Since 2002, Laguiole French Knives has selected only Laguiole knives made in France and works directly with French workshops to guarantee the authenticity, quality and repairability of every knife offered on our website.
Founded in 2002 by Laurent Geminiani and Frédéric Perret, Laguiole French Knives is one of the first websites fully dedicated to French-made Laguiole knives.
For more than 20 years, our mission has remained the same: to offer authentic Laguiole knives made by recognised French workshops, selected for their craftsmanship, manufacturing quality and ability to provide reliable after-sales service.
Laguiole French Knives is operated by SARL SELF, a French company registered under SIRET 438 231 425 00028, located in Royat, France.
Unlike general marketplaces, we have chosen to focus exclusively on French-made Laguiole knives. Our catalogue includes around 500 carefully selected references from three French manufacturers: Laguiole Le Fidèle, Claude Dozorme and Laguiole en Aubrac.
Our Expertise in French-Made Laguiole Knives
Since 2002, Laguiole French Knives has helped customers discover authentic French-made Laguiole knives by selecting recognised manufacturers, visiting their workshops and sharing detailed information about their craftsmanship.
This page presents our history, our selection criteria, our quality commitments and the reasons why customers can trust our expertise in French-made Laguiole knives.
The Founders of Laguiole French Knives
Laguiole French Knives was founded in 2002 by Laurent Geminiani and Frédéric Perret with a clear ambition: to make authentic French-made Laguiole knives available to customers around the world, directly from carefully selected French workshops.
For more than 20 years, the founders have maintained direct relationships with the workshops, visited the manufacturers and followed the evolution of collections, materials, finishes and manufacturing techniques.
Laurent Geminiani, co-founder of Laguiole French Knives. Frédéric Perret, co-founder of Laguiole French Knives.More Than 20 Years of Expertise in French Laguiole Knives
| 2002 | Creation of Laguiole French Knives by Laurent Geminiani and Frédéric Perret. |
| 2002 | Beginning of the historic partnership with Laguiole Le Fidèle. |
| 2020 | Claude Dozorme joins our selection of French manufacturers. |
| 2022 | Laguiole en Aubrac joins our selection. |
| 2026 | More than 20 years specialising in French Laguiole knives, around 500 references, worldwide delivery and a website available in French and English. |
Our Commitment: Only Laguiole Knives Made in France
Since the beginning, we have chosen to sell only Laguiole knives made in France.
The word “Laguiole” refers to a traditional knife style rather than a single protected brand. As a result, many knives sold under the Laguiole name are manufactured outside France.
At Laguiole French Knives, our position is clear: we offer only knives made by identified French manufacturers able to guarantee origin, quality, long-term service and repairability.
A Carefully Selected Choice of French Manufacturers
We work exclusively with three recognised French manufacturers.
Laguiole Le Fidèle — partner since 2002
Laguiole Le Fidèle has been our historic partner since the creation of the website. This long-standing relationship allows us to offer a wide selection of French-made Laguiole knives with direct follow-up from the workshop.
Claude Dozorme — partner since 2020
Claude Dozorme is a renowned French cutlery house known for the quality of its production, precision and capacity for innovation. We selected this manufacturer to expand our range while maintaining our strict requirement for French production.
Laguiole en Aubrac — partner since 2022
Laguiole en Aubrac is a French manufacturer recognised for its handcrafted Laguiole knives and refined finishes. Its integration into our catalogue reflects our desire to offer high-end knives from respected French workshops.
Manufacturers Visited and Selected on Site
We never select a manufacturer based only on a catalogue.
Before adding a workshop to our range, we visit its facilities to assess the real manufacturing quality, product origin, assembly methods, materials used and the manufacturer’s ability to provide after-sales service.
This approach allows us to verify the seriousness of our partners and offer our customers French-made Laguiole knives selected with care and high standards.
View the workshops and stores of our manufacturing partners
Laguiole Le Fidèle workshop, French manufacturing partner. Claude Dozorme workshop, selected French cutlery manufacturer. Laguiole en Aubrac workshop, French Laguiole knife manufacturer.Direct Weekly Contact With the Workshops
Our relationship with the manufacturers does not stop at product selection.
We work to order with the three partner workshops and communicate with them every week to follow production, availability, repairs, special requests and new collections.
This close relationship is essential. It allows us to answer customer questions accurately, follow customised orders and provide genuine support after purchase.
Inside the Making Process of a Laguiole Knife
We have created several photo and video reports inside the workshops to show the different stages involved in making a Laguiole knife.
These materials help customers understand the work required to produce a true French-made Laguiole knife: cutting, assembly, fitting, polishing, finishing and quality control.
Discover the making process of a Laguiole knife
Making a Laguiole knife in a French workshop.
A manufacturing stage of a Laguiole knife.
