Laguiole-style Steak Knives
Written: May 20 '02 (Updated Feb 01 '03)
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Pros: cheap.
Cons: cheap.
The Bottom Line: if you need ordinary steak knives that look like Languiole, why not Sabatier?
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| soothsayer's Full Review: Sabatier Laguiole Steak Knife Set 6 Pieces |
Laguiole (pronounced, "LAY-oh") are legendary knives. Perhaps you have seen one in an expensive steak house, or perhaps a shallow friend has shown you one (which they probably stolen from same steak house) in order to elicit the requisite, “Ohh, ahh where did you get them?” response. These knives are in a class by themselves.
Laguiole refers to a style of knife, and not a specific manufacturer. In fact, there are quite a few companies who make this style of knife, and not all of them genuine. Laguiole knives are basically pocketknives with a blade that folds into the handle. They were originally made in the 1800s as a farmer’s tool, but soon ended up on the dinner table as elegant flatware. The shape of a Laguiole knife says it all, a gently sloping blade that tapers off into a sharp point, and a handle styled after an 18th century pistol grip with a "bee" cap decoration at the end.
Among the many manufacturers of Laguiole knives, is Sabatier. Their steak knives are actually ordinary knives made to resemble Laguiole. They have a pistol style handle, and a gently sloping blade, which does not fold up. Quality-wise, the knife is cut from mass-produced stainless steel, and has a serrated edge -- heresy for steak lovers who cut meat, not tear it -- instead of straight so you cannot sharpen the blade. The Sabatier knives are also small, and lightweight, and those with large hands may not like using them.
Although you can get genuine Laguiole knives costing beaucoup de fric, such as the Forge de Laguiole costing $250-$600, the Sabatier version is an economical choice ($39.99) for those who need an everyday steak knife that looks like the real thing.
find more info on Sabatier Laguiole steak knives here:
( 6 knives with black handle)
( 6 knives with stainess steel handle)
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