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Antares
Awesome folding knife. Tribute to Seize's art work. Proud to own them.
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Seize folding knife – Sublimation Street Art “ANTARES”
Rated 5.0 out of 5
$224.00
- Overview
- What's Included
- Specs.
Overview
The Forge de Laguiole SEIZE "Antarès" is a striking fusion of traditional French cutlery and contemporary urban culture. This limited-edition 11 cm folding knife is the result of an exclusive collaboration with the renowned French street artist SEIZE. Featuring a handle adorned with vibrant, geometric patterns achieved through a high-precision sublimation process, the "Antarès" model brings a bold, modern energy to the classic Laguiole silhouette.
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 entirely by a single master artisan in the village of Laguiole, ensuring that while the aesthetic is avant-garde, the craftsmanship remains strictly traditional.
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. |
What's Included
- 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.
Specs.
- Closed length: 4.33 inches (11 cm)
- Open length: 8 inches (20.30 cm)
- Spring & Bee: One piece forged (no soldered bee).
- Blade: 3.67 inches (9.32 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
Forging a knife blade at Forge de Laguiole
