Facilitating switchblade smiles?

[Andy54Hawken]

I did not know they were illegal to own in Washington. That's a burr in the saddle.

It is quite the burr in the saddle...that said If I were to happen upon one , I do know what I would do with it....
Andy

 

[Pete F]

I so want a 'classic" style switchblade knife...alas I can not legally own one here in Washington....
That still doesn't stop me from looking at them ....and wishing...
Andy

When I was working in California at the San Onofre Nuclear Station north of San Diego, the big thing was spending time in Tijuana and picking up a few things not easily found in Washington. One of those things where OTF knives.

Sneaking them back across the border was problematic, as most guys would sstuff the down their pants. These knives where not the best quality and could go off when not expected. A friend learned the hard way, luckily just in the thigh rather than more important areas.

 

[Andy54Hawken]

When I was working in California at the San Onofre Nuclear Station north of San Diego, the big thing was spending time in Tijuana and picking up a few things not easily found in Washington. One of those things where OTF knives.

Sneaking them back across the border was problematic, as most guys would sstuff the down their pants. These knives where not the best quality and could go off when not expected. A friend learned the hard way, luckily just in the thigh rather than more important areas.

EEK!...
I've played a few of those less than quality knives and yeah , that would just be my luck to have it spring open , while in my pocket...
I would love to have a well made one...and will someday...
Andy

 

[CountryGent]

Sneaking them back across the border was problematic, as most guys would sstuff the down their pants. These knives where not the best quality and could go off when not expected. A friend learned the hard way, luckily just in the thigh rather than more important areas.

Ay-ay-ay ...

 

[djc1152]

One thing I should add is I'm looking for traditionally styled blades. Like this:

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I have several Arturo Beltrame classic style Switchblades for sale. Both 9" and 11" Bades for sale. If you're interested and there're legal where you live I'll send pictures.

 

[thorborg]

My HK is an "automatic". Never thought of it as a switch blade though. I cant find them on line so don't think they make them, at least like mine.
It has an aluminum body and comes with a little wrench to take it apart for cleaning or remove the pocket clip.
It has never failed me, keeps an edge forever, plus if you hold your hand in front of it when you pull the slide the ejecting blade will not break skin albeit you will have to give it a tug to reset it. I got it maybe fifteen or twenty years ago and believe it costing over two hundred dollars!! I would never have bought it but my wife saw me drooling over it so bought it for Christmas one year. I'm very glad she did!
Funny thing, about 12 years ago I was in the Portland federal building looking to buy some topographical maps of Oregon and forgot I had it in my pocket when I had to empty my pockets for inspection (Federal building) I thought it was a goner, but they said they weren't sure and had to investigate it so kept it. they played with it, called their main office and their bosses came down and they played with it, all while I was in buying the state maps. When I returned to see if I could have it back they said they could not find it to be illegal and gave it back though it was nearly hot with all the use it got from the security folks.
They did ask me to leave it in the car next time.
Any way I highly recommend them if you can find one.

 

[Hawaiian]

You are correct in that they make great letter openers. But the gadget factor is high. Don't go for the cheap ones as they won't last. Here is a good site to look around.

Switchblade Knives | Italian Stiletto Switchblades for Sale

Switchblade knives and Italian Stiletto knives for sale with FREE SHIPPING. Italian stilettos, switchblades from famous Italian knife makers like Frank Beltrame, AKC, SKM and Angelo Campolin.

www.nicnac.net

 

[CountryGent]

OK, friends. Just placed an order for this blade. The little girl was on my lap whilst doing so; she argued against this, but rather the black handled one. Though her argument was almost unassailable (I am wearing a black shirt, ergo black knife) I still opted for the pearl one. Haha.



For those wishing the link (@Kruel J, @Ura-Ki) here is this for you friends.

 

[Hawaiian]

13". That is a big un.

 

[CountryGent]

13". That is a big un.

Go big or go home. (And since this one will reside at my office rather than carry, might as well go with the one with the 5.7" blade. )

 

[Captain O]

Go to FastTech.com and order your Ganzo knives there. The G707 can be had for less than $19.00. If you are patient, it will come. (2 1/2 weeks isn't forever).

 

[Pete F]

OK, friends. Just placed an order for this blade. The little girl was on my lap whilst doing so; she argued against this, but rather the black handled one. Though her argument was almost unassailable (I am wearing a black shirt, ergo black knife) I still opted for the pearl one. Haha.

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For those wishing the link (@Kruel J, @Ura-Ki) here is this for you friends.

For those BIG FedEx envelopes.

 

[CountryGent]

This sharp friend came into today:

 

[Captain O]

This sharp friend came into today:

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A 13-incher, eh? Nice, but how will you carry it?

 

[CountryGent]

A 13-incher, eh? Nice, but how will you carry it?

No plans to carry; its just going to be a gonzo letter opener. Though putting it in the back pocket of my khakis, it sticks out about a 1/2 inch. So, in theory, I could OC it; though I won't.

I think my next wacky mêlée weapon will be brass knuckles. Alas, it appears BladeHQ appears to be largely out.

 

[Captain O]

I would suggest purchasing either a 9 or 11-inch plain-blade (flat-grind) Italian or a nice Kershaw Launch 8. These make great carry autos and keep a good edge at a reasonable price.

 

[CountryGent]

Sounds neat-o. Another Italian-made blade, but smaller, would be fun.

 

[Captain O]

The Italians are fine, but the Kershaw Launch 8 will serve your needs for a carry knife. Just clip it inside the back pocket of your khakis and away you go! (Trust me, you'll be in love).

 

[officially5150]

I have purchased a few worry free autos from China and generally pay around $50 and rarely have any regrets and I don't mind waiting 3 weeks.
I also have my Gerber autos and a few other legit autos and I find myself grabbing my Chinese autos first before my others when it comes time to beat the crap out of them but that's just me
+1 For bladehq

 

[CountryGent]

I actually used this blade today whilst putting together another shed on the land with the wife. Whoever did the finishing work on the plastic parts was an incompetent jackass. Fortunately my new Italiano friend helped me clear out various components that should have been trimmed at the factory. And I got at least two laughs out of the wife, so win.