Fraraccio Coltello Fraraccio Il Caccamo 20 cm Corno lucido - Sicilia - Kitchen knife - folding knife - Il Caccamo - Steel, Horn - Italy

Fraraccio Il Caccamo 20 cm polished horn and 420 INOX stainless steel – Sicily – Early 2000s

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Collector knives – Italian regional knives – Sicilian tradition

Description
Offered in auction a magnificent "Il Caccamo", made by Michele Fraraccio in the early 2000s, an elegant interpretation of one of the most fascinating models of Sicilian knife tradition.

The model takes its name from the historic town of Caccamo, in the Palermo area, a place rich in history and popular traditions. For generations, this type of knife accompanied the inhabitants of the area in daily activities, becoming an authentic symbol of Sicilian rural and artisanal culture.

The specimen presented here stands out for its refined construction with a polished horn handle, characterized by glossy scales that give the knife a timeless elegance. The reflective surfaces and essential lines recall the most sought-after traditional Sicilian knives by collectors.

The blade is made of 420 INOX steel with a satin finish, material appreciated for its corrosion resistance, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

Slender, harmonious and perfectly proportioned, this knife represents an excellent example of Fraraccio’s production from the early 2000s, a period particularly appreciated by enthusiasts of Italian artisanal knife making.

Technical specifications

Manufacturer: Michele Fraraccio
Model: Il Caccamo
Historical provenance of the model: Caccamo (Sicily)
Production period: early 2000s
Blade: satin-finished 420 INOX steel
Handle: polished horn
System: folding knife
Production: Italian artisanal

Dimensions

Total length open: 20 cm
Blade length: 8 cm

Condition
Knife in perfect preserved condition. Blade well maintained with original satin finish. Solid and fully functioning structure. Polished handle in excellent condition, with minimal signs compatible with preservation. Never used, carefully stored over the years.

Collectible interest
Il Caccamo represents one of the most elegant expressions of Sicilian knife tradition. Fraraccio’s craftsmanship makes it a particularly interesting piece for collectors of Italian regional knives and Italian South craftsmanship.

Splendid traditional Sicilian knife, elegant and functional, made by Michele Fraraccio in the early 2000s and perfectly preserved. A genuine piece of Italian craftsmanship that encapsulates the history and tradition of the city of Caccamo.