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Laguiole Traditional Knife 11 cm. Top-down view of the open knife, showing the dark desert ironwood handle with guilloche pattern and the decorative blade. Handcrafted details, 100% Made in France.
Laguiole Traditional Knife 11 cm Guilloche Desert Ironwood, side view of open and closed knife. Handcrafted details, 100% Made in France.

Laguiole Traditional Knife 11 cm Guilloche Desert Ironwood

Rated 5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 review
$441.00 AUD

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The Laguiole knife first appeared in the village of Laguiole in the 1820s. Over the following decades, production expanded to Thiers, the historic capital of French cutlery, where this exquisite piece was handcrafted. This model belongs to the renowned "Gilles®" Fontenille Pataud collection—widely considered among the finest pocketknives in the world. Each knife is crafted entirely by a single master craftsman, ensuring a level of detail and pride of ownership unmatched.

Handle Character: This model features a handle crafted from genuine Desert Ironwood. Sourced from the Sonoran Desert, this ancient wood is one of the densest and hardest in the world, renowned for its incredible stability and rich, shimmering chatoyancy. It displays a deep spectrum of dark chocolates, golden ambers, and fiery copper veins that create a three-dimensional depth when polished. Because Desert Ironwood has such complex and varied grain patterns, the item shown in the photos is exactly what the customer will receive.

The Guilloché Series: This special edition features intricate Guilloché (hand-chiseling) that extends beyond the spring to include the top and bottom liners, as well as the entire top edge of the blade. This extensive detailing transforms a professional tool into a unique work of artisanal art.

Technical Aspects:
• 11 cm Handle: A compact and versatile size for daily carry.
• Forged Bee: The bee and spring are forged from a single piece of steel, ensuring superior strength and a seamless transition (no gaps).
• Hardened Blade Stop: Features a solid blade stop to prevent the edge from ever making contact with the inner spring, preserving the blade's sharpness.
• Full-length Hand-chiseled Spring: Decorated with traditional motifs and the iconic Shepherd’s Cross on the handle.

The Laguiole Imports Difference

• Exact Item Guarantee: The high-resolution photos shown are of the actual knife you will receive.

• U.S. Based Support: Direct warranty and repair coordination from our Jacksonville, Florida experts.

• Free Same Day Shipping: Orders ship same business day from our local Florida warehouse.

The Guilloché Series: This special edition features intricate Guilloché (hand-chiseling) that extends beyond the spring to include the top and bottom liners, as well as the entire top edge of the blade. This extensive detailing transforms a professional tool into a unique work of artisanal art.

Technical Aspects:
• 11 cm Handle: A compact and versatile size for daily carry.
• Forged Bee: The bee and spring are forged from a single piece of steel, ensuring superior strength and a seamless transition with no gaps—the mark of a true original Laguiole.
• Hardened Blade Stop: Features a solid blade stop to prevent the edge from ever making contact with the inner spring, preserving the blade's sharpness.
• Full-length Hand-chiseled Spring: Decorated with traditional motifs and the iconic Shepherd’s Cross on the handle.

The Laguiole Imports Difference

• 100% Authenticity: Direct from Fontenille Pataud in Thiers, France.

• U.S. Based Support: Direct warranty and repair coordination from our Jacksonville, Florida experts.

• Free Same Day Shipping: Orders ship same business day from our local Florida warehouse.

Shopping for a unique pocket knife not only holds the promise of ownership but the excitement of finally beholding an item admired through a screen. However, all too often, what was envisioned and what is unboxed bear a startling, sometimes painful discrepancy.

You will receive the actual folding knife shown in the photos.
No one wants to view photos of a beautiful and unique knife and receive something not even close to the representative image; this is why we take pictures of each piece. Select your One-Of-A-Kind knife!

Things to Look For
The file work on the springs (top of handle) are individually hand filled by a French artisan, therefore all are different. Additionally, two handles made from the same material can have very different patterns.

You need to know

  1. If you do not checkout after adding this unique folding knife to your cart, someone else may purchase it.
  2. After purchasing this knife the unique photo(s) may be replaced within hours. Feel free to save the actual photos of your knife for personal use.

Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) - One of the world hardest wood and most difficult to work with due to its density.

This increasingly rare wood comes from dead trees that have been left to dry in the desert heat for decades. As it starts to fossilize, the wood turns reddish brown with a golden hue and beautiful veining. The wood from this very slow growing tree can be well over 100 years old. Harvested in Arizona or Northwestern Mexico.

