{"product_id":"forge-de-laguiole-12-cm-corkscrew-knife-ebony","title":"Forge de Laguiole 12 cm Corkscrew Knife Ebony","description":"\u003csection role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"pocket-knife-header\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eForge de Laguiole 12 cm Picnic Knife Ebony\u003c\/strong\u003e is a masterpiece of artisanal utility, meticulously handcrafted in the village of Laguiole, France. This model features a handle carved from \u003cstrong\u003eEbony\u003c\/strong\u003e, a wood renowned for its exceptional density, strength, and iconic deep-black complexion. The fine-textured grain of this tropical hardwood provides a sleek, silky tactile feel that grows more lustrous over years of use, offering a timeless and sophisticated aesthetic for any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this versatile multi-tool includes a professional-grade corkscrew, it is increasingly favored as the ultimate \u003cstrong\u003efolding steak knife\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than relying on the dull, serrated \"saws\" often provided by restaurants, the discerning diner carries this personal instrument to ensure a clean, precise cut. By slicing effortlessly through a premium steak, it preserves the meat's texture and juices, significantly elevating the overall culinary experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Forge de Laguiole instruments, it showcases a \u003cstrong\u003eforged T12 steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eone-piece forged bee\u003c\/strong\u003e seamlessly integrated with a hand-decorated spring. Each piece is crafted from start to finish by a single master artisan, ensuring that every knife is a unique masterpiece of French artisanal excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.3em; color: #333; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eWhat is a Forged Bee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA forged bee is a hallmark of superior craftsmanship. You can identify it by examining the transition where the bee meets the decorated spring; if there are \u003cstrong\u003eno visible gaps\u003c\/strong\u003e, the bee and spring were forged from a single piece of metal. This traditional method preserves the structural integrity and historical authenticity of the 1800s originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contrast, many budget-friendly options feature \u003cstrong\u003esoldered bees\u003c\/strong\u003e, recognizable by a straight gap or ridge where the bee is attached. Soldering is a modern, cost-saving method that lacks the durability and artisanal value of a true Forge de Laguiole instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #dddddd; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background-color: #003366; color: #ffffff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; text-align: left; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eThe Laguiole Imports Guarantee\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Made in France in the village of Laguiole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Based Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warranty \u0026amp; Repairs Support \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e↗\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFast Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most orders ship the same business day from Jacksonville, FL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 150px; height: auto;\" alt=\"Forge de Laguiole Seal of Authenticity\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/FORGE_DE_LAGUIOLE_SEAL_OF_AUTHENTICITY_-_150_160x160_baa75a4f-e4ee-41c5-a857-e48d821d2773.png?v=1756210231\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted entirely by hand in the village of Laguiole in France, this knife boasts a forged T12 steel blade. Forge de Laguiole knives stand out as unrivaled in quality among all other Laguiole styles in the market today. Each masterpiece is crafted wholly by the same skilled artisan, guaranteeing pride in the final piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Forged Bee?\u003c\/strong\u003e You can recognize a forged bee when you look just below it, where it meets the decorated spring. If you do not see any gaps, it's a good sign that the bee and spring were forged from the same piece of metal. You can also recognize a soldered bee by noticing a straight gap\/ridge where the bee meets the spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/plate_icon_60.jpg?v=1685715095\" alt=\"fork, plate and knife icon\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/plate_icon_60.jpg?v=1685715095\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 12 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Laguiole folding knife \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecan be used as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esteak knife; its open length is 8. 3\/4\" vs. ~9\" for a standard steak knife. Why use such a knife at the dinner table or at your favorite steak house? Check out \u003c\/span\u003eour article\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enew tab\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) for the surprising answer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"forge de laguiole seal\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/FORGE_DE_LAGUIOLE_SEAL_OF_AUTHENTICITY_-_150_100x100.png?v=1644074825\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/FORGE_DE_LAGUIOLE_SEAL_OF_AUTHENTICITY_-_150.png?v=1644074825\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed length: \u003c\/strong\u003e4.72 inches (12 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOpen length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 8 5\/8 inches (20.30 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring \u0026amp; Bee:\u003c\/strong\u003e One piece forged (no soldered bee).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.25 inches (8.26 cm) - 3 mm thick made of forged T12 alloy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScrew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85 grams (3 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolster \u0026amp; liners: \u003c\/strong\u003eForged T12 alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/imageedit_5_9317373000.png?v=1583931414?v=1577909447\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0368\/9597\/files\/imageedit_5_9317373000.png?v=1583931414%3Fv%3D1577909447\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forge de Laguiole","offers":[{"title":"SHINY STAINLESS","offer_id":67657797337133,"sku":"ydo1791930460022","price":217.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BRUSHED STAINLESS","offer_id":67657797369901,"sku":"zvh1791930460023","price":232.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/8450\/3853\/files\/forge-de-laguiole-12-cm-corkscrew-knife-ebony_1.jpg?v=1791930465","url":"https:\/\/stepstoreboutique.shop\/products\/forge-de-laguiole-12-cm-corkscrew-knife-ebony","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}