Au Nain Prince Gastronome Bread Knife

Dating back for over six hundred years, the Thiers region of France is renowned for its excellence in knife making. Au Nain’s “Le Thiers” Prince Gastronome bread knives are meticulously handcrafted in the bucolic hills of southern France, where each knife is individually handmade by local artisans using time-honored craftsmanship, preserving the tradition of high-quality knife making. Au Nain France’s Prince Gastronome bread knife effortlessly glides through crusty, fresh, hearty breads. Slice a loaf of French bread or a baguette into warm, savory, and buttery garlic bread or cube a boule with ease for the perfect Panzanella salad. This stunning bread knife has serrated stainless-steel blades and African rose wood handles with three beautiful gold brass rivets and a gold brass bolster. Au Nain’s elegant and traditional bread knife feel substantial and comfortable in your hand. Perfectly balanced and razor sharp, this bread knife is a staple for any kitchen.

The legend of Au Nain began in 1885 in St. Remy, France, by the current owner’s great-grandfather, Gaston Saint-Joanis. When his main competitor boasted of being the “Giant of the knife”, the imposing 6’5’’ Saint-Joanis replied with characteristic humor and panache by creating the brand “Au Nain”... the dwarf! And that is how this giant of the French cutlery business was born! Four generations later, Au Nain has established its reputation with consumers around the world who demand high standards from their hand-made stainless-steel knives and utensils.

• Ergonomically designed with gorgeous gold brass detailing and African rose wood handles
• Serrated stainless steel blade slices bread with ease and efficiency
• Well-balanced, substantial, and comfortable to hold and use
• Exquisitely handcrafted in the Theirs region of France since the 1800’s by generations of a family of master knife artisans
• Hand wash
• Impeccable quality and construction, ideal for professional and home use
• Since its inception in 1885, Au Nain has been a family run business that preserves tradition and artisanship in their knife making
• Made in France
• Packaged elegantly in a wood box ideal for storage and gift giving

Materials
Stainless Steel; African Rose Wood; Gold Brass Rivets; Gold Brass Bolster

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