Good to know: Ironwood can sometimes show tiny knots or small depressions within the wood. This is not considered a defect but rather a characteristic of this wood.

Pocket knives are shipped same business day from Florida when ordered by 4 PM Eastern time. UPS delivery can be expected in 1 to 3 business days depending on destination. International shipping options are available at checkout.

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Blade: Stainless Swedish 12C27 steel, 3 mm thick. Hardness: 56-57 Hrc.
Plates: 1.5 mm stainless.
Decorated Spring: 3 mm stainless - Hand file work
Blade Size: 9.20 cm (3.60")
Handle Size: 11 cm (4.33")
Open Size: 20.20 cm (8")
Weight: ~ 70 grams (2.46 oz.)
Slip Joint Closure: Learn more

Laguiole Traditional Knife 11 cm Guilloche in adult hand to show size

Pocket Knife

Pocket Knives are designed for cutting only. Please do not use it as a screwdriver, crowbar, or wood chisel, as this can cause irreversible damage and void the warranty.

Corkscrews

Important Note on Use: Waiter-style corkscrews are designed for use with a secure grip on the bottle neck. Please do not use the tool by clamping the bottle between your knees and pulling the handle. This technique often applies excessive force, which is likely to bend the screw (worm) and will immediately void the product warranty.

To keep your pocket knife or corkscrew in top condition, follow these maintenance tips:

  1. Lubricate Moving Parts: Periodically apply a few drops of lubricant to all moving parts. This ensures smooth operation and extends the life of your knife.
  2. Hand Wash Only: Always hand-wash your pocket knife. After washing, dry it quickly with a soft towel to prevent rust and corrosion.
  3. Recommended Lubricant: We highly recommend using Sentry-Solutions Tuf Glide for all our folding knives. It provides excellent lubrication and protection.

Important Note: Tuf Glide is not considered a "food-safe" product. Avoid using it on knives that come into contact with food.

By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your item remains reliable and ready for your next adventure.

Sentry-Solutions Tuf Glide 1/4 oz. Pen-Applicator

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Beautiful Workmanship

This is my first Laguiole and I was not disappointed. The artistry and workmanship are beyond expectations. Knowing the knife is handmade, I expected it to be a little rough, and was questioning whether I would like it or not, compared to some of the solid slip joint Knives on the market today. But I am more than pleased. It is a beautiful night, and I am sure the first of many of this type.

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Overview

The Laguiole knife first appeared in the village of Laguiole in the 1820s. Over the following decades, production expanded to Thiers, the historic capital of French cutlery, where this exquisite piece was handcrafted. This model belongs to the renowned "Gilles®" Fontenille Pataud collection—widely considered among the finest pocketknives in the world. Each knife is crafted entirely by a single master craftsman, ensuring a level of detail and pride of ownership unmatched.

Handle Character: This model features a handle crafted from genuine Desert Ironwood. Sourced from the Sonoran Desert, this ancient wood is one of the densest and hardest in the world, renowned for its incredible stability and rich, shimmering chatoyancy. It displays a deep spectrum of dark chocolates, golden ambers, and fiery copper veins that create a three-dimensional depth when polished. Because Desert Ironwood has such complex and varied grain patterns, the item shown in the photos is exactly what the customer will receive.

The Guilloché Series: This special edition features intricate Guilloché (hand-chiseling) that extends beyond the spring to include the top and bottom liners, as well as the entire top edge of the blade. This extensive detailing transforms a professional tool into a unique work of artisanal art.

Technical Aspects:
• 11 cm Handle: A compact and versatile size for daily carry.
• Forged Bee: The bee and spring are forged from a single piece of steel, ensuring superior strength and a seamless transition (no gaps).
• Hardened Blade Stop: Features a solid blade stop to prevent the edge from ever making contact with the inner spring, preserving the blade's sharpness.
• Full-length Hand-chiseled Spring: Decorated with traditional motifs and the iconic Shepherd’s Cross on the handle.

The Laguiole Imports Difference

• Exact Item Guarantee: The high-resolution photos shown are of the actual knife you will receive.

• U.S. Based Support: Direct warranty and repair coordination from our Jacksonville, Florida experts.

• Free Same Day Shipping: Orders ship same business day from our local Florida warehouse.

