This Opinel Outdoor #7 Junior Youth is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoie region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Outdoor # 7 junior youth the perfect "first knife" for the young hiker, kayaker, canoeist or outdoors enthusiast . This knife features rugged 3 stainless steel locking blade with a special rounded safety tip. On the back end of the bright, or Blue rugged polymer handle is a survivor signal whistle and a lanyard loop. This knife is a "must have" for teaching safe knife handling for young folks. (makes a perfect gift for grandchildren) For use under adult supervision
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area Cutler,comes these fun outdoor knives, especially made for fishing, boating, camping and outdoor sports. The Splash . is based upon an original twist lock originally developed by the French company Opinel. Bruno makes this one two bladed, both with twist locks. Both blades are polished stainless steel. One has a flat tip and is serrated (great for opening oysters and even cutting ropes and lines) the other skeletonized (open slot in the center) and is razor sharp (great for cutting bait or even sausages for lunch!) This one has a Blue handle that is soft to the touch and helps prevent slipping. Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father , in the blue cutler's smock is on the left.) Truly a unique French outdoor cutlery creation. We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World".

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area Cutler,comes these fun outdoor knives, especially made for fishing, boating, camping and outdoor sports. The Splash . is based upon an original twist lock originally developed by the French company Opinel. Bruno makes this one two bladed, both with twist locks. Both blades are polished stainless steel. One has a flat tip and is serrated (great for opening oysters and even cutting ropes and lines) the other skeletonized (open slot in the center) and is razor sharp (great for cutting bait or even sausages for lunch!) This one has a Red handle that is soft to the touch and helps prevent slipping. Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father , in the blue cutler's smock is on the left.) Truly a unique French outdoor cutlery creation. We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World".

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area Cutler,comes these fun outdoor knives, especially made for fishing, boating, camping and outdoor sports. The Splash . is based upon an original twist lock originally developed by the French company Opinel. Bruno makes this one two bladed, both with twist locks. Both blades are polished stainless steel. One has a flat tip and is serrated (great for opening oysters and even cutting ropes and lines) the other skeletonized (open slot in the center) and is razor sharp (great for cutting bait or even sausages for lunch!) This one has a bright Yellow handle that is soft to the touch and helps prevent slipping. Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father , in the blue cutler's smock is on the left.) Truly a unique French outdoor cutlery creation. We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World".

This Opinel Alpine Adventure is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoy region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Alpine Adventure offers the perfect companion for the hiker, kayaker, canoeist, knife collector or outdoors enthusiast . This knife features a 3 1/2" stainless steel locking blade with a genuine French Beechwood handle engraved with an Alpine hiking scene. This knife is a "must have" for the knife collection..
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

This Opinel DIY is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoy region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Outdoor # 8 offers the perfect companion for the hiker, kayaker, canoeist or outdoors enthusiast . This knife features a strong 3 " stainless steel locking blade complete with wire stripper teeth plus two screwdriver bits held cleverly in the bright Yellow Polymer handle.This knife is a "must have" for the discriminating "handyman" or DIY enthusiast.
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

Very cute fish shaped knife (Poisson) style French made presentation folding knife. Beautiful Blue acrylic marbled handle.Made with a polished stainless blade. This is a very traditional French knife for young men and ladies. These are made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870.
These make rest gifts for young men and ladies and are great companions for the pocket of purse.

Very cute fish shaped knife (Poisson) style French made presentation folding knife. Beautiful Red acrylic marbled handle.Made with a polished stainless blade. This is a very traditional French knife for young men and ladies. These are made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870.
These make great gifts for young men and ladies and are great companions for the pocket of purse.

Very cute fish shaped knife (Poisson) style French made presentation folding knife. Beautiful Brown acrylic marbled handle.Made with a polished stainless blade. This is a very traditional French knife for young men and ladies. These are made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870.
These make great gifts for young men and ladies and are great companions for the pocket of purse.

