Laguiole Pocket Knife Double Plates in Ram Horn with Damascus Blade

675€

GBP: 575£

This distinguished Laguiole folding knife features a handle shaped from authentic ram horn, valued for its strength and warm, organic appearance. Every handle is carefully selected and polished to reveal natural transitions in colour, with fine textural details that enhance its tactile appeal.

The Damascus blade, layered and folded by Balbach, displays elegant waves that traverse the entire steel cross-section. Unlike etched designs, these patterns emerge from centuries-old techniques perfected in French forges. Hand-engraved double plates strengthen the structure, while polished bolsters add a sophisticated accent.

Topped with the signature forged bee, this knife is handcrafted in France by a single artisan. It is an enduring piece that marries utility, heritage and a dedication to excellence.

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laguiole pocket knife double plates in ram horn 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 – Ram Horn Handle

This Laguiole knife is handcrafted in France by skilled artisans who maintain the region’s heritage of fine cutlery. The handle is shaped from natural ram horn, known for its warm cream and caramel tones, organic striations and smooth feel. Each handle is polished to a high-gloss finish that highlights the unique character of the horn.

Handle: 12 cm – ram horn, high-gloss polished.
Double liners, hand-guilloché with precise filework.
Blade: 11 cm – Balbach stainless Damascus steel, forged pattern.
Forged bee and hand-engraved back spring.
Hand-assembled in the Laguiole en Aubrac workshop.
Includes cotton pouch and numbered certificate of authenticity.
Comes with a 14-page artisanal charter outlining craftsmanship.
Lifetime warranty covering manufacturing faults.

A distinguished piece blending natural horn, precise forging and French tradition — made to be admired and cherished for generations.

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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Selected from mature ram horn, this handle combines natural resilience with timeless character. Each piece displays a unique interplay of tones, ranging from pale ivory to warm caramel and deep brown. Polished to a gentle lustre, the surface retains subtle organic markings that speak to the authenticity of the material.

Forged by Balbach, the Damascus blade features layers of stainless steel folded into flowing, mineral-like patterns. These motifs are not superficial decoration but the result of traditional forge-welding that ensures both strength and individuality. Polished stainless steel bolsters and the emblematic forged bee highlight the knife’s heritage.

Hand-guilloché double plates and intricate filework along the back spring contribute to both structure and elegance. Entirely handcrafted in Laguiole en Aubrac by a cutler, this piece is a refined celebration of authenticity and skilled artistry.

Ram Horn

Ram horn is sourced from mature animals, cut from the most solid sections where the material is strongest and most stable. Naturally smooth and dense, it displays organic patterns and tones ranging from creamy ivory to dark brown. Every handle is distinctive in colour and figure.

Once polished, ram horn develops a soft gloss that highlights its natural curves and translucent areas. Small surface marks or variations are not flaws but unique signatures — each piece preserving the story of the animal it came from.

In knife making, ram horn is respected for its strength, resilience, and warm tactility. Combined with Damascus steel, it creates a blend of enduring tradition, authenticity, and refined character.

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.