I believe that handmade quality products should be accessible to everyone, not just the wealthiest. I therefore devised a pricing scheme that embodies this idea and makes it real.

It’s extremely simple: you pay according to your means. Pay less if you are facing financial hardship; pay more if you earn a comfortable living, thereby giving access to quality knives to people who wouldn’t be able to afford them otherwise. There are 5 pricing tiers described below with a range of prices between -50% to +50% of the base price.

The model is based on trust and responsibility. I am not going to ask any proof so I expect you the customer to self-identify with your financial level and choose the appropriate price.

“Freedom and responsibility go hand in hand.”

Heinz von Foerster

The pricing scheme applies to every product or service I offer, if not mentioned otherwise.

1. Solidarity Tier

For individuals in significant financial hardship.

  • Monthly net income below €1,100 (single) or €1,650 (couple).
  • Lives in social housing or rents a room.
  • No car, or owns an old vehicle (>15 years) used out of necessity.
  • Receives public assistance (e.g. unemployment, disability, or social welfare).

👉 This price ensures access even in situations of serious economic vulnerability.

You pay: 0.5 x Base price

2. Access Tier

For low income households.

  • Monthly net income between €1,100–1,700 (single) or €1,650–2,550 (couple).
  • Rents or lives in shared accommodation, no property ownership.
  • Owns an older car (<10 years) or relies on public transport.
  • Little to no savings or significant assets.

👉 This price suits those managing a tight but stable budget.

You pay: 0.75 x Base price

3. Standard Tier

For stable middle-income households.

  • Monthly net income between €1,700–3,150 (single) or €2,550–4,725 (couple).
  • Owns or rents a home, possibly a first-time property buyer.
  • Owns one or two functional, recent vehicles.
  • Has modest savings (e.g. basic savings account, small investments).

👉 This is the balanced contribution reflecting fair market value.

You pay: 1 x Base price

4. Support Tier

For comfortable, upper-middle-income households.

  • Monthly net income above €3,150 (single) or €4,725 (couple).
  • Owns a primary residence, possibly a second property.
  • Owns multiple or premium vehicles.
  • Holds significant savings, investments, or real estate.

👉 By choosing this, you help subsidise access for those in need.

You pay: 1.25 x Base price

5. Supporter Tier

For high-income individuals or those with substantial wealth.

  • Monthly net income above €4,300 (single) or 6,450 (couple).
  • Owns housing in high-cost areas (e.g. Paris, London, Zurich).
  • Owns luxury vehicles, second homes, or high-value assets.
  • Regularly makes donations or large financial commitments.

👉 This price supports sustainability and funds lower-tier access.

You pay: 1.5 x Base price

The pricing tiers are summarised in the following figure.

Figure showing the different pricing tiers

Please note that the revenu ranges given are based on the standard of living in France and are purely indicative. If you live in another country, have children, or care for a dependant relative, you can adjust the ranges to match your circumstances.

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