Embossed brass (laiton) 2 piece folding blade with carbon steel blade and corkscrew. This special knife has an embossed hunting scene on one side with a pointing dog and a hunter on the other.
This special style is reminiscent of gentlemen's knives from the turn of the 20th century from the Thiers, France area and is still made by hand in the same way.
Made by Guild member Jean-Marc Couperier of Couperier and Corsolle of the beautiful Auvergne region of France.
This knife belongs in the discriminating hunter or gentlemen's collection or shooting bag.
Surely this is the only place in the "New World" to get these fine, high style French gentlemen's blades. Learn more about Jean-Marc and his cutlery tradition at www.couperier-corsolle.com
See Jean-Marc in the photo with his assistant (wife) ouside his shop and at work at his workbench in the photos.

This Opinel Outdoor #8 is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoie region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Outdoor # 8 offers the perfect companion for the hiker, kayaker, canoeist or outdoors enthusiast . This knife features rugged 3 1/2" stainless steel locking blade with a shackle key cut out and razor sharp serrations (handy for cutting ropes and lines). On the back end of the bright, Green or Blue rugged polymer handle is a survivor signal whistle and a lanyard loop. This knife is a "must have" for the discriminating outdoor enthusiast.
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

Embossed brass (laiton) folding blade with carbon steel blade. This special knife is called the Venus and has a lovely, tasteful lady Venus embossed on both sides of the solid brass..
This special style is reminiscent of gentlemen's knives from the turn of the 20th century from the Thiers, France area and is still made by hand in the same way.
Made by Guild member Jean-Marc Couperier of Couperier and Corsolle of the beautiful Auvergne region of France.
This fine knife belongs in the discriminating gentleman's collection, pocket or shooting bag.
Surely this is the only place in the "New World" to get these fine, high style French gentlemen's blades. Learn more about Jean-Marc and his cutlery tradition at www.couperier-corsolle.com
See Jean-Marc in the photo with his assistant (wife) ouside his shop and at work at his workbench in the photos.

Laguiole style folding knife. It has engraving and the famous Napoleonic Bees on the back These are made in France by Facosa - Bruno Sauzedde. Bruno makes these with durable and interesting Blue Stamina wood. This is a synthetic composite material that is beautiful and very functional. These have satin stainless steel blades and nice brass (laiton) bolsters. On our last visit we were privileged to meet Bruno's father who is still active working with Bruno. (Bruno is on the right in the photo and his father on the left in the distinctive blue cutler's smock) Master Guild Blade Company is proud to bring you the products from these special French cutlers. ( cat not included, wife would leave me!!)

Laguiole style folding knife. It has engraving and the famous Napoleonic Bees on the back These are made in France by Facosa - Bruno Sauzedde. Bruno makes these with durable and interesting Green Stamina wood. This is a synthetic composite material that is beautiful and very functional. These have satin stainless steel blades and nice brass (laiton) bolsters. On our last visit we were privileged to meet Bruno's father who is still active working with Bruno. (Bruno is on the right in the photo and his father on the left in the distinctive blue cutler's smock) Master Guild Blade Company is proud to bring you the products from these special French cutlers.

Traditional French trade knife. In the early pioneer and explorer days in North America in the 17th and 18th century, both the English and the French supplied sturdy knives to be traded to indigenous peoples and to be used for currency.
Typically these were carbon steel and of simple, utilitarian design that would hold an edge and were easy to sharpen.
They were at home in the camp, hunting or as weapons. The handle on this one is typical French "Hetre" (Beech) and is finished with simple Tung Oil. The sheath or "etui" is made from natural leather with metal fasteners for durability.
These knives are still exported today into the former French colonies of Africa!
Made by Le Thiers Guild member Family Chazeau Honore. The family Chazeau works together to make traditional French cutlery of the highest quality. Many from this family live above their workshop!. They have been making cutlery in the traditional style since the 1800's.
The Thiers area is home to France's oldest cutlery tradition with many small companies and individual craftsmen dedicated to continuing this 800 year old tradition. Master Guild Blade Company is proud to bring you the products from several of these special people.
This knife belongs in any outdoor camp, muzzle loader hunting trip or sportsman's collection.
Hang it up along side of a Kentucky Long Rifle or Hawken for correct display.

