$71.00 AUD
The Laguiole XS 9 cm represents the ultimate expression of the "Gentleman’s knife"—compact, sophisticated, and engineered for those who appreciate discreet luxury. This small and elegantly designed pen knife features a precision lock-back mechanism that ensures the blade locks securely when in use. A Fontenille Pataud masterpiece, it features hand-guilloché detailing along the entire spring and a traditionally forged bee, markers of a knife crafted with absolute precision by a single master artisan.
Individual Photography: Because Fossilized Mammoth Ivory is a unique organic material with significant variations in grain, "Schreger lines," and natural prehistoric patina, we believe you should select the exact piece that speaks to you. The knife pictured in these high-resolution photos is the exact one you will receive. This transparency ensures that the specific ancient character you select is the one that enters your collection.
Handle Character: This model is adorned with scales of genuine Fossilized Woolly Mammoth Ivory. Sourced from the Siberian tundra, this extraordinary material has been preserved in the permafrost for over 10,000 years. It is prized for its remarkable density and its sophisticated palette of creamy whites, soft tans, and subtle earthy mineral streaks. The ivory possesses a warm, tactile feel and a natural luster that develops an even deeper character over time, making it a true artifact of natural history.
At 9 cm (closed), this knife is designed to sit comfortably and unnoticed in a pocket until needed. Each piece is a unique specimen, expertly shaped and polished in Thiers—Europe’s historic cradle of fine cutlery.
| Authenticity & Warranty |
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• 100% Made in France: Handcrafted in Thiers by Fontenille Pataud. • Lifetime Warranty: Guaranteed against manufacturer defects. • U.S. Based Support: We provide seamless warranty and repair coordination directly from our Jacksonville, Florida location. |
Woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) 15,000+ years old fossilized tusk harvested in Siberia. Note that it is normal for mammoth ivory to show cracks, discolorations, and inconsistencies. The fossilized ivory has been buried for 15,000 + years, sediments, and tons of pressures have caused the colors and cracks you see on the piece today.
Fossilized Mammoth Certificate Included
Blade: 14C28N Swedish stainless steel, 2.5 mm thick, 58-59 Hrc.
Metal Finish: Shiny
Plates: 1.25 mm stainless.
Decorated Spring & lock-back system: 2.5 mm stainless - Hand file work
Blade Size: 7.40 cm (2.92")
Handle Size: 9.30 cm (3.66") including back lock release
Open Size: 16.7 cm (6.57")
Weight: ~ 44 grams (1.6 oz.)
What is a Forged Bee? You can recognize a forged bee when you look just below it, where it meets the decorated spring. If you do not see any gaps, it's a good sign that the bee and spring were forged from the same piece of metal. You can also recognize a soldered bee by noticing a straight gap/ridge where the bee meets the spring.
Most inexpensive Laguiole pocket knives found on the market have a soldered bee. The process of adding the bee to the spring by soldering it saves time and money, this is why the cost of soldered bee knives can be substantially less. The original Laguiole knives had forged bees.
The Laguiole XS 9 cm represents the ultimate expression of the "Gentleman’s knife"—compact, sophisticated, and engineered for those who appreciate discreet luxury. This small and elegantly designed pen knife features a precision lock-back mechanism that ensures the blade locks securely when in use. A Fontenille Pataud masterpiece, it features hand-guilloché detailing along the entire spring and a traditionally forged bee, markers of a knife crafted with absolute precision by a single master artisan.
Individual Photography: Because Fossilized Mammoth Ivory is a unique organic material with significant variations in grain, "Schreger lines," and natural prehistoric patina, we believe you should select the exact piece that speaks to you. The knife pictured in these high-resolution photos is the exact one you will receive. This transparency ensures that the specific ancient character you select is the one that enters your collection.
Handle Character: This model is adorned with scales of genuine Fossilized Woolly Mammoth Ivory. Sourced from the Siberian tundra, this extraordinary material has been preserved in the permafrost for over 10,000 years. It is prized for its remarkable density and its sophisticated palette of creamy whites, soft tans, and subtle earthy mineral streaks. The ivory possesses a warm, tactile feel and a natural luster that develops an even deeper character over time, making it a true artifact of natural history.
At 9 cm (closed), this knife is designed to sit comfortably and unnoticed in a pocket until needed. Each piece is a unique specimen, expertly shaped and polished in Thiers—Europe’s historic cradle of fine cutlery.
| Authenticity & Warranty |
|---|
|
• 100% Made in France: Handcrafted in Thiers by Fontenille Pataud. • Lifetime Warranty: Guaranteed against manufacturer defects. • U.S. Based Support: We provide seamless warranty and repair coordination directly from our Jacksonville, Florida location. |
Woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) 15,000+ years old fossilized tusk harvested in Siberia. Note that it is normal for mammoth ivory to show cracks, discolorations, and inconsistencies. The fossilized ivory has been buried for 15,000 + years, sediments, and tons of pressures have caused the colors and cracks you see on the piece today.
Fossilized Mammoth Certificate Included
Blade: 14C28N Swedish stainless steel, 2.5 mm thick, 58-59 Hrc.
Metal Finish: Shiny
Plates: 1.25 mm stainless.
Decorated Spring & lock-back system: 2.5 mm stainless - Hand file work
Blade Size: 7.40 cm (2.92")
Handle Size: 9.30 cm (3.66") including back lock release
Open Size: 16.7 cm (6.57")
Weight: ~ 44 grams (1.6 oz.)
What is a Forged Bee? You can recognize a forged bee when you look just below it, where it meets the decorated spring. If you do not see any gaps, it's a good sign that the bee and spring were forged from the same piece of metal. You can also recognize a soldered bee by noticing a straight gap/ridge where the bee meets the spring.
Most inexpensive Laguiole pocket knives found on the market have a soldered bee. The process of adding the bee to the spring by soldering it saves time and money, this is why the cost of soldered bee knives can be substantially less. The original Laguiole knives had forged bees.
