Lion Sabatier Cheese Knife Idéal Provençao Olive Wood 13 cm
The blade cuts effortlessly through soft and hard cheese
Looks great on the cheese board at a drinks reception or after dinner
Arrives sharp out of the box and is easy to sharpen yourself
A good cheese board deserves a good knife. Not a wobbly plastic thing that squashes the brie and splinters the aged cheese - but a knife that cuts with conviction, feels great in the hand, and looks fantastic alongside your selection of cheeses. The Lion Sabatier Cheese Knife Idéal Provençao is just that: a knife you can be proud to bring to the table.
The 13 cm blade made of 4116 Nitro+ steel - nitrogen-enriched stainless steel that is sharper and harder than regular stainless steel - glides through soft brie and hard parmesan without snagging or squeezing. And that handle made of real olive wood, finished with three stainless steel rivets? That’s not just a detail, it’s a statement. This knife is made in Thiers, the French knife capital, where generations have passed down the art of knife sharpening. You can taste the craftsmanship in every slice.
Why this cheese knife belongs on every cheese board
- Effortlessly cuts through every type of cheese - From creamy camembert to hard aged cheddar: the blade cuts without pressure or pushing.
- Comes sharp out of the box - You don’t need to sharpen it before cutting your first piece of cheese. Just unpack and enjoy.
- Easy to sharpen - Thanks to the European sharpening method, you can keep the blade at peak sharpness without special tools.
- Beautiful olive wood handle - Each piece of olive wood has its own grain and colour. Your knife is therefore unique - and you can see that.
- Sturdy and balanced - Weighing 120 grams, it has enough weight for control without tiring your hand.
- Timeless French craftsmanship - Made in Thiers, the city where serious knives are born.
The blade: where sharpness and style meet
The 13 cm blade of this cheese knife is forged from 4116 Nitro+ steel - a type of steel found in professional knives because it adds nitrogen to the alloy. What does that mean for you? A blade that is harder, stays sharp longer, and is more resistant to rust than standard stainless steel. You cut with precision, whether you’re slicing thin pieces for a charcuterie board or sturdy cubes for an aperitif.
The blade is 13 cm long - the ideal size for a cheese knife. Long enough to slice through a whole piece of cheese in one movement, compact enough for complete control. The total length of the knife is 24.5 cm, making it perfect to lay on the board or hold in hand while serving.
💡 Cookinglife Tip: Let soft cheeses like brie or camembert come to room temperature before cutting. This way, the blade glides through even smoother, giving you beautiful, neat slices. Perfect for that moment when you want to impress your guests.
The handle: olive wood that only gets better
Olive wood is not a random choice. It is one of the densest and hardest types of wood you can find in a kitchen knife handle - strong, durable, and with a warm, characteristic grain that is never the same twice. Your cheese knife literally has its own personality. The three stainless steel rivets secure the handle firmly to the blade, ensuring there’s never any wobbling or loosening, even after years of use.
The olive wood also gives the knife that atmosphere you seek at the table: warm, artisanal, southern. When this knife lies next to your cheeses on the board, it tells a story - about Provence, about craftsmanship, about enjoying without haste. Just the right tone for a cosy gathering or an elaborate dinner.
Important: Always wash the knife by hand and dry it immediately. Olive wood and the dishwasher are not friends. Treat your knife well, and it will last you for years - becoming more beautiful over time, just like the best things do.
The Idéal Provençao series: a collection that comes together at the table
The cheese knife is part of the Lion Sabatier Idéal Provençao series - a line with a clear character. Stainless steel blade, olive wood handle, rivets: a style that is robust and refined at the same time. If you already have knives from this series, this cheese knife fits in like a good combination of cheeses: logical, tasty, and complete. Starting here? Then you have a beautiful starting point for a serious collection.
Specifications
- Collection: Idéal Provençao
- Type: Cheese knife
- Blade length: 13 cm
- Total length: 24.5 cm
- Weight: 120 grams
- Blade material: 4116 Nitro+ steel (nitrogen-enriched stainless steel)
- Handle material: Olive wood with 3 stainless steel rivets
- Colour: Silver and brown
- Sharpening method: European
- Dishwasher safe: No - wash by hand and dry immediately
- Country of origin: France (Thiers)
- Brand: Lion Sabatier
In the package
- Lion Sabatier Cheese Knife Idéal Provençao Olive Wood 13 cm
Your cheese board deserves the best company. Whether you’re serving an elaborate platter, assembling a cheese board after dinner, or simply enjoying a good piece of cheese at home: this cheese knife from Lion Sabatier cuts sharply, feels great in the hand, and looks just as good as the cheeses you serve with it. Add it to your collection and discover the difference a good knife makes - with every slice, at every moment.
