Forge de Laguiole Collection 12 cm Spalted Maple
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Meticulously handcrafted start-to-finish within the official Forge de Laguiole manufactory in Laguiole, France, each individual knife is forged, assembled, and hand-chiseled by a single dedicated master blacksmith, ensuring exceptional quality and individual character in every final piece.
Actual Item Photography: Because the natural spalting process creates a one-of-a-kind pattern of marble-like veins and rich contrast, every knife in this collection is individually photographed. The images shown are of the exact knife you will receive. This ensures total transparency, allowing you to appreciate the specific organic character and hand-chiseled "Guilloché" artistry of your unique piece before it arrives.
Hand-Chiseled Artistry: Unlike standard models, every "Collection" folding knife features a bee and spring that are entirely hand-filed and chiseled by the same artisan who forged the tool. This intricate work is a unique signature of the maker, ensuring that no two pieces are ever identical. Every file stroke reflects the centuries-old tradition preserved within the Forge de Laguiole workshop.
Handle Character: This extraordinary model features a handle crafted from rare Spalted Maple wood, a highly sought-after hardwood prized for its striking visual drama. "Spalting" is a natural organic process where delicate dark lines and intricate, marble-like veins are formed through the wood as it cures. Ranging from pale cream and warm amber to jet-black ribboned contrast, no two Spalted Maple handles are ever identical—making each knife a true collector's item.
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Shopping for a unique pocket knife not only holds the promise of ownership but the excitement of finally beholding an item admired through a screen. However, all too often, what was envisioned and what is unboxed bear a startling, sometimes painful discrepancy.
You will receive the actual folding knife shown in the photos.
No one wants to view photos of a beautiful and unique knife and receive something not even close to the representative image; this is why we take pictures of each piece. Select your One-Of-A-Kind knife!
Things to Look For
The file work on the springs (top of handle) are individually hand filled by a French artisan, therefore all are different. Additionally, two handles made from the same material can have very different patterns.
You need to know
- If you do not checkout after adding this unique folding knife to your cart, someone else may purchase it.
- After purchasing this knife the unique photo(s) may be replaced within hours. Feel free to save the actual photos of your knife for personal use.
- 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.
- Closed length: 4.75" (12.06 cm)
- Open length: 8.75" (22.23 cm)
- Spring & Bee: Hand Chiseled One piece forged (no soldered bee).
- Blade: 4" (10.6 cm) - 3 mm thick made of forged T12 alloy.
- Weight: Approx. 85 grams (3 oz)
- Bolsters & Liners: Forged T12 Steel
- Slip Joint Closure: Learn more
Chiseling a Bee at Forge de Laguiole
