Fraraccio Coltello Fraraccio Il Caccamo 16 cm Corno antico - Sicilia - Kitchen knife - folding knife - Il Caccamo - Steel, Horn - Italy

Fraraccio Il Caccamo 16 cm horn Antique Horn and 420 INOX Steel – Sicily – Early 2000s

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Collectible knives – Italian regional knives – Sicilian tradition

Description
Listed 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 has 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 antique horn handle, characterized by glossy scales that give the knife a timeless elegance. The reflective surfaces and the clean lines recall 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.

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

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: antique horn
System: folding knife
Production: Italian artisan craftsmanship

Dimensions

Total open length: 16 cm
Blade length: 6.5 cm

Condition
Knife in perfect preservation condition. Blade well maintained with original satin finish. Solid and correctly functioning structure. Handle in excellent condition, with minimal signs consistent 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 quality construction makes it a particularly interesting piece for collectors of Italian regional knives and Southern Italian artisanal craftsmanship.

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