Couteau Basque A craftsman's know-how in Anglet

Christophe Lauduique created the Atelier Couteau Basque two decades ago.

A companion cutler, blacksmith and craftsman, respectful of ancient gestures , historian of knives and makilas, Christophe makes knives in the purest artisanal tradition from raw materials (horns, wood, steel).

For several years now, he has been accompanied in his work by his wife, Séverine, who is responsible for shaping the majority of the horn and wooden handles.

Christophe's journeyman expertise and his commitment to careful work allow him to create magnificent, unique pieces that are, each time, a reflection of his art.

It is not uncommon for clients to bring their own materials, such as two branches from the cherry tree in their garden, and ask the knife-making team to make them table knives!

At Couteau Basque, the forge glows and the anvil resonates under the impact of the hammer. Because Christophe forges Damascus, sculpts stainless steel and shapes suminagashi.

Far from the widespread modern assembly practices, which consist of assembling a kit of spare parts purchased from distant industrial companies, Christophe and Séverine offer a work that is completely against the grain of this period of "doing it quickly" and in quantity. Because their knives are made from A to Z. Each step is the result of meticulous handwork where the tool and the machine are never autonomous.

Couteau Basque cutlery will welcome you from Tuesday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.