Vintage French Knife Set 5x Made in France 1985

Experience a Complete Vintage French Knife Set - 5 Knives, 5 Sizes

A beautifully preserved vintage French knife set - five knives spanning five sizes, from a 300mm carving knife down to a 150mm utility blade. Stainless steel, fully forged, full tang, wood handles, made in France by Sabatier and associated makers. A complete set like this is a rare find - one-of-a-kind, and ready to work again.

The Specs

• Brand: Sabatier and others
• Steel: Stainless steel, 58 HRC
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Style: Fully forged, full tang
• Blade lengths: 300mm / 280mm / 160mm / 160mm / 150mm
• Overall lengths: 450mm / 410mm / 300mm / 290mm / 280mm
• Blade thickness: 1.5mm
• Handle: Wood
• Weight: Approx. 100g each
• Origin: Made in France
• Condition: Vintage - one-of-a-kind set
• Includes: 5x knives

Five Knives, Every Task Covered

A five-knife set spanning 150mm to 300mm covers every kitchen task from fine paring to full carving. Stainless steel at 58 HRC holds a good working edge and is forgiving of moisture - practical for everyday use. The wood handles are warm and traditional, with full tang construction for excellent balance. Sabatier and associated French makers from this era produced knives with a quality and character that modern production rarely matches. A genuine collector's set.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly and sharpen on a whetstone or with a professional sharpener as needed
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - avoid loose drawers