AKC WORLD Swinguard Snake Wood 33 cm
Code: AKCAKCW-SW33-SWRelated products
Product detailed description
This large Swinguard automatic knife impresses primarily with its striking construction, massive craftsmanship, and classic appearance inspired by traditional automatic knives. The overall character is emphasized by the combination of natural snake wood, steel bolsters, and a robust blade. The Swinguard acts as a truly massive collector's knife that combines traditional style with a fast automatic mechanism.
Automatic opening allows for the rapid deployment of the blade into a working position with a simple press of the control element. Once opened, the blade is held in the working position by a very firm lock, which enhances security during handling. The robust lock-up represents one of the main advantages of this construction and gives the knife a distinct sense of mechanical strength. The more massive design also fits well with the character of classic automatic knives, where not only function but also mechanical action and overall craftsmanship play an important role.
The handle made of snake wood (Snake Wood) gives the knife a striking natural appearance. This very hard and dense wood is characterized by a distinctive grain that differs from piece to piece, so each knife can look slightly different. The natural material creates an interesting contrast to the technical character of the metal parts. Snake wood gives the massive automatic a more luxurious and traditional appearance, which will be especially appreciated by collectors.
Solid steel bolsters further increase the robustness of the handle and protect its front part during regular handling. The steel construction simultaneously contributes to the significant weight and balance of the knife. The combination of steel and natural wood creates the typical look of classic premium automatic knives. Massive steel bolsters give the construction not only strength but also the characteristic appearance of a large traditional automatic.
The delivery also includes a leather sheath, which allows for safer storage and transport of the knife and simultaneously complements its traditional appearance. Thanks to its striking craftsmanship, natural materials, and fast automatic mechanism, the Swinguard represents an interesting addition to the collection of lovers of classic automatic knives. The large-format design, snake wood, steel bolsters, and secure blade lock create a knife with a distinct collector's character.
Knife length: 33 cm
Blade length: 14.5 cm
Blade thickness: 4 mm
Steel: stainless
Sheath: wood
Blade type: Bayonet
Weight: 345 g
Safety lock against unintended opening
Additional parameters
| Category: | OTF - Speed Assist |
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| Blade material: | stainless PLUS |
| Blade length: | 10 to 15 cm |
| Handle material: | wood |
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Angelo Campolin Sr. was born in 1923 in Maniago, Italy. Before the Second World War, he perfected his knife-making skills and at this time he produced his first switchblades. After the war, in 1947, he founded his company and produced 30 knives with the "Angelo Campolin" label. Although it was quite far away, he used to cycle to Venice to sell them. After a few years he established a partnership with Mauro Mario, who made knives for the American market for many American importers, including Rosco, C.G. Cutlery, B. Svoboda, C.C.C Cutlery and others. Also, tourists in Venice and Trieste went crazy for this ugly toy! Angelo made instruments in 38 cm and 45 cm sizes. At first they were stilettos with a picklock and later they were redesigned in the style of a revolving bolster. Campolin were the only factory to produce this size in the post-war period. Other sizes were and are made by other manufacturers. In the 1960's they began to introduce other mechanisms including the lock back style. These were first used on switchblade hunting knives and then on some stilettos. It became the most popular release mechanism for locking hunting knives.
In the 1970s, Angelo's son Gianni started working for the company and they specialized in closing hunting knives and also in handheld closing stilettos for the Robert Klaas company in Solingen, Germany with the brand Kissing Cranes. This was the beginning of Falcon Knives, which is still in business today. In 1999, Angelo Jr. started working for the company at the age of 21. He went to the United States for the first time to a knife show in Oregon, where he brought back many quality Falcon closing knives. He also had a love for switchblades and from this show and through the internet he established relationships and friendships with many American collectors. He opened his own business specializing in automatic knives. Some were made by Angelo Sr. and some by other Maniago craftsmen under exclusive contracts. This is how his company, called AKC (Automatic Knives Creations, or Angelo Knives Campolin) was formed.
In 2002, American switchblade collectors Dan Fuller, Brad West and Tim Zinser visited Maniago and enjoyed a few glasses of wine with Angelo Jr. and Gianni at the bar. They discussed a new name for some knife projects they wanted to pursue. It was Brad West who suggested that the brand name of the tang be AGA, for Angelo, Gianni, Angelo, which would represent three generations in knife making. The Campolinos liked it and it stuck. In the beginning it was just a few pieces, but it has grown to the point that there are now 12 models and different scale variations. The goal was to offer quality switchblade knives using old techniques and traditions. Being a collector himself, Angelo Jr. knows what others like.
| Manufacturing company : | A.G.A. CAMPOLIN (Itálie/Rakousko) |
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