Antique Right Handed French Tranchet by Louis Rochetin

This workshop was in activity around 1900 in St Etienne and specialised in the manufacture of fine quality shoemaking hammers, pliers & knives - often stamped with the adage ‘Fine Qualité’.

The French tranchet is a slightly curved blade with convex center and bevel on reverse. This is specifically done so the blade has tendency to cut away from the shoe and avoid damages to work.

This particular example is extra long, 29,5cm in length - typical of older style shoemaking knives common up until the end of the 19th century. When held in hand working on the lap, the blade extends to the shoemaker’s knee, intended to be used as a point of leverage or support.

Stamped: Louis Rochetin

Will require honing to your preference