Laguiole Honore Durand Folding Pocket Knife. Handmade in Laguiole, France. Authentic 10cm Laguiole Knife. Sandvik 12C27 Blade, Walnut Handle, Hand Forged Massive Bee, Shiny Bolsters

Description

"The word Laguiole (pronounced “LAYULL”), being the name of a village, was never allowed to be registered as a trademark. Therefore, products bearing the name Laguiole are made by a number of different manufacturers in France. Some are located in the city of Theirs and two others in the village of Laguiole, where the knife was “historically” conceived some 200 years ago. However, some Laguiole products originate from different countries and in this case, the quality of the components and workmanship can vary greatly. - Laguiole Durand has been family owned and operated for the last 30 years. They are one of two craft knife makers located in the town of Laguiole, France. - The company is recognized as a living heritage workshop by the French state for excellence of their tradition and know-how. - The bee was Napoleon Bonaparte's imperial seal. Local legend says that the right to use the bee was offered to the town of Laguiole, as a token of his gratitude for their courage during battle. - Legend also has it that shepherds used to plant the blade of their knife in the ground as they traveled with their herd. As the knife stood up vertically, the cross embellishment on the handle would give them a focal point for prayer. - Honoré Durand is recognized by the French State as a Master Craftsman. Christophe Durand has earned a Craftsman recognition. Both brothers own and operate the company today. - A majority of their components are made in-house, including the blades, springs, plates and bolsters and leather sheaths. The corkscrews and rivets are currently sourced from within France. - Each knife is made from start to finish by one cutler. This includes the assembly, the shaping and the polishing. There are between 100 and 200 production steps per knife and some models bear the makers initials on the inside of the knife spring. - They are the only maker in Laguiole, France to have an in-house Damascus steel forge. - The blade material is made of Sandvik12C