Frank Beltrame Stiletto 23cm Switchblade Knife Bayonet Olive Wood
Code: FB23/94BDProduct detailed description
Switchblade Bayonet Stiletto is an elegant and functional spring knife from the renowned Frank Beltrame brand. It was carefully designed, combining exceptional aesthetics with excellent functionality. This tool is distinguished not only by the manufacturer's tradition of more than half a century of experience in handcrafting high-quality knives, but also by its unique light olive wood handle, giving it a unique character. The spring-loaded opening mechanism allows the blade to be ejected almost instantly.
Beltrame knives are handmade, each piece is original and may have minor "beauty flaws".
Additional parameters
| Category: | FOLDING KNIVES |
|---|---|
| Total Length: | 22,5 cm |
| Blade Length: | 10 cm |
| Blade Thickness: | 4 mm |
| Closed Length: | 12,5 cm |
| Handle Thickness: | 1,8 cm |
| Blade Material: | 420 Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material: | Olive wood |
| Blade Finish: | Satin |
| Blade Style: | Bayonet |
| Lock Type: | Bolster Lock |
| Weight: | 105 g |
| Country of Origin: | Italy |
The Beltrame family has a long tradition in knife- making, actually they are at fourth generation of makers.
Maniago in the 1950s became a hub for switchblades knives production and in 1956 a young Frank Beltrame began working with his father and uncles at their company: Beltrame Vittorio e Figli.
The family continued to work together until 1969, when Ivano suddenly passed away.
In the 1970s Frank decide to start his own business as the demand for knives increased, especially in Germany and France.
In the 1980s he menaged to regain access to US market thanks to patent of Atlas Kit.
In the 1990s the company invent Switch model to counter the competition of other producers and China.
From 1996, his children Sara and Ivano joined the company, bringing fresh ideas and restructuring it as F.lli Beltrame F & C . Over the years Frank refined production techniques working with Ivano and italian stiletto knives gained worldwide recognition.
In the early 2000s, the company experimented with new technological knife models and introduce: B-Stealth, B-Naked, Tinea Kombat, B-Guard.
In 2010 Picklock models and Swinguard 11” were introduced.
Currently, the company continues to innovate its switchblades knives, offering an increasingly higher level of quality, using laser cutting, for springs and blades, and a great thickness, which is essential for manufacturing products aimed at experts and collectors worldwide.
From 2016 Frank Beltrame Italy is a registered trademark.