Frank Centofante - Mother of Pearl Lockback knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - handmade knife

Knife withdrawn from a private collection - Beautiful unique piece made in the late 90s by the famous American Knifemaker Frank Centofante who passed away in 2009 - Like new condition. Never re-sharpened - Checked and certified by our internal Collini Cutlery laboratory.

Intended use: Collection / Gentleman

Type of production: Artisan
Blade production: USA
Blade: ATS34 stainless steel
Blade treatment: -
Handle: damasco and Abalone
Blade length: 75mm
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Length closed: 102mm.
Total length: 180mm.
Thick when closed: 11mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 102g.
Closing: Back Lock
Clip: -
Sheath: -
Packaging: -
Notes: rare handmade knife made by the well-known American knife maker Frank Centofante who recently passed away, serial number 023

Frank Centofante is a well-known legend in the worldwide custom cutlery industry.

Frank started producing knives on a professional level in 1970, in 1971 he joined the Knifemakers Guild holding the position of President between 1989 and 1996. He was also a member of the Cutlery Hall of Fame and of the Italian Knifemakers Guild.

He was particularly known for the production of high-end collectible folding knives.

Frank Centofante died on September 7, 2009 after suffering from a long illness.
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