Dating back for over six hundred years, the Thiers region of France is renowned for its excellence in knife making. Au Nain's "Le Thiers" Prince Gastronome steak knives are meticulously handcrafted in the bucolic hills of southern France, where each knife is individually handmade by local artisans using time-honored craftsmanship, preserving the tradition of high-quality knife making. These steak knives have luxury opaque Lucite handles in a sophisticated midnight black pearl shade that creates a classic and versatile table setting that matches and elevates the surrounding décor. The razor-sharp stainless-steel blades cut steak with an easy efficiency while the elegant curvature of the knife feels well balanced and is comfortable to hold. Made with impeccable craftsmanship, the undeniable quality of these knives will elevate any table setting.             

• Beautiful opaque Lucite handles in midnight pearl 
• Elegantly curved handles are well-balanced, substantial, and comfortable to hold and use
• Packaged elegantly in a wood box ideal for storage and gift giving 
• Razor-sharp serrated blades slice through steak with ease  
• Well-balanced, substantial, and comfortable to hold and use 
• Exquisitely handcrafted in the Theirs region of France since the 1800's by generations of a family of master knife artisans 
• Dishwasher safe   
• Impeccable quality and construction ideal for professional and home use 
• Since its inception in 1885, Au Nain has been a family run business that preserves tradition and artisanship in their knife making  
• Packaged elegantly in a wood box ideal for storage and gift giving

The legend of Au Nain began in 1885 in St. Remy, France, by the   current owner's great-grandfather, Gaston Saint-Joanis. When his main competitor boasted of being the "Giant of the knife", the imposing 6'5''  Saint-Joanis replied with characteristic humor and panache by creating the   brand "Au Nain" ... the dwarf! And that is how this giant of the French cutlery business was born! Four generations later, Au Nain has established   its reputation with consumers around the world who demand high standards from   their handmade stainless-steel knives and utensils.