Fraraccio Coltello Fraraccio “Il Caltagirone” – Corno nero di bufalo – 20 cm – Primi anni 2000 - Kitchen knife - pocket knife - The Caltagirone - Steel, Brass, Horn - Italy

Fraraccio “Il Caltagirone” – Black buffalo horn and 420 INOX steel – 20 cm – Early 2000s

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Traditional folding knives / Italian artisanal cutlery / Sicilian regional knives

Description
Offered at auction is this splendid “Il Caltagirone” Fraraccio, an elegant interpretation of one of the knives most representative of Sicilian tradition.

Made in the early 2000s by the historic Fraraccio cutlery in Frosolone, this model pays homage to the culture and traditions of the city of Caltagirone, one of the most important centers in eastern Sicily.

Beyond the traditional use in daily activities, this knife was often present during convivial moments as well, used at the table for cutting antipasti such as cold cuts, cheese, and other products typical of the local tradition.

The knife measures 20 cm in total length and is equipped with an 8.5 cm blade in 420 INOX steel, characterized by a slender and harmonious profile that recalls the classic lines of Sicilian knives handed down from generation to generation.

The magnificent handle is made of black buffalo horn, a material long appreciated in traditional cutlery for its sturdiness, elegance, and uniqueness. The natural shading of the horn makes each piece unique.

For decades, knives of this type accompanied the daily life of Sicilians, used in work, rural activities, and convivial moments. With the Il Caltagirone model, Fraraccio has managed to reinterpret this important heritage while keeping the charm of tradition intact.

An elegant, practical knife strongly tied to island culture, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of Italian regional cutlery.

Technical specifications

Producer: Fraraccio
Model: Il Caltagirone
Production: early 2000s
Total length: 20 cm
Blade length: 8.5 cm
Blade material: 420 INOX steel
Handle material: polished black buffalo horn
Polished brass bolster
Manual opening
Italian traditional folding knife
Model origin: Sicily

Condition
Excellent condition. Blade perfectly preserved with the original satin finish clearly visible. Mechanism efficient and precise. Intact and polished black buffalo horn handle with beautiful natural veining. Complete with its elegant original blue Fraraccio velvet sheath. The photographs are an integral part of the description.

Historical note
The Caltagirone is one of the most iconic models of traditional Sicilian cutlery. Carried for generations in the pockets of island men, it represents a perfect balance between functionality, elegance, and territorial identity. Even today it remains one of the knives most appreciated by lovers of Sicilian tradition.