Flatware Buying Guide: Thickness and Weight Standards

Although there is no real universal standard, flatware is generally categorized in the following categories. The dinner fork generally sets the standard for a pattern. Typically the place spoon and the salad fork will be one gauge lighter and the teaspoon will be one or two steps down from the dinner fork. Here is our take on what that means in terms of thickness or weight:

Congratulations! You now probably know more about flatware than you ever wanted to know. The good news is that you will now be able to make an informed decision about a product that will, and should, last you a lifetime!