Created in 2015, the Lombard knife embodies both heritage and innovation. Designed by Adrien Giovaninetti on the occasion of his arrival in Auvergne, this model is a tribute to Lombard, the village where he settled to perfect his art of cutlery. The village is said to have taken its name from the Italian origins (Lombardy) of the Sabatier family, craftsmen who left their mark on the history of French cutlery. This knife, designed during an inter-apprentice competition organized by the Rotary Club, reflects both Adrien's passion for cutlery and his attachment to music, particularly jazz, a nod to the Rue des Lombards in Paris.

Design inspired by French tradition

The Lombard model draws its inspiration from the classic shapes of the Capucin and Laguioles straight Yssingeaux knives, two symbols of French cutlery. The blade, in the shape of a sage leaf, is designed to be non-aggressive, evoking an elegant style suited to the art of the table.

A balance between tradition and modernity

With its meticulous, harmonious design, highlighted by a corbin beak and elegant curves, the Lombard offers a modern aesthetic while paying homage to traditional techniques. Its precise, handcrafted mechanism reflects the great mastery of Thierno cutlery and perpetuates local culture, reinforcing the idea of continuity with previous generations.

Marketed by Adrien since October 2015, the Lombard knife is an obvious choice, at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, while celebrating the links between regions and cultures.

For several generations at Fontenille Pataud, our craftsmen traditionally handcraft exceptional knives, as is customary in the town of Thiers.

Each of our knifemakers nurtures the hope of creating, every day and especially for you, a lasting object that will be at your side every day.

The London by Fontenille Pataud is the result of the work of our whole team of qualified and passionate knifemakers. We hope that you will enjoy using this London as much as we enjoyed creating this French folding knife.