Pride Cutlery carries David Mellor's first design, created in 1953 while he was still a student at the Royal College of Art. It went on to win a place in the very first Design Centre Awards in 1957, and has been in continuous production since — the gently tapered hollow knife handle and refined proportions still recognisably modern, more than seventy years on.
Hand polished 18/10 stainless steel, with ivory acetal resin knife handles and high carbon stainless steel blades ground for a precise cutting edge.
Set comprises: 1 table fork, 1 table knife, 1 dessert spoon.
Table knife 21.9cm, width 1.8cm.
Table fork 20.8cm, width 2.4cm.
Dessert spoon 18.6cm, width 4.1cm.
ABOUT the MAKER
David Mellor Design
Renowned British designer David Mellor (1930–2009) earned an international reputation for his exceptional cutlery and kitchenware. Trained as a silversmith in Sheffield—the heart of England’s steel industry—Mellor combined traditional craftsmanship with timeless modern design. His work is celebrated globally and held in museum collections around the world. In 1990, Mellor established a purpose-built factory dedicated to producing his iconic cutlery and knives. Drawing from generations of Sheffield expertise, each David Mellor piece is meticulously crafted for quality, performance, and enduring style. At Tessuti, we offer a considered range of David Mellor cutlery and kitchen tools, designed to elevate your dining and culinary experiences with functional elegance.
