Hollow Handle Flatware

18/10 stainless steel contains 18% chromium and 10% nickel, giving it superior corrosion resistance, shine, and a heavier feel compared to 18/0, which has no nickel and is more magnetic and slightly less lustrous. For premium hospitality and retail flatware, 18/10 is generally preferred, though 18/0 remains a durable, cost-effective alternative.

Hollow handle flatware features a handle formed from two stamped metal halves joined together, creating a lightweight, hollow cavity rather than a solid metal shaft. This construction allows manufacturers to incorporate decorative inserts like wood, bone, marble, or resin, producing a balanced, comfortable grip without the added weight of solid metal.

Many hollow handles are left empty to reduce weight, though some are filled with cement, resin, or wax for added heft and balance, and to prevent hollow ringing sounds. Gemixx's hollow handle designs use precision seaming and finishing so the joint remains smooth, food-safe, and durable through repeated washing.

Yes. Gemixx offers hollow handle flatware with inserts in FSC-certified wood, bone, marble, resin, and enamel, alongside finishes like Gold PVD, Black PVD, Copper, and Brushed Stainless. Private label brands can develop fully custom silhouettes from a sketch, render, or sample to match a specific collection or price point.

Most hollow handle flatware made from FDA-compliant stainless steel is dishwasher safe, though pieces with wood, bone, resin, or enamel handle inserts are generally recommended for hand washing to preserve the finish and bonding at the seam. Always check the specific handle material's care instructions before repeated machine washing.

Gemixx produces hollow handle flatware with stainless steel, FSC-certified wood, bone, marble, resin, and enamel handle options, finished in Gold PVD, Champagne Gold, Black PVD, Copper, or Brushed/Polished Stainless. This range allows private label and hospitality brands to select a look that matches their specific tabletop or retail concept.