MERCORNE

At the head of Mercorne since 1994, Pome Castanier has followed the paths of innovation and those of the specialized segments to maintain with panache the opening to the world of the family business founded by his father and brother. The young woman, who grew up in Africa, continues to supply cutlers and craftsmen from all over the world with horn, wood species, giraffe bone, camel, zebra, minerals and fossilized mammoth ivory. Materials that will mainly be used to make knife handles... Pome Castanier has also made its mark on the company's history by devoting a great deal of money and energy to research and development. Mercorne has thus specialized in the design of new materials. It offers in particular stabilized wood made in Lozère - a resin is injected into the material to densify it - as well as custom-made services, including inclusions of feathers or fabrics... A diversification that has allowed her to take advantage of new activities: jewellery, lutherie, eyewear....