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    "Lesorja" jack knife

    The artefact

    This hand-made jack knife features a classic myrtle leaf shape. The artefact is characterized by a pecurial mutton-horn handle embellished with diamond-shaped motifs of different colours and a brass frame.

    Details

    Materiali: Steel, Horn, Brass
    Tecniche di lavorazione: The crafting of the blade, Single-piece handle, Ring joint
    Dimensioni: Total length cm 31 ; handle length cm 17 ; Blade length cm 14
    Località di produzione: Nuoro

    Artigiano: Gino Moledda
    Settore: Knives

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    Crafting technique: The crafting of the blade Single-piece handle Ring joint
    Tools: Grinding wheel Torch Blacksmith's work bench Blade-equipped tools for metal cutting Forging tools Finishing tools
    Materials: Steel Horn Brass