Au Nain Laguiole Set of 4 Steak Knives with Juniper Wood Handles

Dating back over six hundred years, the Thiers region of France is renowned for its excellence in knife making where Au Nain’s Laguiole steak knives are meticulously handcrafted. Each knife is individually handmade by local artisans using time-honored craftsmanship. These knives have razor-sharp stainless-steel blades that easily slice through steak while feeling substantial and comfortable in your hand. Au Nain’s distinguished Laguiole steak knives have rustic handles made of natural juniper wood that feature decorative etching on the spine of the knife and embellished rivets. As these Laguiole steak knives are made from an attractive wood grain that is entirely natural, no handle is exactly the same. Laguiole knives are a traditional style of knife that originated in France in the 1820’s and is renowned for its three-rivet curved handle and a bee emblem, the symbol of Napoleon and French monarchy on the bolster. These steak knives come housed in a beautiful wood box that is ideal for storage and gift giving.

The legend of Au Nain began in 1885 in St. Remy, France, by the current owner’s great-grandfather, Gaston Saint-Joanis. When his main competitor boasted of being the “Giant of the knife”, the imposing 6’5” Saint-Joanis replied with characteristic humor and panache by creating the brand “Au Nain” … the dwarf! And that is how this giant of the French cutlery business was born! Four generations later, Au Nain has established its reputation with consumers around the world who demand high standards from their handmade stainless-steel knives and utensils.

• Traditional Laguiole knives with three rivets and Napoleon’s iconic bee emblem on the bolster
• Razor-sharp serrated stainless steel blades slice through steak with ease
• Well-balanced, substantial, and comfortable to hold and use
• Exquisitely handcrafted in the Theirs region of France since the 1800’s by generations of a family of master knife artisans
• Hand wash due to the stunning natural juniper wood handles
• Impeccable quality and construction, ideal for professional and home use
• Since its inception in 1885, Au Nain has been a family run business that preserves tradition and artisanship in their knife making
• Packaged elegantly in a wood box ideal for storage and gift giving