Jean Dubost Laguiole Cheese Knives #17316

• Three purpose-specific tools in one set: Includes a forked cheese knife for soft and semi-soft cheeses, a wide cleaver for hard aged cheeses and breaking rinds, and a spreader for fresh or spreadable cheeses. Each piece handles a different job, so nothing gets pressed into service out of its range.
• AISI 420 stainless steel throughout — handles and blades: Using the same alloy for both means no mixed-metal joins that can loosen over time or trap moisture between the blade and handle. The mirror-polished finish holds up without special maintenance.
• 2.5mm spines: Noticeably thicker than most cheese knife sets, which matters when cutting through firm aged wheels without the blade flexing or deflecting.
• Dishwasher safe
• Wooden storage box with brass clasp: The box functions as both packaging and a permanent home for the set — no need to re-wrap or source a separate gift box. It arrives ready to give.
• Cleaver measures 9" wide; spreader measures 6" wide — sized for a full cheese board, not a single wedge.
• Each knife is hand-assembled in France by Jean Dubost, a third-generation Laguiole manufacturer based in Thiers.

Pairs Well With

• A slate or marble cheese board — the full-polish stainless finish reads more clearly against a dark or stone surface than on wood.

Brand: Jean Dubost

UPC: 3219330986169

Size: 9w x 1/2h (in)

Weight: 1.3 lbs

Material: AISI 420 Stainless-Steel

What three knives are included in this set, and what is each one used for?

A: The set includes a cleaver (9" wide) for breaking down firm and aged cheeses like Parmigiano or aged Gouda, a forked cheese knife (also 9" wide) with a pronged tip for slicing and serving semi-soft cheeses like Brie or Manchego, and a spreader (6" wide) for soft, spreadable cheeses like chevre or fresh ricotta. Together they cover every style of cheese you’d put on a board.

Are the handles also stainless steel, or just the blades?

A: Both the blades and handles are handcrafted from AISI 420 stainless steel — there is no separate handle material. The mirror-polished finish runs throughout, giving the knives a clean, uniform look that won’t fade, warp or stain over time the way wood or resin handles can.

Does this set come ready to give as a gift?

A: Yes. The three knives are presented in a wooden storage box with a brass clasp, and the set arrives in an attractive gift box. No additional wrapping or assembly is needed — it is genuinely ready to hand over as a host gift or special occasion present straight out of the shipping box.

Are these knives dishwasher safe?

A: Yes, they are dishwasher safe. Because both the blades and handles are solid AISI 420 stainless steel with 2.5mm spines, there are no wood, resin or composite parts that would warp or delaminate from heat and moisture. Hand washing will preserve the mirror finish longer, but the dishwasher won’t damage them.

Where are these knives made, and who makes them?

A: They are hand-made in France by Jean Dubost, one of the most established producers of Laguiole-pattern cutlery. The Laguiole design — recognizable by its sculpted bolster and spine detailing — originates from the Aubrac region of France, and Jean Dubost has been producing it using traditional hand-finishing techniques for generations.

How do these compare to Laguiole cheese knife sets with horn or olivewood handles?

A: The all-stainless version is more practical for regular entertaining: it is dishwasher safe, requires no conditioning and won’t show wear as quickly in high-use settings. Horn and olivewood handle sets offer more warmth and variation in appearance, but they require hand washing and more careful storage. If the knives will see frequent use or need to hold up to repeated cleaning, the stainless set is the more durable choice.