French Wood Kitchen Knife

Century-old wood finds new life in our handmade cheese board. Salvaged from turn-of-the-20th-century buildings in Central Europe, the wood is carefully matched and finished to produce this one-of-a-kind server. Crafted from solid European pine. The wood’s natural beauty, burnished by a century of use, gives each piece of wood unique character. The vintage wood will change color over time, especially with exposure to sunlight, enhancing the wood’s appealing patina.

Legendary for their precise blades and impeccable craftsmanship, true Sabatier knives are considered to be those made by a select group of French manufacturers whose origins date back to the 19th century. Our Sabatier knives have been made by family-owned Therias et l’Econome in Thiers, France since 1819. Maintains the razor-sharp edge of most standard knife blades (not for use on serrated or scalloped blades). Durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel resists stains.

In the heart of the French countryside, the Dubost family has been creating fine cutlery for four generations. The design of this carving set was inspired by a shepherd’s tool first manufactured in the village of Laguiole in the 19th century. Arriving in a wooden storage box, the set makes an elegant choice for entertaining and a superb gift. Set includes carving knife, fork and wooden storage case. Blades are polished rust-resistant stainless steel. Handles are hand shaped from olivewood.

Opinel knives have been produced in Savoy, in the heart of the French Alps, since 1890. The company is famous for its legendary folding knives, which have graced the pockets of the world's great adventurers and been honored by museums for their design simplicity. Today, Opinel culinary knives are a reliable staple in French home kitchens. These Opinel table knives (no. 125) combine the best of paring and steak knives for ease of use, with beautiful olivewood handles that blend with any table setting.