Maniago, Italy, known as the "City of Knives" is the knife center of Italy. Maniago is located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of the Provinces of Pordenone in northeastern Italy, is an area known for its production of steel blades and boasts about being the home several famous knife manufacturers such as Fox Cutlery, Maserin Knives, Viper, and Lion Steel. They produce wonderful knives and have always had great fit and finish.