Forge de Laguiole 12 cm Corkscrew Knife Horn Tip
- Overview
- Handle Material
- What's Included
The Forge de Laguiole 12 cm Picnic Knife Horn Tip is an exquisite example of traditional French craftsmanship, meticulously handmade in the village of Laguiole. This model features a handle carved from Horn Tip, the solid and most durable part of the horn. Polished to a brilliant, shiny finish
While historically known as the "picnic knife" due to its professional-grade corkscrew, this 12 cm model is widely considered by enthusiasts as the ultimate folding steak knife. Rather than settling for the dull, serrated "saws" often provided by restaurants, the discerning diner carries this personal instrument to ensure a clean, precise cut. By slicing effortlessly through a premium steak, it preserves the meat's texture and juices, significantly elevating the overall culinary experience.
Like all Forge de Laguiole instruments, it showcases a forged T12 steel blade and a one-piece forged bee seamlessly integrated with a hand-decorated spring. Each piece is crafted from start to finish by a single master artisan, ensuring that every knife meets the highest standards of French artisanal excellence.
What is a Forged Bee?
A forged bee is a hallmark of superior craftsmanship. You can identify it by examining the transition where the bee meets the decorated spring; if there are no visible gaps, the bee and spring were forged from a single piece of metal. This traditional method preserves the structural integrity and historical authenticity of the 1800s originals.
In contrast, many budget-friendly options feature soldered bees, recognizable by a straight gap or ridge where the bee is attached. Soldering is a modern, cost-saving method that lacks the durability and artisanal value of a true Forge de Laguiole instrument.
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• Authenticity: 100% Made in France in the village of Laguiole. • U.S. Based Support: Warranty & Repairs Support • Fast Shipping: Most orders ship the same business day from Jacksonville, FL. |
Horn Tip from domestic cattle. The tip of the horn is the hardest and most durable, Inferior horn handles are made from the bottom of the horn which will warp with time. Note that you can expect color variations within the horn.
- Pocket knife
- Gift box
- Warranty certificate
- Full-color manufacturer pamphlet
- * Warranty & Repairs Support
- Free Shipping
- Free one location Engraving
Forge de Laguiole 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.
The ultra-modern Forge de Laguiole workshop was created by French designer
Philippe Starck and feature an 18 meters (58 feet) gleaming blade
soaring into the sky above Laguiole.
* We provide free U.S. base warranty and repair support for Forge de Laguiole items purchased from one of our U.S retailers or Laguiole-Imports.com.
Forge de Laguiole items purchased overseas or from an unauthorized retail channel will need to be shipped to France and back to the U.S. at the owner's expanse. The original retail channel will need to be contacted for assistance.
