



1950s StilettosA large numbers of folding switchblades or automatic opening knives were imported from Italy to the United States during the 1950s. Most of these switchblades were side-opening stilettos and some even used a telescoping blade. These Italian switchblades possessed a slim-profile handle and vestigial cross guard. |
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Switchblade vs. Assisted OpeningBUDK does not sell automatic or switchblade stilettos. Although many of our stilettos possess gravity, or assisted opening blades which often open as fast as any automatic knife on the market. These knives should be considered just as great of a self defense weapon as a switchblade. |