Vintage French Laguiole L'Eclair 440 Mini Pocket Knife Wood Handle Spine Filewrk For Sale

Up for sale is a beautiful vintage Laguiole L'Eclair miniature folding pocket knife in excellent pre-owned condition. Featuring traditional French styling, this compact model showcases intricate custom-style filework along the blade spine and backspring, the iconic forged bee/fly emblem, and rich wood scales.Design & Features:
Yatagan-style 440 stainless steel blade with original factory edge
Ornate decorative vine/rope filework along the spine and backspacer
Classic integrated bee/fly spring accent
Laminated pakkawood / rosewood handle scales with three flush pins
Brushed stainless steel front and rear bolsters with attached triangular keyring/lanyard bail
Traditional non-locking slipjoint actionDetails & Condition:
Blade & Mechanics: Clean satin finish with no heavy scratching, pitting, or edge chipping. The blade opens smoothly with solid spring tension and firm lockup in the open position.
Handle & Bolsters: Wood scales are in outstanding shape with deep grain and no cracks or chips. Bolsters show only light, minimal handling wear.Tang Stamp: Marked "LAGUIOLE® L'ECLAIR 440" with the reverse showing the stylized bee logo stamp.
Dimensions: Approx. 3 inches closed (excluding ring bail), 5.25 inches fully opened, with a 2.25-inch blade.Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition and measurements, as they are part of the description.SHIPPING, INSURANCE & PROTECTION: To guarantee your piece arrives safely, all orders are dispatched via USPS Priority Mail. A flat rate of $10 covers:Full Insurance Coverage covering the exact value of your purchase.
A 3-day handling window to ensure secure and meticulous packaging.RETURNS & REFUNDS:Shop with confidence. While I offer comprehensive hallmark identification and high-quality images to ensure accuracy, I accept returns within 30 days of delivery if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase. (Domestic Only)