Arburesa knife
The artefact
The rounded laurel leaf-shaped blade of this hard wearing arburese jack knife is made of damask carbon steel, it has a handle with a spring, grips in light ram horn, nails and a brass ring joint. Entirely handcrafted as a unique piece, it has ever-changing finishes and details.
Details
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Crafting technique:
The crafting of the blade Pattadese jack knife
Tools:
Blacksmith's work bench