Collection of four Shechitah knives (Chalif) of various sizes.

GROUP OF FOUR RITUAL SHECHITAH KNIVES.

20th-century

Three housed in individual fitted cases, one labeled: “Schmotzer Janos.” Length of knives: 7.5, 11, 15 and 19.5 inches. * Accompanied by: Rubber stamp of kosher certification, ink pad, sharpening stone and related items. Contained within an attractive leather carrying case.The knife utilized by a Shochet in performing ritual slaughter must be handmade, its blade wholly sharp and smooth, with a flat end. Different animals require different knives: The chalif is approximately two-thirds the size of the animal’s neck. This collection of knives includes those suitable for shechitah for chicken, lamb and cow. Provenance: The late Rev. Chaim H. Zack, Eastbourne (East Sussex), England.