Laguiole en Aubrac 6-Piece Steak Knife Set, Brown Pakka Handles

Bring the table traditions of southern France to your own table with the Laguiole en Aubrac 6-Piece Steak Knife Set. Each knife is handcrafted in Espalion, in the historic Laguiole region, by artisans who carry on generations of French cutlery know-how. The set has the clean lines and slight curve that have made the Laguiole silhouette famous worldwide, and each knife is made to last for generations.

The Handles: Brown Pakka
The handles are made of brown Pakka, a material that looks and feels like fine hardwood but is much tougher. Thin hardwood veneers are layered, filled with resin and pressed into a dense block. When the block is shaped into a handle, the cut through the layers shows rippling contours of dark chocolate, chestnut and warm honey, much like the growth rings of an old tree. Because every block is cut differently, no two handles share the same pattern. Each set is a family of six closely matched pieces, and each knife has its own grain.

Pakka handles moisture, heat and daily use much better than natural wood, so they won’t crack, warp or fade over time. Each handle ends in a brushed stainless steel bolster with the traditional Laguiole curve, which rests comfortably in the palm.

The Shepherd’s Cross
Set into the face of every handle are small metal pins in the shape of the Shepherd’s Cross. The tradition comes from the Aubrac plateau. Shepherds who spent long months in the high pastures far from church are said to have pushed their knife upright into the ground and prayed before the cross on its handle. Today the cross is one of the defining marks of an authentic Laguiole.

The Spine and the Bee
Turn the knife over and you’ll find a stainless steel spine running the full length of the handle, cut through with a pattern of crescents and small stars. The pattern repeats on the end of the bolster. At the base of the blade sits the bee, the emblem most closely tied to the Laguiole name, with its wings spread over the bolster.

The Blade
The 4.25-inch blades are made of Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, a Swedish steel cutlers value for its fine grain, edge retention and strong resistance to corrosion. The straight, non-serrated edge cuts cleanly through meat instead of tearing its fibers, which keeps the juices in every slice. The blades have a matte finish, and each carries the Laguiole en Aubrac bull’s-head mark as a sign of authenticity.

A Gift Worth Keeping
The six knives come in a light wooden presentation box with a black felt lining, engraved with the Laguiole en Aubrac name, along with a Certificate of Authenticity. The set suits both everyday family dinners and formal entertaining. It makes a lasting wedding, anniversary or housewarming gift, the kind that is handed down to the next generation.

Features

• Set of 6 handcrafted French steak knives
• Blade forged from Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, matte finish
• Brown Pakka handles: hardwood veneers layered, infused with resin and pressed. More resistant to heat, water and warping than natural wood
• Shepherd’s Cross inlaid on each handle
• Decorative bee on the bolster
• Stainless steel spine with crescent and star cut-outs
• Brushed stainless steel bolsters
• Straight (non-serrated) edge for clean, precise cuts

Specifications

• Blade length: 4.25 in (11 cm)
• Overall length: 9 in (23 cm)
• Net weight: 3.27 oz (92.8 gr) per knife
• Blade material: Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel
• Handle material: Pakka (brown)
• Bolsters: brushed stainless steel
• Made in Espalion, France, within the historic Laguiole region

In the Box

• 6 Laguiole en Aubrac steak knives
• Wooden presentation box with felt-lined insert
• 22-page Laguiole artisanal charter guide
• Certificate of Authenticity

Care

Wash by hand in warm, soapy water and dry right away. Keep the knives out of the dishwasher: the heat and harsh detergents will dull the edge and wear the handles over time. Store them in their box to protect the edges.