FORGE DE LAGUIOLE Original Handmade in France

Pocket knives, steak knives, sommelier tools and exclusive Damascus collector’s knives from the FORGE DE LAGUIOLE manufactory rank among the finest blades in France. They stand for precise craftsmanship, authentic production and an aesthetic that sets international standards. These original knives are available at the traditional specialist shop Messer Rödter – founded in 1909 – as well as in the online store.

FORGE DE LAGUIOLE – Genuine craftsmanship from its place of origin

FORGE DE LAGUIOLE has been manufacturing again at its original birthplace since 1987: in the village of Laguiole in the Aveyron region. The striking factory building, designed by Philippe Starck, unites traditional forms with modern architecture – a visible commitment to authenticity reflected in every knife.

Complete production depth – originals instead of mass-produced items

Every production step takes place on site: forging, hardening, grinding, guilloching, chiselling, assembling and polishing. Each knife is fully crafted in the workshop and accompanied by a single knifemaker from raw blank to completion. This uncompromising manufacturing depth has been honoured with the French heritage label Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV).

In contrast to industrial “Laguiole knives” produced abroad, FORGE DE LAGUIOLE manufactures exclusively in the village of Laguiole – each knife is a genuine original.

Materials of the highest quality

Depending on the series, blades are forged from T12 or T14 stainless steel, XC75 carbon steel, or stainless/non-stainless Damascus steel. Bolsters are precision-cut, liners are cold-pressed, and the bee and spring are warm-guilloché or hand-chiselled. Handle materials include premium natural resources such as Aubrac cattle horn, cow horn, stag horn, warthog tooth, ram horn, mammoth, boxwood, olive, juniper, pistachio, amourette, ebony, rosewood, thuja, birch, oak cask wood and centuries-old bog oak.

Quality you can feel – mechanics, grind and balance

A genuine FORGE DE LAGUIOLE reveals itself through its precise grind, smooth mechanics and perfect balance. All knives comply with the standards of the collective trademark Laguiole Origine Garantie and represent French bladesmithing at its finest.

Variety of collections – from tradition to luxury

From the classic Tradition series to the artistically refined Luxe Collection, FORGE DE LAGUIOLE offers an impressive range. Many knives feature the traditional shepherd’s cross and the iconic bee. Popular sizes include 7–9 cm, 11 cm and 12 cm.

Further knife categories can be found in the main category Messer.

Expert advice & service since 1909

Anyone wishing to acquire an original FORGE DE LAGUIOLE knife will find personal advice, expertise and a long-standing connection to the manufactory. The specialist shop Messer Rödter – founded in 1909 – has accompanied the brand since its very first days in 1987.

Contact: kontakt@scharferladen.de