The original laguiole knife and cutlery is well-known globally and comes from a long-established dating back to the beginning of the early 19th century when these knives were created to be actually used as hunting devices. The idiom 'laguiole' is related to the manufacturing units within the Aveyron region in southern France that makes this unique range of cutlery. The reason behind the term is applied to the mechanized style and it is not a trademarked brand. So unknowingly it has opened the door for cheaper Asian made imitation products. To combat such a forgery and the sale of fake products, all valid Laguiole cutlery comes complete with certificates with legitimacy and validity that's in a way is a guarantee to ensure peace of mind with the customer that they are getting the very best in French workmanship and production.

It all started in 1920 with modest beginnings in a small workshop. Pierre Dubost will enter into a Laguiole range and named his company after his father and inspiration. With an absolute quality placed on the workmanship of each piece and taking great pride with having twenty five different stages of cutting, grinding, polishing on each item. These laguiole knives are well known all over the world for their rich quality and fine craftsmanship. Seriously, these knives are a must have for any individual who appreciates possessing a folding penknives as it is also regarded as the finest pocket knives till date. These knives were very famous during late 60s and during the entire 70s and early eighties due to their showcasing in many classic films and movies, especially in bollywood movies of that era. These knives from the laguiole brand comes in various ranges such as a corkscrew, flatware sets, pocket knives as well as the old fashioned single blade.

Some other laguiole cutlery such as steak knives makes the cutting job easier for chef or a housewife in the kitchen. These kinds of knives are specially made to cut 'steak' that is a delicious winter dish that you or your wife can prepare especially in winter season when you're going to receive friends at home. So preparing steaks to greet visitors at home will be really difficult if you are going to prepare it with any ordinary knife. So it is better to purchase laguiole cutlery knives that are also known as branded Laguiole steak knives. These are bit costly but can also be affordable once the customer is very good at bargaining. These cutlery knives are specially crafted for cutting the steaks exactly the way you want to have them cut. These fabulous knives are available with various styles and handles. So it is better to follow some golden rules while purchasing these knives. First of all remember to check the knife that you are purchasing by looking or searching for the speciality knives that are used particularly to cut food. The second thing that must be checked such if these knives are heavy or light. It is completely up to you to select the cutlery knife set of your choice. But please do not pick up a knife that is completely light because such a light knife will not be able to give a good grip on it. Cutlery knives had to be very strong and its handle must have to be thick enough to have an easy grip on it.