Forge de Laguiole Bread Knife

Forge de Laguiole's Bread Knife adheres to the proud tradition of this French cutler. It is completely assembled by hand. The skilfully forged 17.5 cm blade has been hardened using T12 blade steel and, like the elegant wood handle, subsequently honed and refined by hand. The stylised bee and the intricate decoration on the back of the knife are a hallmark of the Laguiole cutlers. The serrated steel edge is ideal for cutting all kinds of bread. The knife is nice to hold and stays sharp for a long time.

In the mountains of south-central France, in the town of Laguiole, a tradition of manufacturing the country's finest knives has existed for centuries. The town's steak knives are a favorite gift at French weddings, as much a standard of excellence and source of pride as wine is in Bordeaux. This long standing reputation for quality is evident in a superbly crafted line of corkscrews. First appearing in 1880, these distinctive corkscrews have been hand assembled in many variations by the town's artisans. We have selected the most elegant of these hand crafted tools for your use. If you do not see what you are looking for, please contact us, as many other items can be special ordered.

All pieces are forged, stamped, flattened, hardened, honed, burnished and sharpened to the highest of standards. Handles are constructed from a variety of finishes. These tools are both seamless in design and functionality. This is the one corkscrew that could be used everyday with delight and passed on with pride as an heirloom. Each Laguiole comes with a certificate of authenticity and a leather case. To read more about Forge-de-Laguiole, click here.