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

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

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Collector knives – Italian regional knives – Sicilian tradition

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

The model is named after the historic town of Caccamo, in the Palermo area, a place rich in history and local 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 bovine horn handle, characterized by glossy scales that give the knife a timeless elegance. The reflective surfaces and the simple lines echo the most sought-after traditional Sicilian knives by collectors.

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

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

Technical specifications

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

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 properly functioning structure. Polished handle in excellent condition, with minimal signs compatible with storage. Never used, carefully kept 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 handmade craftsmanship from Southern Italy.

Beautiful traditional Sicilian knife, elegant and functional, created by Michele Fraraccio in the early 2000s and perfectly preserved. An authentic piece of Italian craftsmanship that embodies the history and tradition of the city of Caccamo.

The materials used comply with CITES regulations