Monni Monni Pattadesa Originale – 18cm - Coltello...

Monni Pattadesa Original – Traditional Sardinian knife in buffalo horn - One-piece monolithic handle – EN 1.4116 steel – With certificate and sheath – Early 2000s Category Catawiki Collectors' Knives > Traditional Sardinian Knives > Pattadesa Description Extraordinary original Monni Pattadesa, made in the early 2000s according to the most authentic Sardinian cutlery tradition. A knife that represents one of the island's most iconic symbols, appreciated by generations for its elegance, practicality, and artisan quality. This specimen features a splendid handle carved from a single block of dark buffalo horn, carefully selected, worked, and polished to enhance its natural grain and color depth. The classic sinuous shape of the Pattadesa guarantees an ergonomic grip and gives the knife timeless elegance. Particularly refined is the finely hand-worked ring, a distinctive element that further enhances the knife and testifies to the meticulous craftsmanship of Monni's production. The blade is made of stainless steel EN 1.4116, a high-quality steel known for excellent corrosion resistance, ability to hold an edge, and reliability in everyday use. For generations the Pattadesa has been the inseparable knife of shepherds, breeders, and men of Sardinia, always in their pockets during work and daily life. Even today it represents one of the highest expressions of traditional Sardinian and Italian knife making. This lot is particularly interesting because it comes complete with the original sheath and certificate of authenticity, elements that are always highly valued by collectors. Characteristics Producer: Monni Model: Pattadesa Production: early 2000s Origin: Sardinia, Italy Blade: stainless steel EN 1.4116 Handle: dark buffalo horn monolithic Finely worked ring Manual opening system Complete with sheath Complete with certificate of authenticity Dimensions Total length (open): 18 cm Blade length: 7.5 cm Closed length: 10.5 cm Condition Excellent condition. Blade perfectly preserved, precise mechanism, horn polished and intact with no cracks or structural defects. Sheath and certificate present. The photographs are an integral part of the description and accurately document the condition of the object. A splendid original Monni Pattadesa that encapsulates all the elegance, history, and tradition of Sardinian cutlery, complete with original accessories and aimed at both collectors and enthusiasts of great Italian regional knives.

Estimate:£28.47

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