Vintage 1970s Fackelmann Inox Boning Knife with Tomato Handle – German Stainless Steel, Retro Kitchen

Add a touch of European retro charm to your kitchen with this vintage Fackelmann Inox boning knife, featuring a long, curved stainless steel blade and a playful molded tomato handle. Made in Germany in the 1970s–early 1980s, this quirky collectible weighs 2.1 oz and measures ~8.25” long, perfect for display or practical use in your farmhouse, cottage, or retro kitchen. The vibrant red tomatoes with green stems are a nod to the mid-century kitsch aesthetic, bringing both function and fun to your kitchen setup.

Fackelmann, founded in Germany in 1948, became internationally known in the 1970s for exporting high-quality stainless steel kitchenware marked “Inox” (meaning stainless) across Europe and the U.S. During this era, novelty kitchen tools — especially those with playful vegetable or fruit handles — were hugely popular, blending practical utility with whimsical design. This tomato-handled boning knife is a perfect example of mid-century German craftsmanship paired with the retro kitchen trends of the time. Collectors today love these pieces for their nostalgic charm, durable materials, and iconic look.

Wear & Condition

This item is vintage or antique, and as such, may exhibit typical signs of age—including light surface wear, patina, faint discoloration, minor imperfections & crazing. These characteristics are part of its charm and story. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing

Display Props

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Use & Safety

All items are for decorative use only and are not toys. Please handle with care and keep out of reach of children.

Lead Disclaimer

Some vintage pieces may have been produced before modern lead safety regulations. These are sold for decorative purposes only and are not intended for food or drink use.

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