Le Joallier du couteau

Biography


The craft of cutlery came to me a little by chance ...
In the eighties I studied general mechanics fitting and locksmithing, then to automotive mechanics and electronics, there was nothing to direct me at that time towards the cutlery of art ...


My fate has pushed me towards cutlery by looking for a job following a few months of unemployment in mechanics. It was at that time in 1989 that I began my new work at the Forge de Laguiole. The knife was in full expansion on the heights of Aubrac. After a few years of apprenticeship in traditional and industrial cutlery, it was in 1996 that I decided to set up my own cutlery workshop.


The passion of a profession is born ...
Over the years I have perfected myself, evolved and become passionate about moving towards superior quality and begin to create knives made entirely by hand, forging my blades, making my engravings and chiselings. Then day by day a quality and a perfect finish of my knives have become a priority for me.
Since my beginnings in art my creativity and the evolution towards excellence has often been slowed down for reasons of profitability and industrial productions imposed by the current system. This leaves no time for reflection necessary to achieve a meticulous and high quality manufacturing.
I struggled a long time against this infernal machine of the industry which destroys our old trades, our know-how and consequently our living heritage. My priorities today are to valorize hand-made work, to participate in the safeguarding of French quality know-how and, at the same time, to participate indirectly in the energy saving of the planet.


What excites me ...
Starting from nothing or almost ... searching and selecting with care the natural raw material to create and culminate in a work transformed by the hand of man ... Giving birth to a creative or a final piece reflected, unique and quality . May be the only chance that pure craft remains to survive and not be swallowed by the gear of this infernal machine of the destructive and energy-consuming industry. It has taught us over time to consume, to throw and to renew while we can quite possess a durable object of quality.
Therefore my creations are aimed at a well-informed, conscious and thoughtful clientele with the same state of mind ... a clientele with a preference for unique and high-end work and who has realized that the key word in my workshop is the quality, the patience and the time ... because it is the only solution to achieve an exceptional work of high quality.
That is why I have been selecting the best materials in the world for many years. They are often rare, unusual and unique pieces, made with exotic materials that can be millions of years old. little by magic, with a punctual and remarkable idea, this will give exceptional and unforgettable combinations.
 
An evidence...
As a result of a brutal emotional shock, a new direction is imposed on me. Self-taught, I was not aware of it, but the work of destiny has always guided me to the choice of quality or perfection and it becomes obvious. My mind is open to greater opportunities. A work of the desire of the unconscious and fate sees this light and the phenomenon of transcendence that is above all becomes a guide for me.
It was then that I thought about the creation of a new brand out of the ordinary, this brand "The jeweler of the knife" was not the result of chance. It is the desire to develop a manufacturing of prestige and excellence, a superior high quality with a vision and a different design of the knife.
After a long reflection I chose the acacia leaf as an emblem for the logo of my exceptional knives, as it represents the symbol of all masteries. The mastery of work, research, know-how and above all the mastery of oneself and of the efforts that we must give to arrive at a consciousness of work reflected and constantly evolving. The acacia perpetuates and gives life. It is said that in the shade of an Acacia rests knowledge and arises reflection, therefore in adequation with creation and art. In order to give meaning to our life commitments and result in careful, thoughtful and mastered work, we must accept to suffer and persevere in our efforts, which leads us to a balance of mind and control of our acts.

As for the fleur-de-lis on my old brand, it was no coincidence, as the coat of arms of the villages of Estaing is made up of 3 Fleurs de Lys which represents the symbol of protection at the time of the kings it has always been present on the signature of my high-end knives, so I decide to keep it for my more traditional mind knives.


Today...
I am now specialized in the creation of premium knives in luxury, my knives become a fashion accessory for men as you can afford a beautiful watch or a beautiful pen. I imagine, create and make art knives as well as fashion accessories for women or men such as unique art jewelry or high-end writing instruments. A modern design design combined with the choice of the material and the knife then becomes a jewel that will also be appreciated by the ladies ...


I put my know-how at your service to create your custom knife, the knife that will reflect your tastes, your personality and an originality by the integration of rare materials, precious metals or damask steels. I can dress and sublimate your knife by gemstones, diamonds of gold inlays or fine engraving.
Each one of my pieces is imagined and made one by one with passion in detail, a precise and meticulous gesture, choice and love of matter, patience and rigor, these are all these elements united that make the difference a unique and exceptional piece. Created in limited edition in the authenticity of a craftsman's workshop, they are designed to be worn, used and admired for a lifetime before being passed on to the next generation.