Laguiole Sport Classic Knife Warthog Tusk

NOTE:This item cannot be shipped outside of the United States.  International orders will be refunded without notice. 

Whether you're an outdoorsman or a hunter, this big knife will handle most tasks you throw at it. This knife features a look-back mechanism with Teflon washers making this big charismatic knife’s blade action operate smoothly and safely during opening and closing. This is a big knife; please consider its size before purchasing it. 

Consider this: This knife is entirely handmade in Europe's capital of cutlery "Thiers." The “Gilles®” Fontenille Pataud collection of knives are considered by many to be some of the best pocket knives money can buy. All Knives offered by Gilles are entirely made by a single craftsman from start to finish, ensuring ownership of the final piece. 100% Made in France

The sheath: The included full-grain leather sheath is made in France and features a metal snap closure and a 1.75" inches belt loop. Double stitching is found on all stress areas to provide years of use without stitch failure. This sheath is made of 1/8 inch thick ultra-soft cowhide full-grain leather.

❖  ABOUT THIS KNIFE 

Technical aspects: Smooth, easy opening & closing is provided by a Teflon-assisted lock back system. This knife also features a solid hardened blade stop to help prevent the blade's edge from contacting the spring's inner area.

Spring-top: Each unique spring top is individually created by hand, and its design is unique to the artisan that created it.

Handle Material: Genuine warthog ivory (Eastern Africa). Warthog ivory is taken from the constantly growing canine teeth.
Note: Although no permit or documentation is required to sell warthog tusk within the U.S., we are not permitted to ship such handle material outside our borders. International orders will be refunded without notice. 
Blade: 12C27 Swedish stainless steel, 3.5 mm thick, 56-57 Hrc.
Plates: 1.5 mm stainless.
Decorated forged Spring: 3.5 mm Z20c13  stainless - Hand chiseled
Lock-back system: 3.5 mm thick Z20c13 stainless steel
Blade Size: 9.75 cm (3.85")
Handle Size: 12.70 cm (5") including back lock release
Open Size: 22.5 cm (8.85 ") 
Weight: ~ 190 grams (6.7 oz.)

What's Included: Knife - Sheath W/Steel - Warranty & Repair Support - Numbered Certificate From The Manufacturer

We recommend the use of Tuf-Glide Oil-Free Lubricant 1/4 oz Pen.
Periodically place a couple of drops of lubricant on the axle of all moving parts. More details here - $8.95