The Original Forge de Laguiole steak knives are used by the greatest Chefs around the world, including dozens of Michelin-Star restaurants. High-end steak knives are never serrated; one should not feel the need to "saw" a steak. With their iconic Laguiole curved design, these knives are elegant and ergonomic. They combine the heftiness of weight with unsurpassed sharpness to make cutting a breeze! Forge de Laguiole table steak knives are manufactured in the village of Laguiole and feature the iconic bumblebee and the traditional shepherd's cross on most models. Forge de Laguiole represents the pinnacle of quality in the Laguiole cutlery business. Their reputation for integrity, ethics, and innovative designs has made these small 100 employees company the "Must Have" Laguiole luxury brand. The Forge de Laguiole workshop is located in the tiny village of Laguiole, France - Pop. 1300 - where the famous style of pocket knife first appeared in the early 1800's.