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"Douk-Douk" knife 9 cm

Douk-Douk

The Douk-douk folding knife, made in Thiers, takes its name from the Melanesian god engraved on the handle. It is one of the iconic models of French cutlery. Its carbon steel blade ensures a very precise and durable edge but is prone to rust. It must therefore be taken care of and wiped after use and stored in a dry place.


$31.00
Details

AFNOR XC75 carbon steel with heat treatment for excellent strength and flexibility
9 cm handle with bronze weapon treatment. Bail
Made in Thiers (France)

AFNOR XC75 carbon steel with heat treatment for excellent strength and flexibility
9 cm handle with bronze weapon treatment. Bail
Made in Thiers (France)

Product History

The Cognet cutlery company, founded in Thiers in 1835, created this knife in 1929 for the Melanesian market, which was an interesting commercial hub.
The character struck on the handle is the effigy of the Melanesian god Douk-Douk, whose origins are lost in the mists of time and his cult still perpetuated today. The Melanesian market having proved disappointing, the marketing of the Douk-Douk then turned to North Africa where, in a very short time, it would experience unprecedented success, to become the "national pocket knife" in Algeria, then a French province. Later the French Administration considered it as "war material" and prohibited its importation. The Douk-Douk thus became the "snack knife" of the French military. It was with the return of the troops following decolonization that the Douk-Douk then began a new career in mainland France to become today an icon of Cognet cutlery.

The Cognet cutlery company, founded in Thiers in 1835, created this knife in 1929 for the Melanesian market, which was an interesting commercial hub.
The character struck on the handle is the effigy of the Melanesian god Douk-Douk, whose origins are lost in the mists of time and his cult still perpetuated today. The Melanesian market having proved disappointing, the marketing of the Douk-Douk then turned to North Africa where, in a very short time, it would experience unprecedented success, to become the "national pocket knife" in Algeria, then a French province. Later the French Administration considered it as "war material" and prohibited its importation. The Douk-Douk thus became the "snack knife" of the French military. It was with the return of the troops following decolonization that the Douk-Douk then began a new career in mainland France to become today an icon of Cognet cutlery.

Maintenance guide

Wipe with a soft cloth after use
Treat with camellia oil for maintenance and rust protection

Wipe with a soft cloth after use
Treat with camellia oil for maintenance and rust protection

Delivery & Return

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).

Delivery :

In mainland France, home delivery by Colissimo or at a relay point by Mondial Relay. Free shipping from 150€.

Europe by Chronopost.

World by Colissimo.

Free in-store pickup.

Return policy ( see GTS ).