Spanish navaja

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This type of knife was produced in the XIX century in Thiers (France) for the Spanish and South American market. Handle butt simulates ratchet on the tail of a rattlesnake. In the French weaponology it`s called: "la queue de crotale" - rattlesnake tail. These knives have been particularly popular among the Spanish "bandoleros" - robbers.

Dimensions:
Length opened: 333mm
Blade length: 155mm
Maxim. Blade width: 27mm
Blade thickness: 4mm
Weight: 260 gr.

Materials:
Blade, spring: 440C stainless steel
Frame: Brass
Handle: horn (bone), solid brass
Locking system: traditional Mediterranean "locking finger" backlock.


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