Beltrame Original Stiletto Oliva 28cm
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Product detailed description
This traditional Italian stiletto is inspired by the original Frank Beltrame Italy switchblade design while incorporating several mechanical refinements that improve reliability and overall performance. The updated construction addresses common manufacturing limitations of classic stilettos, resulting in a more precise automatic action and improved blade stability when locked open. It preserves the unmistakable appearance of a traditional Italian switchblade while offering enhanced functionality.
The blade opens automatically using the central push button located on the front of the handle, while a separate blade release lever positioned on the back of the handle unlocks the mechanism for safe closing. An integrated safety lock helps prevent accidental deployment during carrying. Among collectors and knife enthusiasts, the Italian stiletto remains the classic symbol of the automatic or switchblade knife.
The standard-profile blade is manufactured from W.1.4034 (AISI 420) stainless steel, hardened to approximately 56 HRC. This proven steel provides excellent corrosion resistance, dependable cutting performance, and easy maintenance. The strengthened construction improves blade rigidity while maintaining the traditional appearance of the classic Italian stiletto.
The handle features olive wood scales, giving every knife its own distinctive grain pattern and warm natural appearance. Olive wood combines durability with timeless elegance and develops additional character through regular use. Brass liners provide structural strength, while the pivoting front bolster is secured to the blade by a small rivet, contributing to the knife's precise mechanical operation.
Each knife is hand-assembled in Italy, preserving the craftsmanship and attention to detail that have made traditional Italian stilettos highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Specifications
- Overall Length: 28 cm
- Blade Length: 12.5 cm
- Blade Steel: W.1.4034 (AISI 420) Stainless Steel
- Hardness: 56 HRC
- Blade Style: Standard
- Handle Material: Olive Wood
- Safety Lock: Yes
- Handmade in Italy
Additional parameters
| Category: | Classic folding knives |
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| Blade material: | stainless PLUS |
| Blade length: | 10 to 15 cm |
| Handle material: | wood |
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Frank Beltrame has been producing traditional Italian Stiletto knives for more than forty years, earning strong recognition among demanding customers worldwide. Crafted in Maniago, these knives combine manual skill with precise spring-driven mechanics. Decades of continuous production have refined the opening action into a reliable and unmistakable signature. This balance of tradition and function defines the Italian stiletto knife.
The Maniago Smith manufacturing heritage has been passed down through generations, preserving attention to detail and mechanical accuracy. Consistent spring tension and clean deployment remain key indicators of quality. At the same time, the company engages in the Made in Maniago certification project and ongoing material research, aligning tradition with modern European standards.
The classic product line adheres strictly to traditional craftsmanship and premium materials such as buffalo horn, stag horn, exotic woods, mammoth ivory, ebony, and durable synthetic options. Each handle material delivers a unique texture and visual depth, making every knife distinctive. The blade, made from stainless steel W.1.4034 hardened to HRC 56, offers a balanced mix of resilience and edge stability, while brass inlays OT63 and OT67 reinforce the timeless appearance.
The Italian stiletto knife stands as an icon in history and popular culture. Originating in medieval Italy, its slim, pointed blade with a diamond profile symbolizes elegance and penetration. Today, collectors value the stiletto primarily for its historical significance and refined Italian craftsmanship rather than its former combative role.
| Manufacturing company : | F.lli Beltrame F & C (Frank Beltrame) |
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