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.