It is believed that French knife making started at the beginning of the 13th Century in the village of Nontron. Today French cutlers such as Fontenille Pataud are still producing the originals as well as modernized versions. ALL pocket knives from Fontenille Pataud feature "What You See Is What You Get". We offer free same-day shipping and engraving on all pocket knives. It is believed that French knife-making started at the beginning of the 13th Century in the village of Nontron. Today French cutlers are still producing the originals as well as modernized versions.