580, when Claude Tarrerias, a master grinder, appears in the archives of Celles-sur-Durolle, and states that each generation of the Tarrerias family has contributed to the company's excellence. The company designs and manufactures its knives from A to Z, describes itself as a human-scale SME committed to continuous improvement, and states it is certified ISO 9001 and 14001. It also announced that it has joined the Hénokiens circle, an association of family businesses whose history exceeds two centuries, founded in 1981.

Products and positioning

Made in France cutlery manufacturer; designs and manufactures its knives from A to Z; human-scale SME committed to continuous improvement; ISO 9001 and 14001 certified.

  • Victor - Set of 6 table knives

    French table knife described as simple, reliable and effective, sold in a set of 6; blade length 100 mm, handle length 120 mm, ABS handle, full tang, X46Cr13 steel, smooth or micro-serrated edge.

  • Record® steak knife

    Steak knife from the Record range, designed by TB Groupe; 11 cm tempered stainless steel blade, ABS ergonomic handle.

  • Suricate folding knife

    Folding knife with a patented thumbwheel opening system, stainless steel blade and beech wood handle.

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