This Laguiole rough forged folding knife has a hammered-look blade and a body and handle in full buffalo horn. Laguiole en Aubrac handcrafts it in France.
The rough forged blade keeps a dark, textured surface near the spine with a bright cutting edge. Against the black horn, it looks raw and rugged. It is the least polished knife in the range, on purpose.
The body and handle are full buffalo horn with a shepherd's cross. The maker says the rough forged blade goes through a heating process of layers of stainless steel. The 12C27 Sandvik stainless steel blade is 4 inches (10 cm) long. It measures 4.8 inches (12 cm) from bolster to tip. The bee and spring are forged from one piece and fully handmade. It comes with a certificate of authenticity. It is made in the village of Espalion, in the historic Laguiole area of France.
Give it to someone who likes tools that look used from day one. You can take it camping, fishing or to the cheese course.