Au Sabot Laguiole Prestige 10cm Pocket Knife Straight Stainless Bolstered Olive Handle

10cm Laguiole pattern knife from Massif Central region, made in Thiers, France for Au Sabot with stainless steel blade, two stainless bolsters and olive handle scales.

Laguiole pattern knives are the most famous of the French regional style knives originating in the early to mid 19th century with the current footprint being established in the 1860s as a blend of local straight bladed "laguiole droit" and the Spanish “navaja” folders.

The story goes that these knives were introduced to the region from seasonally migrating French shepherds who brought them back from Spain after the winter months. There are plenty of stories told about the bee or “mouche" (fly) design on the backspring as well as the cross shaped pins on the handle. These features as well as the secondary awl and corkscrews were added over time.

Established in 1870 and still a family run business, Au Sabot makes knives in traditional and original patterns in Thiers, France. They utilize a wide range of new and old equipment and Thiers skilled-handwork is the keystone of their production.