Laguiole Knives without Corkscrew

Why choose a single blade folding knife?

With a single blade folding knife, everything stays simple. There's one blade to open, one to close, and nothing else to catch on your keys or your pocket lining. For everyday tasks, from cutting twine to peeling fruit, that's all you need. With nothing else folded inside, the classic Laguiole curve runs clean from end to end. If you mostly use a knife for small daily jobs rather than opening wine, this is the version to choose.

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Watch the walnut single-blade knife

A close look at the polished walnut handle of this single-blade Laguiole.

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Walnut, boxwood or thuya

Walnut is a rich brown wood with a flowing grain, polished here to a warm glow. Boxwood is pale and buttery, with a fine, even texture, also polished. Thuya has a lively, swirling figure, satin-finished to a low sheen. Go with walnut for warmth, boxwood for a light look or thuya for bold grain. Because these are natural woods, your handle's grain will be its own, slightly different from the photo, and no two knives will look quite alike.

A simple pocket knife from a French maker

A simple pocket knife still leaves you plenty to choose from. All the knives here are handmade in France by Laguiole en Aubrac, the maker's name sits on the blade, and the range covers many handle materials and several shapes, including the rounder Crocus and spiral-carved handles. Pick the classic slim line for your pocket, or the Crocus if you like a fuller grip. Bolsters come in silver-toned metal or golden brass, so choose the one that goes with your watch or belt buckle. Want a built-in corkscrew too? See Laguiole Knives with Corkscrew.

Single-blade Laguiole questions

Care instructions are packed in with each order: wash by hand, wipe the knife dry at once, and never machine-wash it.