Fancy Le Thiers style French made folding knife. This style is sleek and very modern. The Cutlers at Au Sabot are members of the prestigious Le Thiers Guild. Only the best earn membership in this select guild. Members are tested and inspected regularly for assurance of quality and integrity of methods. Tracing its origin to 1582 when French King Henry III established "The Coute de Tie Guild" to insure French cutlery quality, only members may use this protected mark on their products. This knife is presented with a genuine Violet wood handle. This wood is stunning and durable. Made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870. These make wonderful gifts. In many areas of France, ladies and gentlemen take their own distinctive personal knife into fine restaurants. The waiter cleans them and places them by their place setting. These are very elegant and premium quality in the French cutlery tradition. (Mr. Jean Sauzedde is the Psatriarch of the family is still working at over 80 years old and is shown here with his daughter Frederique who is the commercial manager.)

This Opinel Explorer #12 is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoie region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Explorer # 12 offers the perfect companion for the hiker, outdoors person or hunter. This knife features rugged 3 3/4" stainless steel locking blade. On the back end of the bright, high visibility Orange rubberized handle is a survivor signal whistle, a handy retractable cutting hook, a lanyard loop and amazingly, a removable magnesium fire starter!. This is a one-of-a-kind outdoor knife and comes with a belt sheath that can be worn vertical or horizontal. This knife is a "must have" for the discriminating outdoor enthusiast.
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

This Opinel Explorer #12 is a fine example of the innovative knives produced by Opinel direct from the Savoie region of the French Alps.
Starting in 1890, Joseph Opinel revolutionized the knife world with "twist lock" design offering simplicity and superb functionality. This legend continues today.
The Explorer # 12 offers the perfect companion for the hiker, outdoors person or hunter. This knife features rugged 3 3/4" stainless steel locking blade. On the back end of the bright, high visibility Green rubberized handle is a survivor signal whistle, a handy retractable cutting hook, a lanyard loop and amazingly, a removable magnesium fire starter!. This is a one-of-a-kind outdoor knife and comes with a belt sheath that can be worn vertical or horizontal. This knife is a "must have" for the discriminating outdoor enthusiast.
Master Guild is pleased to add Opinel to our fine line of French blades

Laguiole Style French made single blade folding knife. Hand engraved on back and with traditional French "Bee", of course. Beautiful Olive wood handle. Olive wood is very traditional and warm to the touch. Inlaid "Shepherd's Cross" on the side. Nice 12 cm size fits nicely in the hand and pocket. High quality 12C27 high carbon stainless steel blade. These are elegant but very substantial.
"J. Hansel" brand, hand finished in Thiers France area.

From the French island of Corsica comes this unique style of folding knife, the Amicu. This one is made with a Genuine Olive wood handle. These are very robust, strong knives with thick, upswept, stainless steel blades and sturdy curved handles to fit perfectly in the hand. These have very strong springs and open positively for the task at hand. Expertly made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870. Mr. Jean Sauzedde is the patriarch of the family and still working at over 80! His daughter, Frederique is the commercial manager. (see photo)
Use these as outdoor knives whether hunting or camping or trekking. You will find them strong, premium quality in the French cutlery tradition, in the Corsican style.

Laguiole style 2 piece folding knife with corkscrew (tire bouchon) made by Facosa - Bruno Sauzedde. Bruno makes these with beautiful, rich Dark Rosewood (Palisander). These have the distinctive "Napoleonic Bee" on the back as well as engraving on the back of the spring. These have highly polished stainless steel blades and nice stainless and aluminum highlights. They would well be at home in a wine cabinet or desk drawer or even your pocket. Bruno is a second generation cutler. On our last visit we were privileged to meet his father who is still active working with Bruno. (Bruno is on the right in the photo and his father on the left in the distinctive blue cutler's smock) Master Guild Blade Company is proud to bring you the products from several of these special French cutlers.

Laguiole style folding knife. This special one is a two bladed Cote de Cote ( meaning side by side). It has rare Double Napoleonic Bees on the back! One blade is traditional straight edge and one is a very sharp scalloped edge. These are made in France by Facosa - Bruno Sauzedde. Bruno makes these with durable and interesting Green Stamina wood. This is a synthetic composite material that is beautiful and very functional. These have satin stainless steel blades and nice brass (laiton) bolsters. On our last visit we were privileged to meet Bruno's father who is still active working with Bruno. (Bruno is on the right in the photo and his father on the left in the distinctive blue cutler's smock) Master Guild Blade Company is proud to bring you the products from these special French cutlers.

