The IWA OutdoorClassics 2024 Exhibition: A Global Meeting Point for the Outdoor Industry for 50 Years
The IWA OutdoorClassics exhibition is an essential appointment for enthusiasts and professionals in the industry of firearms, collectible knives, portable lamps, and outdoor accessories. This internationally renowned event is held annually in the German city of Nuremberg, attracting participants from every corner of the planet.
Innovation and Design: At the Heart of Tomorrow's Outdoor
This year's fair highlighted the growing importance of design and technological innovation in the production of knives, torches, and outdoor accessories. The adoption of high-quality steels, advanced mechanisms, and cutting-edge technologies is the result of ongoing research aimed at improving the outdoor experience for users. This trend has also favored the emergence of new business realities, enriching the market with an unprecedented variety of new products.
The IWA 2024 Knife Award: Between Tradition and Future
The prestigious IWA 2024 Knife Award was given, distinguishing the "Tradition" and "Innovation" categories, thanks to the judgment of a committee composed of 50 internationally renowned experts. The evaluation focused on criteria such as originality, functionality, aesthetic quality, and storytelling, emphasizing excellence in the art of cutlery.
In the "innovation" category, Maniago and Italy win with Fox and Mercury
- Fox Knives with the Metamorfosi model
- Mercury with the Logan Mini model
- Tb Outdoor with the Impact 127 model
The Triumph of Italian Excellence
Italian companies played a leading role in the 2024 edition of the IWA Salon, confirming their position as leaders in the international outdoor scene. The variety and high quality of the displayed products reflect the excellence of Italian design, recognized and appreciated worldwide.
Italian companies in the spotlight
Here are the knife industry companies we met during our trip to Germany
Aziende Europee presenti
Aziende Internazionali presenti
