Laguiole Pocket Knife Double Plates in Grapevine Wood with Damascus Blade

675€

GBP: 575£

This remarkable Laguiole pocket knife features a handle hewn from authentic grapevine wood — a rare material imbued with natural history and expressive texture. Dense and resilient, the wood displays warm earthy tones and distinctive grain variations shaped by time. Carefully polished to a satin finish, the surface reveals a quiet elegance and an unmistakable organic character.

The blade is crafted from Balbach stainless Damascus steel, layered to create a mesmerising wave pattern that runs through the entire cross-section. Unlike superficial etching, these motifs are forged directly into the metal, ensuring each blade is as unique as the handle itself. Double plates hand-engraved with meticulous detail enhance the structural integrity and the aesthetic depth of the piece.

Polished stainless steel bolsters and the signature forged bee highlight the traditional origins of this design. Entirely handmade in France, this knife is not merely a functional object but a celebration of heritage and artistry — destined to be treasured by those who appreciate fine craftsmanship.

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laguiole pocket knife double plates in grapevine wood with damascus blade

The Damascus blade is crafted from multiple layers of stainless steel, expertly forge-welded and folded to create distinctive patterns that are never etched but emerge naturally within the metal itself. A true visual hallmark that perfectly complements the double liners and refined construction of this exceptional knife.

Laguiole Pocket Knife with Damascus Balbach Blade & Double Liners – Vine Stock Wood Handle

This Laguiole knife is handcrafted in the Aubrac region by a single expert cutler. The handle is made from vine stock wood, a rugged, naturally textured material known for its dense grain and warm, irregular color variations. Each piece reflects the singular beauty of time-weathered vines.

Handle: 12 cm – vine stock wood, satin polished.
Shepherd's cross inlaid on the left side of the handle.
Double liners, hand-guilloché with fine filework.
Blade: 11 cm – Balbach stainless Damascus steel, forged pattern.
Forged bee and hand-engraved back spring.
Hand-assembled by a single artisan in the Laguiole en Aubrac workshop.
Comes with cotton pouch and numbered certificate of authenticity.
Includes 14-page artisanal charter from the manufacturer.
Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

A prestigious knife combining noble materials, traditional forging, and French artisanal excellence — crafted to be both refined and enduring.

Please note that Damascus blade knives are individually unique. All photos are for illustrative purposes only and are not contractual. The bee decoration (chiselled or plain), the style of decorative motifs on the plates or double plates, as well as the grain, colour and natural markings of the handle, will vary from one piece to another. Each knife is truly one of a kind.

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Once nurtured in the rich soil of renowned vineyards, this grapevine wood has been carefully repurposed into an elegant Laguiole pocket knife handle. Its deep amber shades, irregular grain and subtle fissures are genuine hallmarks of age and authenticity. No two pieces are alike, with each handle telling the story of decades spent producing exceptional grapes before being transformed by skilled hands.

The stainless Damascus blade, forged by Balbach, combines striking aesthetics with impressive performance. Layers of steel are folded and forge-welded to reveal flowing, mineral-like patterns that will never fade or wear away. Polished bolsters provide a refined frame, while the forged bee — a traditional emblem of Laguiole — sits proudly on the spine.

Hand-guilloché double plates and intricate filework along the back spring complete the knife, adding both strength and ornamental character. Fully handcrafted in Laguiole en Aubrac by a single master cutler, this piece embodies the artistry, precision and heritage of fine French cutlery.

Grapevine Wood

Grapevine wood is reclaimed from mature vines that have weathered decades of cultivation, carefully selected for their dense grain and expressive character. Naturally robust and richly textured, it shows a spectrum of warm amber tones and organic fissures unique to each piece.

Polished to a satin finish, the surface reveals fine lines, knots and colour variations that evoke the vine’s history. These irregularities are not defects but hallmarks of authenticity — each handle telling a story shaped by time and nature.

In knife making, grapevine wood is appreciated for its natural beauty, tactile warmth and rarity. Paired with Damascus steel, it creates an elegant fusion of heritage and artisanal skill.

This video offers the opportunity to appreciate every aspect of this handcrafted Laguiole knife — from the unique grain of its handle to the intricate, forged Damascus patterns. Crafted entirely in France by Laguiole en Aubrac, it stands as a testament to superb workmanship and timeless design.

Damascus Blades: A Heritage of Craftsmanship and Modern Excellence

A Damascus blade is far more than a simple cutting tool — it embodies an ancient craft perfected over more than two millennia. First developed in ancient India and later refined throughout the Middle East, this technique involves layering steels with different properties, forge-welding them under intense heat, and repeatedly folding and hammering the metal. The outcome is a blade that combines strength, flexibility and remarkable sharpness. Its distinctive wave-like patterns, reminiscent of natural mineral formations, are forged into the steel itself, ensuring that each blade is entirely unique.

Historically, Damascus steel was susceptible to rust and needed frequent maintenance. Thanks to advances in metallurgy — particularly by forges such as Balbach in Germany — it is now possible to create stainless Damascus blades. These retain their captivating forged patterns while providing excellent resistance to everyday corrosion. Modern Damascus truly offers the best of both worlds: the noble tradition of hand-forging and the innovation of contemporary steel craftsmanship.