Forge de Laguiole Juniper Wood Steak Knives - BrushedThe Original Forge de Laguiole steak knives are used by the greatest Chefs worldwide, including those at dozens of Michelin Starred restaurants. High end steak knives are never serrated; one should not feel the need to "saw" a steak. The handles are crafted from Juniper Wood (Genevrier), a favorite among Laguiole enthusiasts. Juniper is a wild, hardy wood known for its incredible pepper like fragrance, which it naturally retains for years.