Laguiole corkscrew with Blond Horn handle and stainless steel bolster

• Handle made with Blond Horn
• 100% made in France
• Highly resistant bit-fastening axis
• Has a bottle opener and a foil cutter with micro serrated edge
• Conical bit for opening old bottles more delicately without breaking corks which have become fragile over time.
• Delivered with an adjustment wrench which retightens the axis
• Handle fitted with Torx screws
• Delivered in a gift box with leather protection case

No dishwasher

Delivered with certificate of authenticity

This Laguiole knife is handmade in the Laguiole Le Fidèle workshops near Thiers, France.

It is unique, and the creation process requires over 170 manual operations by the craftsmen.

Blond horn handle

Blond horn is a naturally beautiful and durable material that has been used for decades in the production of Laguiole knives. Obtained from the horns of animals such as cows or buffalos, it possesses unique characteristics that make it a popular and traditional choice among knife makers and enthusiasts of Laguiole knives worldwide.

Blond horn offers a combination of solidity, lightness, and flexibility, making it an ideal material for crafting Laguiole knife handles. Blond horn offers a combination of strength, lightness and flexibility, making it an ideal material for making Laguiole knife handles. The term blonde horn refers to light colored horn, often obtained from the upper part of the horn, at the tip. One of the distinguishing characteristics of blond horn is its natural color variations, ranging from creamy white to pale yellow. This color variation adds a unique aesthetic appeal to the handles of Laguiole knives, making each piece one of a kind. Additionally, the natural patterns found in blonde horn further enhance its visual appeal, giving it a distinct and organic look.

In addition to its attractive aesthetics, blond horn also provides a good grip. The natural texture of the horn creates a slightly rough surface that enhances the grip of the Laguiole knife, offering safer and more comfortable handling. This increased grip of Laguiole knives with blond horn handles is particularly appreciated in applications where precision and control are essential, such as food preparation or precision tasks.

Another advantage of blond horn is its resistance to temperature changes and moisture. Unlike some other materials used for Laguiole knife handles, blond horn is less prone to warping due to humidity or temperature variations than wooden handles. blond horn remains strong and stable, making it a reliable and long-lasting choice for traditional Laguiole knife users.

In conclusion, blond horn is an attractive, durable, functional, and traditional material for crafting Laguiole knife handles. Its combination of natural beauty, comfortable grip, and resilience makes it a popular choice among Laguiole knife enthusiasts and aficionados.