Brand «Wilkinson Sword»

Wilkinson Sword (rus. Wilkinson Sword) is a brand specializing in the production of razors and body care products. Its history began in 1772 when Englishman Henry Nock opened a company in London manufacturing rifles and pistols, as well as knives, scissors, etc. With the start of the American War of Independence, the business flourished, and in 1779 Nock's company signed a contract for regular supply of weapons to the British Army. After the founder's death in 1804, the firm passed to his son-in-law James Wilkinson and subsequently became a family business, changing its name to Wilkinson Sword Company in 1891.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the company started producing razors, but significant success in this area came only in the 1960s with the introduction of stainless steel blades. The firm also continued to supply swords for the British Army's cavalry and was honored to make the ceremonial sword for the anniversary of Elizabeth II's reign in 2002. Despite its high status, Wilkinson Sword faced bankruptcy, and after a series of ownership changes, the brand's rights were acquired by the holding company Edgewell Personal Care. In 2000, production was moved to Germany. Currently, the brand produces razors and focuses on the German market.

The brand's only perfume work, the masculine fragrance Camargue, was launched in 1977. This fougère composition with citrus and spicy notes was released in eau de toilette and eau de parfum concentrations, as well as an aftershave lotion. Today, production of Camargue has been discontinued.