Laguiole Pocket Knife in Olivewood with Damascus Blade & Hand-Engraved Plates

499€

GBP: 425£

This refined Laguiole folding knife features a handle fashioned from olivewood sourced in the Mediterranean region, celebrated for its warm honey tones and expressive, swirling grain. Each handle is individually unique, showcasing the natural variations of the wood and lending every knife its own identity. The smooth satin polish brings out the richness of the grain while offering a comfortable, tactile grip.

The Balbach Damascus blade is expertly forged from multiple layers of stainless steel, folded and forge-welded to create elegant, undulating wave patterns that run through the blade itself. These markings are not simply etched but are part of the steel’s very structure, ensuring lasting durability and resistance to corrosion. Finished with hand-engraved liners and polished bolsters, this handcrafted piece embodies both utility and sophisticated style.

1 in stock

Choose the packaging: Special offer (optional)*

Cotton Pouch

Synthetic leather case

Synthetic leather case & Oak box
Gift wrapping and message card

Classic packaging

Gift wrapping without a message card.

Gift wrapping and blank message card to write.

Gift wrapping and message cards we’ll write for you.

Please write your message here to be transcribed on the gift card:

✓ In stock. Order today for estimated delivery by Friday 30 October

laguiole pocket knife in olivewood with damascus blade & hand engraved plates

The Damascus blade is crafted from multiple layers of stainless steel, expertly forge-welded and folded to produce distinctive patterns that are never etched but formed within the metal itself. An unmistakable visual hallmark that defines this exceptional knife.

Laguiole Pocket Knife with Damascus Blade & Hand-Engraved Plates in Olivewood

This Laguiole pocket knife is expertly handmade in the Laguiole en Aubrac workshop in France. The handle is fashioned from Mediterranean olivewood, selected for its golden hues and graceful flowing grain. No two handles are alike, each revealing subtle patterns polished to a gentle satin sheen.

Handle length: 12 cm – olivewood, satin finish.
Shepherd’s cross delicately inlaid on the handle.
Hand-engraved plates. Polished stainless steel bolsters.
Blade length: 11 cm – Balbach Damascus steel, layered and forged.
Forged bee and finely hand-chiselled spring.
Handcrafted by one cutler from start to finish.
Cotton pouch and numbered certificate included.
14-page booklet detailing the artisan process.
Lifetime guarantee against production defects.

Olivewood offers warm tones and smooth texture with each piece reflecting its unique origin. Paired with a Damascus blade and hand-engraved plates, this knife embodies authentic elegance and lasting quality.

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.

Specifications

Blending natural elegance with distinguished French artistry, this Laguiole pocket knife celebrates the heritage of southern craftsmanship. The 12 cm handle is carved from Mediterranean olivewood, displaying soft golden hues and gentle grain variations unique to every piece. A satin finish imparts a subtle sheen that enhances the timber’s organic charm without detracting from its authentic character.

The Balbach Damascus steel blade introduces graceful movement with its flowing layered patterns, combining aesthetic beauty and impressive cutting precision. Each detail — from the hand-sculpted bee motif to the engraved liners and polished stainless bolsters — reflects a dedication to traditional workmanship. Handcrafted in Laguiole en Aubrac, France, this exceptional knife is designed for those who value genuine materials and timeless design.

Olivewood

Olivewood is harvested from mature trees in the Mediterranean, selected from dense sections with the most graceful grain and refined structure. Naturally smooth and resilient, it reveals flowing lines and warm golden hues, ranging from pale honey to rich caramel tones. Each handle is singular in its pattern.

Carefully polished, olivewood acquires a soft satin finish that accentuates its natural texture and layered markings. Small knots or subtle colour shifts are not flaws but unique characteristics — each piece reflecting the tree’s history and growth.

In knife making, olivewood is prized for its tactile warmth, strength, and visual appeal. When combined with Damascus steel, it offers a harmonious blend of authenticity, tradition, and understated beauty.

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.