In Conclusion...
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APV Emporium
I hope you have enjoyed the switchblade photos.  This grew beyond what I originally intended, but if I can help create just a few more switchblade addicts,  I will consider it time well spent.  Hollywood has given these knives a negative stigma that will probably never be overcome.  For over 50 years automatic knives were made in America as useful tools.  It is , quite simply, easier to work with a knife that you can open with one hand.  Check the laws in your area,  because it is possible they are illegal to even possess.  Please support the American Knife and Tool Institute.  It is the only group I know of that is fighting for knife rights.
Fine custom automatics for sale by many makers
SKM
Modern stilettos from Maniago Italy
Arizona Custom Knives
Fine custom knives by many makers
Rocket Knives
Fine custom knives by maker Rob Davidson
Triple Aught Design
Please note that the knives on this site are not for sale.
Modern tactical and all kinds of autos
Automatic Knife Association
A new publication about switchblades
Did you ever wonder how those Nato style out the front knives worked?  Auto in and auto out.  Many people have asked this question and hit the button below and you will see how they work.
Skelton Enterprises
Though Jerry doesn't have a website, you can send $3 for  his catalogue of the most awesome collection of antique switchblades in one place that you will ever find.  
Skelton Enterprises
3795 Hwy. 188
Alamo, TN  38001
          
Acknowledgements:
To my friend Brad West, who is a walking encyclopedia of switchblade knowledge , and generously shares it.  ( and for some very cool knives)
To Merlin, for being a constant source of help, information and encouragement as I have been developing my restoration and customizing skills.  Before I crossed his path , I was happy to just press the button.
To Henning Ritter of Hubertus, a great source of information on European knives
To the town of Maniago, Italy.... I love you!
Special thanks to Rob Davidson of Rocket knives for the Switchblade City title gifs and the James Bros. Diamondback gif.  Check out his awesome site with the above link.
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