finelining
FINE LINE OF HANDCRAFTED EXCELLENCE
We support your luxury project through development, manufacturing, finishing and assembly – with every competence under one roof. As an experienced manufacturing partner for premium writing instruments and precision components, we take your product all the way to excellence and series-ready production.
EXCELLENCE IN CRAFTSMANSHIP
We combine traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art engineering – turning your most ambitious luxury projects into reality with absolute precision. Whether writing instruments, watch dials or accessories: we manufacture using high-end CNC processes and refine every piece with techniques such as guilloché, electroplating and lacquering.
FROM SOUTHERN GERMANY TO THE WORLD
Since 1937, Robert E. Huber GmbH has been crafting bespoke, premium writing instruments and exclusive precision accessories in Königsbach in the Black Forest. We support international companies in the luxury segment in the development and manufacture of precision components such as premium writing instruments and luxury goods.
from scratch
to perfection
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robert e. huber. finelining. since 1937.
IT ALL STARTS WITH AN IDEA
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TRUST THE PROCESS
vision.
Every project begins in the designer’s mind – with a sketch, a material, a feeling that has yet to take technical shape. We listen closely first, because how precisely this idea is understood determines everything that follows.
concept.
We take up the idea and translate it into technical reality – tolerances, materials, manufacturing processes. Along the way, we examine exactly how, and how reliably, it can be realised before the first tool is ever used.
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realisation.
The translated idea becomes a finished piece – a unique, hand-finished original or a series-ready production run. Either way, it carries the precision HUBER has stood for since 1937.
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your partner for precision parts
We are your leading and reliable partner for the manufacture of premium writing instruments, luxury goods and precision components in the luxury segment.
We draw on 100 years of experience and combine handcrafted excellence with industrial perfection. From individual precision parts to the exclusive manufacture and assembly of complete products, we are at your side and develop your product with you all the way to series production.
01 ENQUIRY & CONSULTATION
The first step towards your vision. Whether it is an initial product idea, a technical drawing or a complete requirements specification: we listen and capture your requirements – both commercial and technical.
02 CONCEPT & DESIGN ENGINEERING
From idea to project. We translate your ideas into a well-considered concept, checking technical feasibility down to the last detail. This creates a reliable basis for the design and your individual quotation.
03 MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY
The right material combined with excellent craftsmanship. We process the finest materials by hand or industrially. For your project, we select precisely the combination of material and manufacturing that perfects it – with an eye to appearance, function and durability.
04 PROTOTYPING & APPROVAL
Making precision visible when it matters. First samples bring your idea to life and must pass our inspections. Together, we refine every detail until the result meets your expectations – and we go into series production for you.
05 MANUFACTURING & FINISHING
Precise manufacturing processes you can see and feel. Our modern CNC machining centres produce workpieces of the highest quality. Every step is carefully inspected as part of our quality assurance. We then offer a range of assembly and finishing techniques – so that, under one roof, your product becomes an excellent masterpiece down to the last detail.
06 PARTNERSHIP & SECURITY OF SUPPLY
From one-off pieces to reliable series production – we are your single-source partner for excellent products, from idea to realisation. You can count on the highest quality, continuous development and reliable delivery.
EVERYTHING UNDER ONE ROOF – FROM ENQUIRY TO SERIES-READY PRODUCT
excellence under one roof
to the whole world
ANY QUESTIONS?
You will find further information in our FAQ section. If you still have questions, please get in touch and we will discuss the perfect techniques for your project.
MANUFACTURING
Our state-of-the-art CNC machining centres enable precise manufacturing, even in high volumes. Everything under one roof: turning, milling, grinding, assembly and surface finishing.
GUILLOCHÉ
Guilloché is a technique recognised as world cultural heritage. We meet this tradition with state-of-the-art technology and make the craft ready for series production. learn more
LACQUERING
We lacquer individual parts to perfection. Depending on the requirements or application, we use either automated or manual production. learn more
ELECTROPLATING
Using machine control, we electroplate high-quality individual parts to perfection. learn more
100 years of experience from southern germany
1937
The company is founded on 1 June 1937 as "Huber & Karst" in Eutingen.
1954
Move to a new residential and factory building on Lindenstraße in Pforzheim
1989
Move to Königsbach-Stein and the first 20 employees at the new site
1996
Construction of a second production hall and expansion of the machine park at Remchinger Str. 18
2003
Expansion of production at Remchinger Str. 7
2012
Commissioning of the automated electroplating line
2019
In-house-built 6-axis guilloché machine with Fanuc control
2020
Expansion of production for processing lead-free materials
2023
Robert E. Huber is acquired by Faber-Castell Aktiengesellschaft
get to know us
Together with our team, we will be glad to develop your project from vision to realisation. Sustainable, inspiring and discreet collaboration throughout the entire process is our standard.
UWE KRATT
Managing Director
THORSTEN BUSCH
Technical Director
SOON
Head of Inside Sales
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