Simplicity at its Best Full Tang Cartouche Knife

The knife is most certainly the oldest eating utensil ever made. Although no one can know for certain when, first knives were most certainly made from the sharp stones that were used as tool for fighting and processing food. Knives became commonplace among every class of people -from high medieval nobles to poor workers and farmers. Even though the technology for creating usable cutlery was available, eating knives in the middle age Europe retained their "fighting" edge. Because hosts were not obliged to provide his guest with any kind of eating utensil, guest carried their own knives that were used for both eating and fighting. This full tang blade is constructed from forge iron steel with a drop point style blade. The handle has wooden mounts that has been stained and sealed with a four hole design. The next time you receive a dinner invitation you will be all set with the simple but elegant blade.