Alejandro Sedeño Jerezana Damascus & Bull Horn

Handcrafted Jerezana -Style Folding Knife – Bull Horn and Damascus Steel. Elevate your collection with a piece of authentic Andalusian craftsmanship. This *Jerezana*-style folding knife combines the traditions of master cutlers from the past with premium, high-quality materials. Designed for connoisseurs of fine cutlery, each piece is entirely unique, thanks to the one-of-a-kind patterns found in its materials.

Key Features:

Damascus Steel Blade: Hand-forged, it features the characteristic, striking wavy patterns on its surface, offering exceptional hardness, superior edge retention, and an unparalleled aesthetic.

Bull Horn Handle: Crafted from natural horn and hand-polished to highlight its unique color contrasts—dark tones blended with light streaks—each handle offers a smooth texture and a warm, natural feel.

Friction-Lock System: A classic, robust, and secure mechanism that avoids complex springs, relying instead on the pressure applied to the pivot and the ferrule (bolster) to keep the blade in place.

100% Handcrafted: Meticulously created by expert hands, preserving the traditional methods of the cutlery craft.

The Origins of the Jerezana Folding Knife

The Jerezana -style folding knife is an integral part of the rich heritage of Andalusian cutlery, closely linked to the artisanal traditions of the province of Cádiz—including iconic towns such as Paterna de Rivera.

Historically, Jerez de la Frontera has served as a vital hub for commerce, livestock farming, and equestrian culture. Rural workers, muleteers, travelers, and farmhands required reliable, durable, and easy-to-handle cutting tools for their daily tasks. From this need emerged a distinct type of knife, characterized by:

The blade silhouette: Traditionally designed to provide a clean, versatile cut, featuring a pronounced tip that facilitated various rural tasks.

The friction mechanism: As one of the oldest and simplest mechanisms in the history of folding knives, it ensured great durability and required minimal maintenance—an essential quality in a rural environment where complex repair tools were unavailable.

The use of local materials: Bull and goat horn have long been deeply linked to the region’s livestock sector, becoming the preferred material for knife handles due to their resistance to wear and their organic beauty.

Today, acquiring a jerezana knife with a Damascus steel blade means obtaining a living piece of the history of Spanish cutlery—reinterpreted through the standards of exclusivity and beauty found in high-end contemporary craftsmanship.

Materials:
Blade: damascus steel (1095/15n20).
Handle: bull horn.
Lock System: friction.
Bolster: stainless.

Measurements:
Blade: 85 mm.
Overall: 195 mm.
Closed: 110 mm.
Tickness: 2.5 mm.
Weight: 65 grs.

Made in Spain.