Our history
2009
An adventure begins
In Brière
After 6 years of making knives in his 9m² “micro-workshop” (a garden shed to be exact), Jean-Henri discovered the existence of Morta while reading a book (La Brière by Chateaubriand). It is at this moment that the idea of a production of handmade knives made from this incredible wood 5 times millenniums old begins to germinate.
Creation of the Morta brand
The swamp oak
The brand is registered at the INPI.
2010
The workshop is growing
the ultimate in luxury
After a year of work, the workshop has grown from 9 to 15m²!
2013
First documentary on ARTE
Incredible satisfaction
Arte is interested in Morta knives and broadcasts a superb documentary in its program “Douces Frances”.
2015
A second documentary on TF1
A small giant step
TFI takes over with its program “Documentary”. Since then, we have had the great honor of attracting the interest of many media.
2018
The workshop is moving
But not very far!
Decidedly too small, the workshop moved to the other side of the street. With a space of 100m², it is now possible to call on the first employee.
2019
The nature
respect it to better protect it
The workshop was awarded the “Valeurs Parc” label. The Regional Natural Park believes that we are “committed together to the respect of nature, the development of man and the local economy”.
2021
First competition
Stars & métiers
Jean-Henri (JHP) was named Artisan of the Year in the “Stars & métiers” competition organized by the Chambers of Trade and the Banque Populaire networks.
The same year, he became a Master craftsman.
2022
Ultimate Trophy
Since it comes directly from the customers
The public prize rewards the JHP workshop among 845 exhibitors at the Made In France show in Paris.
2023
Morta Knives at the National Assembly !
Pride in craftmanship
Morta knives are extremely honored.
We were invited to present our work at the French National Assembly as part of Craft Week.
The public’s enthusiasm for our story and that of our knives was incredible.
Many thanks to Yaël BRAUN-PIVET and Joël FOURNY for this wonderful event.
2024
Morta Knives at the Élysée!
Our work was showcased at the 2024 edition of the “Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France.”
When we received the news of our selection, the workshop was filled with a hint of madness, a wave of excitement, and an unbreakable enthusiasm!
What an incredible honor for our small team!
2025
Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) label
After a procedure initiated two years ago, punctuated by an in-depth appraisal of our workshop in March 2025, we were honored to receive the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label, awarded by the prefect of our region for a five-year period starting March 25, 2025.
This distinction, which recognizes the excellence of our craftsmanship, touches us deeply and encourages us to pursue our commitment to quality and tradition.
Our new workshop in Saint-Nazaire
for our Morta knives
After three years of work, the team’s new workspace is finally ready to welcome our visitors in comfortable conditions. As for working conditions, they have changed radically! More space, more comfort, but the same authenticity 🙂
