{"product_id":"forge-de-laguiole-brass-tradition-12-cm-light-horn-tip-with-awl","title":"Forge de Laguiole Brass Tradition 12 cm Horn Tip with Awl","description":"\u003csection style=\"font-family: sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 30px;\" aria-labelledby=\"pocket-knife-header\" role=\"region\"\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eForge de Laguiole Brass Tradition 12 cm Pocket Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e with an integrated awl is a masterful example of French heritage cutlery. Handcrafted in the village of Laguiole, this model features a handle carved from \u003cstrong\u003eLight Horn Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e, a material prized for its translucent beauty, showcasing a palette of creamy whites, honey amber, and soft marbled greys. This particular variation is accented by \u003cstrong\u003esolid brass bolsters\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a classic, golden contrast that will develop a unique patina over time, echoing the aesthetics of the 19th-century originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a \u003cstrong\u003eforged awl (trocar)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this multi-purpose tool serves as a punch or drill, historically used by shepherds for leatherwork or emergency veterinary care. Today, it adds a layer of rugged utility to a refined daily companion. Like all Forge de Laguiole instruments, it features a \u003cstrong\u003eforged T12 steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eone-piece forged bee\u003c\/strong\u003e seamlessly integrated with a hand-decorated spring, ensuring structural integrity and a lifetime of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.3em; color: #333; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eWhat is a Forged Bee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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 \u003cstrong\u003eno visible gaps\u003c\/strong\u003e, the bee and spring were forged from a single piece of metal. This traditional method preserves the historical authenticity and durability of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contrast, many budget-friendly options feature \u003cstrong\u003esoldered bees\u003c\/strong\u003e, recognizable by a straight gap or ridge where the bee is attached. Soldering is a modern, cost-saving method that lacks the culinary and artisanal value of a true Forge de Laguiole instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #dddddd; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background-color: #003366; color: #ffffff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; text-align: left; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eThe Laguiole Imports Guarantee\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Made in France in the village of Laguiole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Based Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: #0055aa; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Forge de Laguiole Warranty and Repair Support Information\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.laguiole-imports.com\/pages\/laguiole-repair-warranty-support\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Warranty \u0026amp; Repairs Support \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e↗\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFast Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most orders ship the same business day from Jacksonville, FL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n \u003cimg style=\"max-width: 150px; height: auto;\" alt=\"Forge de Laguiole Seal of Authenticity\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/FORGE_DE_LAGUIOLE_SEAL_OF_AUTHENTICITY_-_150_160x160_baa75a4f-e4ee-41c5-a857-e48d821d2773.png?v=1756210231\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.75\" (12.06 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.75\" (22.23 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring \u0026amp; Bee: \u003c\/strong\u003eOne piece forged (no soldered bee).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\" (10.6 cm) - 3 mm thick, made of \u003ca is=\"\" title=\"How Laguiole knife forged blade are made\" href=\"https:\/\/www.laguiole-imports.com\/pages\/laguiole-forged-blades\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eforged T12 alloy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85 grams (3 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolsters \u0026amp; Liners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forged T12 Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlip Joint Closure: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.laguiole-imports.com\/pages\/what-is-a-slip-joint-knife\" title=\"What is a Slip Joint Knife?\"\u003eLearn more\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Forge de Laguiole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29113852919877,"sku":"3212 BC","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/products\/Forge-de-Laguiole-Brass-Tradition-12-cm-Horn-Tip-with-Awl-Forge-de-Laguiole.jpg?v=1685925889","url":"https:\/\/www.laguiole-imports.com\/products\/forge-de-laguiole-brass-tradition-12-cm-light-horn-tip-with-awl","provider":"Laguiole Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}