The Carvé series is a range of Laguiole knives that feature a hand-carved bee and spring, which is usually a more expensive feature to find in such knives. Each knife in the series is crafted by the shop's most skilled and experienced cutler, ensuring that every piece is unique and reflects the artisan's work ethic.
This particular knife was made in the village of Laguiole and is equipped with a forged bee and forged in-house blade. The handle is adorned with the traditional Laguiole shepherd's cross on the left side.
The Forge de Laguiole workshop operates in the small village of Laguiole, France, which has a population of only 1300. The village is where the famous Laguiole knife first appeared in the early 1800s, and today, Forge de Laguiole is considered the leading brand in the Laguiole cutlery business. The company's reputation for quality, innovation, and ethical practices has made it the go-to luxury brand for Laguiole knives despite employing only 100 people.
A 12 cm Laguiole folding knife can be used as a steak knife; its open length is 8. 3/4" vs. ~9" for a standard steak knife. Why use such a knife at the dinner table or your favorite steak house? Check out our article (new tab) for the surprising answer.
You can recognize a forged bee when you look just below it, where it meets the decorated spring. If you do not see any gaps, it's a good sign that the bee and spring are forged from the same piece of metal. You can also recognize a soldered bee by noticing a straight gap/ridge where the bee meets the spring.
Many Laguiole pocket knives from most manufacturers, including Forge de Laguiole (7 cm knives), offer "soldered bees" models. Most Laguiole knives found on the market are solder bee models. Adding the bee to the spring by soldering saves time and money; this is why the cost of soldered bee knives can be substantially less. The original Laguiole knives had forged bees.
A one piece "spring & bee" during forging
Olivewood harvested in France or Italy. Please note that the actual handle color and pattern of the item you receive may vary from the stock photos.
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.
Forging a knife blade at Forge de Laguiole
How to Maintain Your Pocket Knife
Pocket Knives are designed for cutting only. Do not use it as a screwdriver, crowbar, wood chisel, as this can cause irreversible damage and void the warranty.
To keep your pocket knife in top condition, follow these maintenance tips:
Important Note: Tuf Glide is not considered a "food-safe" product. Avoid using it on knives that come into contact with food.
By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your pocket knife remains reliable and ready for your next adventure.
The Carvé series is a range of Laguiole knives that feature a hand-carved bee and spring, which is usually a more expensive feature to find in such knives. Each knife in the series is crafted by the shop's most skilled and experienced cutler, ensuring that every piece is unique and reflects the artisan's work ethic.
This particular knife was made in the village of Laguiole and is equipped with a forged bee and forged in-house blade. The handle is adorned with the traditional Laguiole shepherd's cross on the left side.
The Forge de Laguiole workshop operates in the small village of Laguiole, France, which has a population of only 1300. The village is where the famous Laguiole knife first appeared in the early 1800s, and today, Forge de Laguiole is considered the leading brand in the Laguiole cutlery business. The company's reputation for quality, innovation, and ethical practices has made it the go-to luxury brand for Laguiole knives despite employing only 100 people.
A 12 cm Laguiole folding knife can be used as a steak knife; its open length is 8. 3/4" vs. ~9" for a standard steak knife. Why use such a knife at the dinner table or your favorite steak house? Check out our article (new tab) for the surprising answer.
You can recognize a forged bee when you look just below it, where it meets the decorated spring. If you do not see any gaps, it's a good sign that the bee and spring are forged from the same piece of metal. You can also recognize a soldered bee by noticing a straight gap/ridge where the bee meets the spring.
Many Laguiole pocket knives from most manufacturers, including Forge de Laguiole (7 cm knives), offer "soldered bees" models. Most Laguiole knives found on the market are solder bee models. Adding the bee to the spring by soldering saves time and money; this is why the cost of soldered bee knives can be substantially less. The original Laguiole knives had forged bees.
A one piece "spring & bee" during forging
Olivewood harvested in France or Italy. Please note that the actual handle color and pattern of the item you receive may vary from the stock photos.
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.
Forging a knife blade at Forge de Laguiole
How to Maintain Your Pocket Knife
Pocket Knives are designed for cutting only. Do not use it as a screwdriver, crowbar, wood chisel, as this can cause irreversible damage and void the warranty.
To keep your pocket knife in top condition, follow these maintenance tips:
Important Note: Tuf Glide is not considered a "food-safe" product. Avoid using it on knives that come into contact with food.
By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your pocket knife remains reliable and ready for your next adventure.
