The Weight of Tradition
There is a distinct difference between standard utensils and true instruments of dining. Since 1876, Alain Saint-Joanis has defined this standard, producing Europe’s finest flatware and cutlery in the village of La Monnerie, France. The Tonga Rio collection marries this heritage with organic texture, featuring a substantial Rio wood handle that offers a warm, grounded counterpoint to the cool precision of the silver.
Finished by hand to a rigorous 33-micron standard, the upper forging speaks to a level of craftsmanship rarely seen in modern manufacturing. This is flatware and cutlery built for the reality of the table, not just the display cabinet. Despite the refined materials, the set is designed for modern utility and is entirely dishwasher safe, ensuring that the transition from a long supper to a clean kitchen is effortless.
Product Specifications
- Producer: Alain Saint-Joanis (Est. 1876)
- Origin: La Monnerie, France
- Material: Rio Wood handle with 33-micron silver plating
- Construction: Upper part forged; silver-plated ferrule
- Set Includes: Dinner Fork, Dinner Knife, Soup Spoon, Salad Fork, Tea Spoon
- Care: Dishwasher safe
- Finish: Hand-finished workmanship
