Automatic Knives

Automatic knives (a.k.a. switchblade knife, Italian switchblade knife, button knives, gravity knives) open at the push of a button. This is an especially important feature to have if your disability, occupation or profession has the potential of limiting your mobility or freedom to access a knife through traditional means.

Most automatic knives are deployed out from the handle side like traditional folding knives (some models open directly from the top and are commonly referred to as an OTF for Out The Front), and the blade is spring open assisted to a fully locked position. As you will see, all our switchblades are of the highest quality and will give you years of faithful service.

Automatic Stiletto Operating Instructions:
To fire the knife, press the silver firing button. To retract the blade, press against the right (as opposed to left) bolster and it will pivot. This will unlock the blade. Press the blade until it locks back into place. Your stiletto should come with the locking mechanism on. To unlock the knife, slide the smaller silver button in the down direction.

If you are having trouble closing your stiletto, please watch this short video.

Please read our Automatic Knife Policy.