• The Manufacture of Laguiole en Aubrac

    Fundamental principles of craftsmanship
    History of the manufacture
    Laguiole en Aubrac in video
    Marquetry work
    The metal elements
    Laguiole Damascus Blades
    Laguiole Stores in France
    history of the laguiole knife

    History of the Laguiole knife

    the forge of montezic

    Montezic forge

    knifemakers workshop

    Knifemakers workshop

  • Guide and Tips

    Materials of Laguiole handles
    Classic Laguiole Collection
    Doubles plates Collection
    Laguiole Corkscrews Collection
    The various leather sheaths

    Faced with the multitude of options available on our website, it can be complex to select the ideal Laguiole. To guide you, we have developed a comprehensive and detailed analysis for each product category.

    recognizing a handmade laguiole knife

    Recognizing a handmade Laguiole knife

    is it a fly or a bee

    Is it a fly or a bee?

    the manufacturing steps

    The manufacturing steps

laguiole with hammered bolsters

Laguiole with Hammered Bolsters

FOLDING KNIVES

Hammering the metal parts of a knife, known as hammered bolsters, is a traditional forging technique that gives them an irregular texture and rough appearance. This technique is often used on the bolsters of Laguiole knives, which are the metal parts that surround the handle and join the blade.

Hammered bolsters offer a unique and original aesthetic, with a texture reminiscent of rough stone or wood. This texture is achieved by repeatedly hammering the metal, which creates irregularities and variations in shape on the surface. This technique also strengthens the bolster by making it more resistant to impacts.

Hammered bolsters are often paired with handles made from natural materials such as horn or wood, in order to create an aesthetic contrast between the natural textures and the rough texture of the bolsters. This technique has been used for centuries in the production of traditional knives and is still highly prized today for its artisanal and authentic look. Hammered bolsters can be made by skilled artisans who have mastered this forging technique.

Looking for another handle material? Follow our ultimate guide to handle materials.

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laguiole knife with hammered bolsters & double chiseled plates horn tip handle

Double Plate Chiseled

Laguiole Knife with Hammered Bolsters & Double Chiseled Plates Horn Tip Handle

482€
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  • CAD: $714
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laguiole knife with hammered bolsters & double chiseled plates olivewood handle

Double Plate Chiseled

Laguiole Knife with Hammered Bolsters & Double Chiseled Plates Olivewood Handle

482€
  • USD: 521$
  • GBP: £410
  • AUD: $787
  • CAD: $714
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laguiole knife with hammered bolsters & double chiseled plates juniper wood handle

Double Plate Chiseled

Laguiole Knife with Hammered Bolsters & Double Chiseled Plates Juniper Wood Handle

482€
  • USD: 521$
  • GBP: £410
  • AUD: $787
  • CAD: $714
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