Found this from one of my favo ebay sellers:
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Italian Chef Knife with Stainless Steel Blade & Heavy Brass Handle Made by Coricama
Coricama ( CO RI CA MA: Coltellerie Riunite ( United Knives Factory ) of Caslino and Maniago ) founded in 1873. It manufactures knives, scissors, forceps, blades, surgical instruments, and other steel tools for arts and crafts. It is also a contract manufacturer for many companies including Hoffritz, ..
Hoffritz was established in 1930s in New York. They were importer, retailer, and wholesalers of a wide range of cutlery products including knives, razors, and scissors. Most of their products came from the better quality makers mostly in Italy, Germany, and France.
This knife is produced from Caslino and Maniago region of Italy with the patent # 132127.
It has the blade fabricated from the fine stainless steel. The handle is very solid made from solid brass for durability, strength, and balance.
It has the good condition.
*** HOFFRITZ --- ca. 1950's ***"
