The Jean Dubost Laguiole Steak Knives.

Made in Viscomat, France by Jean Dubost, world-renowned cutlers since 1920, these are the Laguiole steak knives favored by prime steakhouses. Made in the 200 year-old tradition of the Laguiole knife, the cutlery has the sturdy stainless steel blade, solid steel bolster, and iconic "bee" engraved into the top bolster. French legend has it that Napoleon Bonaparte awarded his imperial seal--the bee--to the village of Laguiole for the valor of its soldiers. The blade is stamped, ground, and polished by a team of blacksmiths and cutlers during a 25-step process. The solid handle is made from olive wood, a tight-grained durable hardwood that, combined with the hand-sharpened, double-bevel edge blade, provides the necessary heft for quickly cutting through N.Y. strip steaks or double-cut pork chops. The knives have a 4 1/4" blade, measure 9" long overall, and come in a wooden storage box. 9" L x 1/2" W x 3/4" H. (2 3/4 oz.)