Nutcrackers are one of the most traditional figures from the Erzgebirge. They are usually turned from high-quality wood and artistically decorated and painted. However, they do not serve as the name suggests to "crack nuts", but are decorative in nature. There are countless variations and sizes. The most common motifs are often those of soldiers, generals or respected professions such as the hunter. However, there are of course also Santa Clauses which should not be missing. The nutcrackers are made of high-quality wood and painted and varnished with loving details. The nutcrackers are Christmas collector's items but also just let children's eyes become very large. So the mechanics as one could "nutcrack", but also tempts to play.