Introducing new showcase at Cutlery Museum of Albacete (Spain)

Next Friday, February 20th, at 19.00h, will take place at the facilities of the Municipal Museum of Cutlery from Albacete (Spain), the opening of the new showcase, Cutler Corner, place specially designed to remark the life and work of artisans knife makers.

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This time, will pay tribute to Master Craftsman and founder of Cutlery Martinez from Santa Cruz de Mudela (Ciudad Real – Spain), a town with great cutlery tradition.

In 1940, at the age of 15 years old, Juan Jose Martinez began learning the craft with Gavilan brothers by 3.25 pesetas a day, at that time the average salary of an apprentice was 10-12 pesetas a day.

In 1950, years after returning from military service, set alone with two officers and some employees.

From this moment, at Juan Jose Martinez workshop are manufactured different typical pockets knives of Santa Cruz de Mudela (Ciudad Real – Spain), as Arab style, taconcillo, stilettos, sailors, with carbon steel blades acid etched and enameled made.

In 1976, the Trade Union Work of Craft, awards the Medal of Merit for Labour.

In 1997, he receives the title of Master Craftsman of Castilla La Mancha and recognition of the cutlery industry at a tribute of APRECU.

Juan Jose Martinez, retires at the age of 75 years old.

Currently, at 91 years old is still coming over his factory, Cutlery Martínez, managed today by his three sons, Jose Manuel, Felix Angel Martinez and Juan Bravo.

Congratulations on all you’ve made, Master Craftsman!!!