Fraraccio Coltello Fraraccio “Il Caltagirone” – Corno nero di bufalo – 23 cm – Primi anni 2000 - Kitchen knife - pocket knife - The Caltagirone - Steel, Brass, Horn - Italy

Fraraccio “Il Caltagirone” – Black buffalo horn and 420 INOX steel – 23 cm – Early 2000s

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Traditional folding knives / Italian artisanal cutlery / Sicilian regional knives

Description
Available at auction this splendid "Il Caltagirone" Fraraccio, an elegant interpretation of one of the most representative knives 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 of eastern Sicily.

The knife measures 23 cm in total length and is equipped with a 10 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, polished, a material long appreciated in traditional cutlery for its robustness, elegance and uniqueness. The natural hue of the horn makes each piece unique, turning it into a true one-of-a-kind item.

For decades knives of this type have accompanied the daily life of Sicilians, used in work, rural activities and convivial moments. With the "Il Caltagirone" model, Fraraccio has reinterpreted 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 characteristics

Manufacturer: Fraraccio
Model: Il Caltagirone
Production: early 2000s
Overall length: 23 cm
Blade length: 10 cm
Blade material: 420 INOX steel
Handle material: polished black buffalo horn
Brass bolster
Manual opening
Traditional Italian folding knife
Model provenance: Sicily

Condition
Excellent condition. Blade perfectly preserved with original satin finish clearly visible. Efficient and precise mechanism. Handle in polished black buffalo horn intact and glossy, with gorgeous natural grain. Complete with its elegant original blue velvet sheath by Fraraccio. The photographs are an integral part of the description.

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