The L0512 Full Handle series strips the classic Laguiole down to its purest line. With no stainless steel bolsters at either end, the handle material runs uninterrupted from the spring to the tip of the handle, so the natural beauty of the teak burl becomes the whole story. Forged, fitted and finished by hand in Espalion, France, within the historic Laguiole region, it is a knife made to be carried, used and handed down.
The Full Handle Difference
On the L0512, the handle material is the handle. Where the classic L0212 frames its scales between two polished stainless steel bolsters, the full handle design carries the teak burl from end to end in one continuous piece of material. The result is a lighter, warmer feel in the hand and a sleeker, more contemporary silhouette.
Part of the Animal Medallion Series, this L0512 Full Handle knife trades the traditional bee for a hand-engraved ram medallion and pairs it with a handle of ram horn crust. With no stainless steel bolsters at either end, the horn runs uninterrupted from the spring to the tip of the handle, its natural ridges and rugged texture left on display. Forged, fitted and finished by hand in Espalion, France, within the historic Laguiole region, it is a knife made to be carried, used and handed down.
Features
Sandvik 12C27M stainless steel blade — An ultra-strong Swedish steel that resists corrosion and holds a keen edge, made to last a lifetime.
Hand-forged ram medallion — In place of the traditional bee, the medallion and spring are forged together from a single piece of steel, then hand-engraved with a ram’s head set against a darkened background.
Ram horn crust full handle — The horn’s outer crust is kept rather than polished away, preserving its natural ridges and growth marks. Tones range from honey blond to smoky gray, so no two knives are alike.
Openwork spine — The back spring is hand-filed in a flowing, interlaced pattern along its full length.
Fully handmade — Assembled and finished by hand in Espalion.
Blade length — 4.75 in (12 cm).
Weight — 2.55 oz (72.3 g).
Certificate of authenticity — Every knife ships with its certificate, guaranteeing its origin.
Made in Espalion, France — Crafted within the historic Laguiole region, the true home of the Laguiole knife, not elsewhere in France.
Care
Hand wash and dry immediately; never put it in the dishwasher.
Avoid prolonged soaking, which can damage the horn handle.
Nourish the horn now and then with a drop of neutral oil.
