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Meticulous Design. Made in France.   With over a decade of experience, Benjamin Auzier's design approach goes beyond sketches, as he delves into modeling and manufacturing processes to ensure his creations meet technical standards while embodying his vision. Located at the foothills of the national forest in La Boissière village, Azuier invites visitors to its cutlery workshop near Montpellier, offering a unique opportunity to explore Benjamin's collector's items and engage in the art of cutlery making, reflecting a deep-rooted passion for French craftsmanship and artisanal traditions. Benjamin shares his portfolio of finely crafted pieces, each bearing the hallmark of meticulous...

Ask an Expert Knife Questions On Shop Girls 107.1 in Minneapolis And Saint Paul Kitchen Knife Questions Our founder Joseph had the pleasure to join Ali and Harmony on Saturday morning to chat kitchen knives. A few questions included:  How do you know when a knife is dull?  How many knives do you have in your kitchen?  What's your favorite knife The show page is here. An audio feed is here (start at 20mins) An Edited Transcript follows ### Ali: [00:00:00] You're listening to Shop Girls on MyTalk 107.1. I'm Ali Kaplan with my mom, Harmony. Thank you for tuning in....

Seki Cutlery Festival 56th Seki Cutlery Festival, October 7th (Sat) & 8th (Sun) Held in the Gifu area, this festival celebrates the metal crafting history of Seki and Japan This is a great place to experience Japan's metalsmithing history that has evolved to a center of today's kitchen knife industry. For locals, this is the largest festival of the year. So, it's about more than kitchen knives. The main stages celebrate tradition. The street vendors sell local foods and crafts. And there is a generally upbeat and joyful tone around the whole city.  You'll find: Martial Arts Demonstrations Swordsmithing Demonstrations The...

EDC with James Brand Born out of a desire for something better, The James Brand emerged from the creative minds of a group of designers and adventurers in Portland, Oregon, who sought to craft products that truly reflected their values and lifestyles. With a commitment to minimalism and a design-led approach, The James Brand creates knives and tools that prioritize functionality eschewing unnecessary embellishments in favor of clear attention to detail and premium craftsmanship. From urban environments to outdoor adventures, The James Brand's modern, minimalist everyday carry items are meticulously designed to be reliable companions, ensuring that you always have...