Wonderful rare *couteau facette* folding knife with Damascus Blade by Jacques Mongin, 1970s
Plain and
solid ivory handle and lock tab carbon damascus blade on the palm
spring (palette loch system)
The blade
and all metal accessories are completely handcrafted and the spring is fitted
to the handle
Locking tab is nicwly hand file worked and the maker's signature is engraved on the back of the spring
The knife
is in mint condition. The blade is in full profile and locks up tightly and
firmly. Opens and closes smoothly
No damage to note to the handles, no dents to the steel
parts
It measures
98mm folded and 176 mm in fully extended position
Exquisite
detail, the finest materials, flawless craftsmanship, and superlative designs
that transcend the best traditions of the Golden Age of French cutlery are all
incorporated in the handcrafted knives of Mongin. Located in Biesles (Nogent),
France, this small shop of artisans painstakingly create the edged works of art
designed by master cutler, Jacques Mongin. The winner of the prestigious MOF
(Meilleurs Ouvriers de France - Best Craftsmen of France) award in 1965,
Jacques has recently retired, but his son, Daniel Margaux, has taken over and
maintains this cutlery icon’s legacy.