In Arbus, the Museo del Coltello Sardo e coltelleria l'Arburesa traces Sardinian knife-making through a collection spread across four rooms. You can see knives from different centuries, tools and machines in a room arranged like an old smithy, and paintings by the master craftsman. A documentary explains the making process, and the workshop may be at work during your visit. Handmade knives and small souvenirs are available to buy, including magnets.
Knives and the smithy
The collection fills four rooms and includes knives from different centuries. One room is arranged like an old smith's workshop, with tools and machines used to make knives. Paintings by the master craftsman hang on the walls.
The display includes pieces in a range of sizes, from small knives to a record-sized example reported to measure three metres. The collection focuses on local knife-making and its craft traditions.
Making knives in Arbus
A documentary covers the knife-making process. The museum is connected to the working coltelleria, where the owner makes knives; if the workshop is active during your visit, you may be able to see the work in progress.
Handmade knives and souvenirs are available to buy. The collection and workshop make this a focused stop for anyone interested in Sardinian blades and how they are made.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is the Museo del Coltello Sardo?
It is at Via Roma, 15, in Arbus, Sardinia.
What can you see at the museum?
The four rooms contain knives from different centuries, a room arranged as an old smithy, paintings, and a documentary about knife-making.
Can you buy a knife at the museum?
Handmade knives by the craftsman are available to buy, along with souvenirs such as magnets.
Can you watch knife-making at the museum?
You may see the owner working in the workshop, though this is not guaranteed.
