Fork - Malachite

Polished fork with a handle made of malachite.

In the Aubrac region of southern France, you will find the small village of Laguiole, which has become world-renowned for its knives with the characteristic profile of the blade, which has become the symbol of what a good steak knife is.

At Laguiole en Aubrac, some of the absolute best of their kind are produced. It is important to understand that there are many different manufacturers, while only a few of them are actually located in Laguiole. Here, we are talking about traditional manual labor and fine craftsmanship. A knife - or any other piece of cutlery - from Laguiole en Aubrac is indeed handmade. A variety of natural materials such as different horns, antlers, and of course, wood types from around the world are used for the handles.

The steel in the blade as well as the natural materials and the degree of true craftsmanship in the cutlery are some of the things that set Laguiole en Aubrac apart from the many other manufacturers on the market. Here, you do not just get a knife; you buy a small piece of history.

The fork is not dishwasher safe!

Cutlery from Laguiole en Aubrac is made with natural materials. Therefore, the knife you purchase may not necessarily be exactly the same as the one shown in the picture here.