FORGE DE LAGUIOLE ⋆ Ph. Starck Signature ⋆ Cheese Knife "Jojo Long Leg"

The Signature series ~ As a symbol of Excellence, Forge de Laguiole has worked hand in hand since its origin with some extremely talented and acknowledged designers. Their purpose is to combine the know-how and traditions of their Laguiole master knife-smiths with a touch of modernity through the interpretation of Laguiole by some of the most renown Design signatures. Those exceptional knives are grouped under the Signature series of Forge de Laguiole.

The Designer ~ After having first followed the footstep of his father, an aeronautical engineer, Philippe Starck became one of the most famous contemporary French designers in the world. From the renovation of the French President private apartments at the Elysée, the Baccarat house in Moscow, and the Forge de Laguiole® manufactory in 1987 to thousands of famous cult objects design, Philippe Starck has the same motto: "Subversive, ethical, ecological, political, humorous… this is how I see my duty as a designer. Philippe Starck. The Forge de Laguiole knives designed by Philippe Starck were the first of the Signature series. 

The Forge de Laguiole® knives ~ Fully handcrafted in-house, at their forge and workshops in the village of Laguiole, France, where it all begun in 1829, each knife is the result of their extraordinary materials combination, the know-how of their Master knife-smiths with the precision of a goldsmith. Forge de Laguiole® knives, for their unequaled quality, their longevity and their exceptional cutting edge, have become the reference signature of the greatest Chefs' tables all around the world, as well as of enthusiasts of sharp beautiful knives.

The blades are made from the high-quality French T14 steel, which is exclusively produced for Forge de Laguiole®. They are forged to 1000°C in their workshops forge in Laguiole, France. 

Philippe Starck Signature Edition: "Jojo Long Leg" Cheese Knife

Unveiled at the Seville Universal Exposition where it received the prestigious First Prize for European Design, the "Jojo Long Leg" is one of Philippe Starck’s most visionary creations for Forge de Laguiole®. Named for its striking, sweeping silhouette, this extraordinary cheese knife features an evasive, sculptured Bakelite handle that tapers gracefully while echoing the iconic Laguiole contour.

Designed with two ingenious "legs" atop the handle, the knife can uniquely stand on its own—making a bold statement on any dining table or cheese platter. Its generous arc provides an intuitive, firm grip (une prise ferme) that effortlessly slices through everything from soft brie to the hardest aged cheeses, while the broad, versatile blade handles diverse cheese textures with ultimate precision.

Laguiole Master Cutlers know-how & Traditions

Brand: Forge de Laguiole

Clean & Care: Safe for the dishwasher, though gentler hand washing is suggested to preserve the rich polish and pristine luster of the Bakelite handle.