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area Cutler,comes the amazing Roto-Sphere "Le Thiers". A spherical steel ball tip on the pivot end of the blade locks into a socket in the dark green PaperStone handle making an interesting, unique and very functional lock for the blade. (when in use it is easy and natural to keep your thumb on the sphere to keep the blade open) To close it you just fold the blade closed without pinching pressure on the sides of the handle and the ball pops out of the socket. Bruno makes several variations on the Roto-Sphere design. This one is the "Le Thiers", modern, sleek design. He is a Master in the Le Thiers Guild of French knife makers that insures quality and integrity of materials. PaperStone is made from 100% recycled materials and is very durable and, of course, this one ships in a carton box (made from recycled paper). Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father, in the blue cutler's smock is on the left. We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World". This is a one of a kind blade in three aspects:, the "Le Thiers" design and trademark, the Roto-sphere lock and the Paperstone handle.

Laguiole folding blade

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area cutler,comes the amazing Roto-Sphere Laguiole. A spherical steel ball tip on the pivot end of the blade locks into a socket in the genuine, rich Palisander wood (a type of dark rosewood) handle making an interesting, unique and very functional lock for the blade. (when in use it is easy and natural to keep your thumb on the sphere to keep the blade open) To close it you just fold the blade closed without pinching pressure on the sides of the handle and the ball pops out of the socket. Bruno makes several variations on the Roto-Sphere design. This one is the modern adaptation of the traditional Laguiole design combining a stylized "bee" medallion with a slenderized natural Olive wood handle.. Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father, in the blue cutler's smock is on the left).
We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World". Innovative yet traditional and certainly high quality!

From the mind of Frenchman Bruno Sauzedde , the innovative Thiers area cutler,comes the amazing Roto-Sphere Laguiole. A spherical steel ball tip on the pivot end of the blade locks into a socket in the genuine, warm Olive wood handle making an interesting, unique and very functional lock for the blade. (when in use it is easy and natural to keep your thumb on the sphere to keep the blade open) To close it you just fold the blade closed without pinching pressure on the sides of the handle and the ball pops out of the socket. Bruno makes several variations on the Roto-Sphere design. This one is the modern adaptation of the traditional Laguiole design combining a stylized "bee" medallion with a slenderized natural Olive wood handle.. Bruno comes form a long line of cutlers. (in the photo he is on the right and his father, in the blue cutler's smock is on the left).
We at Master Guild Blade feel certain we are the only purveyor of these in the "New World". Innovative yet traditional and certainly high quality!

From the center of France comes L'Autan Prestige This one is made with a Genuine Rosewood handle. inlaid into the handle is the famous and beautiful "Cross of Occitaine" . This distinctive cross first was use by the duke in the Provence area of France in the 12th century and signifies virtue and dignity. Expertly made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870. Mr. Jean Sauzedde is the patriarch of the family and still working at over 80! His daughter, Frederique is the commercial manager. (see photo)
These knives make very fine and symbolic gifts for family and friends.

From the Alpine region of France comes L'Apin Savoie This one is made with a Genuine Olive wood handle. Carved into the handle and hand painted is the famous and beautiful "Cross of Savoie" . This distinctive cross is from heraldry in the mountain area of Eastern France near Italy and Switzerland. These are expertly made by the La Coutellerie Au Sabot company in the Auvergne region of France who's family has been making fine cutlery since 1870. Mr. Jean Sauzedde is the patriarch of the family and still working at over 80! His daughter, Frederique is the commercial manager. (see photo)
These knives make very fine and symbolic gifts for family and friends.

Laguiole Style French made single blade folding knife. Hand engraved on back and with traditional French "Bee", of course. Beautiful exotic Amourette wood handle. The grain and highlights in this special wood are stunning. Inlaid "Shepherd's Cross" in side. Nice 12 cm size fits nicely in the pocket. Highest quality 12C27 high carbon stainless steel blade, These are elegant but very substantial. "J. Hansel" brand hand finished in Thiers France area.

Laguiole Style French made single blade folding knife. Hand engraved on back and with traditional French "Bee", of course. Beautiful Rosewood handle. Rosewood is stunning and is becoming hard to find. Inlaid "Shepherd's Cross" in side. Nice 12 cm size fits nicely in the hand and pocket. High quality 12C27 high carbon stainless steel blade, These are elegant but very substantial.
"J. Hansel" brand, hand finished in Thiers France area.