The 5 Coqs Wood Handle collection by Gilles® Fontenille Pataud showcases the warmth and timeless elegance of the world’s finest timbers. From the fragrant scent of Juniper burl to the deep, swirling grains of Olive wood and the sophisticated density of Ebony, this series celebrates the natural diversity of premium wood handles. Each handle is carefully shaped to highlight its unique grain pattern, ensuring that every knife is a singular work of art.

Every knife in the Wood series features the signature Mother of Pearl inlay meticulously set into the "mouche" (the rooster-crest lock-back mechanism). This iridescent detail provides a luminous contrast to the organic wood tones, emphasizing the artisan's hand-chiseling along the spring. Handcrafted from start to finish by a single master cutler in Thiers, France, these knives are engineered with Teflon washers for silky-smooth deployment and a hardened blade stop to preserve the edge for a lifetime of use.

Because the grain and character of woods like Pistachio or Walnut vary piece by piece, every knife in this collection is individually photographed. The specific wood-handled masterpiece you select from our gallery is the exact one we will ship. We also provide free same-day engraving on the blade, handled in-house at our Jacksonville warehouse, to ensure your order is personalized and shipped without delay.