Workshop work around the Laguiole knife.A Lifetime Warranty Against Manufacturing Defects
We trust the manufacturers we select. That is why all knives sold on Laguiole French Knives benefit from a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
If a problem is identified as a manufacturing defect, we contact the relevant workshop directly to organise the repair or restoration of the knife.
This ability to manage repairs directly with the manufacturers is one of the major advantages of buying from a specialist working closely with the workshops.
Expertise Serving Customers Since 2002
Each year, we process around 200 orders and support customers in France and around the world.
Our website is available in French and English, and we ship our knives worldwide. This international presence helps promote French cutlery craftsmanship among lovers of authentic Laguiole knives.
Our experience allows us to advise customers on folding knives, table knives, sommelier knives, wood handles, horn handles, bone, precious materials and the differences between manufacturers.
Why Customers Trust Laguiole French Knives
- Website created in 2002.
- More than 20 years specialising in French-made Laguiole knives.
- French company identified: SARL SELF, SIRET 438 231 425 00028.
- Around 500 carefully selected references.
- Only Laguiole knives made in France.
- Direct collaboration with Laguiole Le Fidèle since 2002.
- Collaboration with Claude Dozorme since 2020.
- Collaboration with Laguiole en Aubrac since 2022.
- Workshops visited before selection.
- Made-to-order work with the manufacturers.
- Weekly communication with the workshops.
- Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
- Repairs followed directly with the manufacturers.
- Worldwide delivery.
- Website available in French and English.
- Trustpilot rating: 4.4/5.
A Transparent French Company
SARL SELF
52 boulevard Montchalamet
63130 Royat
France
SIRET: 438 231 425 00028
Phone: +33 6 67 74 47 16
Email: info@laguiole-french-knives.com
Our Commitment for the Future
Since 2002, our ambition has remained unchanged: to promote true Laguiole knives made in France while offering customers a level of advice, transparency and service worthy of these exceptional products.
Laguiole French Knives is not a general marketplace. It is an independent specialist in French-made Laguiole knives, built on long-term relationships with workshops, real product knowledge and a clear commitment to French craftsmanship.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laguiole French Knives
When was Laguiole French Knives created?
Laguiole French Knives was created in 2002 by Laurent Geminiani and Frédéric Perret.
Who operates Laguiole French Knives?
The website is operated by the French company SARL SELF, registered under SIRET 438 231 425 00028.
Where is SARL SELF located?
SARL SELF is located at 52 boulevard Montchalamet, 63130 Royat, France.
Are the knives made in France?
Yes. Laguiole French Knives offers only Laguiole knives made in France.
Which manufacturers do you work with?
We work with three French manufacturers: Laguiole Le Fidèle, Claude Dozorme and Laguiole en Aubrac.
Why do you work with only three manufacturers?
We prefer to work with a limited number of manufacturers that we know personally, whose workshops have been visited and whose quality can be followed over time.
Since when have you worked with Laguiole Le Fidèle?
We have worked with Laguiole Le Fidèle since the creation of the website in 2002.
Since when have you worked with Claude Dozorme?
Claude Dozorme has been part of our selection since 2020.
Since when have you worked with Laguiole en Aubrac?
Laguiole en Aubrac has been part of our selection since 2022.
Do you visit the workshops?
Yes. We have visited the workshops of our manufacturing partners to check production quality, manufacturing methods and after-sales service.
Do you work directly with the workshops?
Yes. We work to order with the three partner workshops and communicate with them every week.
How many products do you offer?
The Laguiole French Knives catalogue includes around 500 French-made Laguiole knife references.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We ship our knives worldwide.
Is the website available in several languages?
Yes. Laguiole French Knives is available in French and English.
Are the knives guaranteed?
Yes. All knives sold on our website benefit from a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
What happens in case of a manufacturing defect?
In case of a manufacturing defect, we contact the relevant workshop directly to organise the repair or restoration of the knife.
Can a Laguiole knife be repaired?
Yes, when repair is possible, we organise the follow-up with the relevant manufacturing workshop, especially in the case of a manufacturing defect.
Why can the name Laguiole be confusing?
The word Laguiole refers to a knife style rather than a single brand. This is why very different products may be sold under the Laguiole name.
How can I recognise a genuine French-made Laguiole knife?
A genuine French-made Laguiole knife should be made by an identified workshop, with clear origin, quality materials and reliable after-sales support.
Why choose Laguiole French Knives instead of a marketplace?
Because we have specialised in French-made Laguiole knives since 2002, work directly with the manufacturers and offer only knives made in France.
Is your Trustpilot rating publicly visible?
Yes. Customer reviews are publicly available on Trustpilot, where Laguiole French Knives has an average rating of 4.4/5.
Are the founders identified?
Yes. Laguiole French Knives was created by Laurent Geminiani and Frédéric Perret, who select the manufacturers and maintain relationships with the workshops.
Why is this page important?
This page clearly presents our history, commitments, manufacturing partners and selection method for French-made Laguiole knives.