The Guilloché Series: This special edition features intricate Guilloché (hand-chiseling) that extends beyond the spring to include the top and bottom liners, as well as the entire top edge of the blade. This extensive detailing transforms a professional tool into a unique work of artisanal art.

Technical Aspects:
• 11 cm Handle: A compact and versatile size for daily carry.
• Forged Bee: The bee and spring are forged from a single piece of steel, ensuring superior strength and a seamless transition with no gaps—the mark of a true original Laguiole.
• Hardened Blade Stop: Features a solid blade stop to prevent the edge from ever making contact with the inner spring, preserving the blade's sharpness.
• Full-length Hand-chiseled Spring: Decorated with traditional motifs and the iconic Shepherd’s Cross on the handle.

The Laguiole Imports Difference

• 100% Authenticity: Direct from Fontenille Pataud in Thiers, France.

• U.S. Based Support: Direct warranty and repair coordination from our Jacksonville, Florida experts.

• Free Same Day Shipping: Orders ship same business day from our local Florida warehouse.

This is It!

Shopping for a unique pocket knife not only holds the promise of ownership but the excitement of finally beholding an item admired through a screen. However, all too often, what was envisioned and what is unboxed bear a startling, sometimes painful discrepancy.

You will receive the actual folding knife shown in the photos.
No one wants to view photos of a beautiful and unique knife and receive something not even close to the representative image; this is why we take pictures of each piece. Select your One-Of-A-Kind knife!

Things to Look For
The file work on the springs (top of handle) are individually hand filled by a French artisan, therefore all are different. Additionally, two handles made from the same material can have very different patterns.

You need to know

  1. If you do not checkout after adding this unique folding knife to your cart, someone else may purchase it.
  2. After purchasing this knife the unique photo(s) may be replaced within hours. Feel free to save the actual photos of your knife for personal use.
Handle Material

Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) - One of the world hardest wood and most difficult to work with due to its density.

This increasingly rare wood comes from dead trees that have been left to dry in the desert heat for decades. As it starts to fossilize, the wood turns reddish brown with a golden hue and beautiful veining. The wood from this very slow growing tree can be well over 100 years old. Harvested in Arizona or Northwestern Mexico.

Good to know: Ironwood can sometimes show tiny knots or small depressions within the wood. This is not considered a defect but rather a characteristic of this wood.

What's Included

Pocket knives are shipped same business day from Florida when ordered by 4 PM Eastern time. UPS delivery can be expected in 1 to 3 business days depending on destination. International shipping options are available at checkout.

french flag color with made in france text

leather sheaths and warranty by fontenille pataud france

Specs.

Blade: Stainless Swedish 12C27 steel, 3 mm thick. Hardness: 56-57 Hrc.
Plates: 1.5 mm stainless.
Decorated Spring: 3 mm stainless - Hand file work
Blade Size: 9.20 cm (3.60")
Handle Size: 11 cm (4.33")
Open Size: 20.20 cm (8")
Weight: ~ 70 grams (2.46 oz.)
Slip Joint Closure: Learn more

Laguiole Traditional Knife 11 cm Guilloche in adult hand to show size

Care

Pocket Knife

Pocket Knives are designed for cutting only. Please do not use it as a screwdriver, crowbar, or wood chisel, as this can cause irreversible damage and void the warranty.

Corkscrews

Important Note on Use: Waiter-style corkscrews are designed for use with a secure grip on the bottle neck. Please do not use the tool by clamping the bottle between your knees and pulling the handle. This technique often applies excessive force, which is likely to bend the screw (worm) and will immediately void the product warranty.

To keep your pocket knife or corkscrew in top condition, follow these maintenance tips:

  1. Lubricate Moving Parts: Periodically apply a few drops of lubricant to all moving parts. This ensures smooth operation and extends the life of your knife.
  2. Hand Wash Only: Always hand-wash your pocket knife. After washing, dry it quickly with a soft towel to prevent rust and corrosion.
  3. Recommended Lubricant: We highly recommend using Sentry-Solutions Tuf Glide for all our folding knives. It provides excellent lubrication and protection.

Important Note: Tuf Glide is not considered a "food-safe" product. Avoid using it on knives that come into contact with food.

By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your item remains reliable and ready for your next adventure.

Sentry-Solutions Tuf Glide 1/4 oz. Pen-Applicator

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