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Authentic Vintage Fontenille Pataud "Gilles®" Laguiole 12cm Folding Pocket Knife
Handcrafted in Thiers, France — Premium Guilloché Range with Custom Marquetry Handle
Up for sale is a stunning, highly collectible vintage Laguiole pocket knife handcrafted by the world-renowned French cutlery house Fontenille Pataud. This premium piece features the official, registered cursive "Gilles®" trademark stamped on the blade tang, indicating it was crafted under the direct supervision of master cutler Gilles Steinberg (dating from 1997 onward).
Unlike mass-produced generic souvenir knives, this is a genuine piece of high-end French artisan cutlery made with incredible attention to detail.
Key Features & Specifications:
* Premium Swedish Steel: The blade is stamped with "Hand Made in France 12C27", denoting premium Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel. It is highly resistant to corrosion, retains a razor edge beautifully, and is easy to maintain.
* Exquisite Marquetry Handle: The handle features a flawless, seamless wood inlay pairing dense, dark Royal Ebony with vibrant, warm-toned Rosewood (Bois de rose).
* Custom Hand-Filed Guilloché Work: The back spring and liners are meticulously decorated with intricate, hand-chiseled file work. Because these patterns are cut entirely by hand with needle files, this knife is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of functional art.
* Dimensions: Standard full-size classic frame. The handle measures exactly 12 cm (closed), with a total open length of approximately 21.5 cm (8.5 inches).
* Original Presentation Case: Includes the classic, vintage-style blue velvet/felt-lined storage box with protective corner pieces, perfect for display or gifting.
Condition:
This knife is in excellent vintage condition. The blade possesses a beautiful factory mirror polish with minimal to no signs of pocket wear. The lock-up and spring tension are crisp and smooth. The wood handle scales are perfectly flush with the solid metal liners, showing no cracks, shrinkage, or warping. The original blue presentation box is intact with minor shelf wear consistent with age.
*Please examine the high-resolution photos carefully to verify the stunning condition of the handle marquetry and chiseled steelwork before purchasing.*
Don't miss the chance to add this premium, master-crafted piece of French history to your knife collection!
