Some of my autos!

[Clack]

Thats a good looking knife QGotflake.

[QGofLake]

Thats a good looking knife QGotflake.

Tks Clack, JW and MadMarco!

[Madmarco]

This recent addition to my auto accumulation can be considered as 1 of my choices as my Grail knife!
I have claimed Grail knife for a few other knives before this one, so it's a good thing we're not limited to only one!

This is a gently pre-owned 10" open Hubertus "Slimline" leverlock, that sports a SS flat ground spear-point blade featuring filework on the top edge and a blade etch that includes a "W" in front of "Germany" denoting it's rare and made in the 80's since newer copies don't have the "W", NS bolsters and lever, brass liners and pins, and the much coveted black micarta covers.

It weighs a hefty 6+ oz.'s and arrived sharp.
It walks open smoothly and with authority via the lever and talks silently when closing via the lever.
The fit and finish is polished and still perfect even after some 40+ years.

I was only able to acquire my knife with the help of an anonymous AAPK BladeBrother, who, upon handling it fell in love and began talking trade, but unfortunately I had to squash his dreams and refuse, which broke my heart since he has afforded me so much help and kindness previously, but a Grail is a Grail so I'm working on finding him a suitable substitute! My current favorite knife!
These were available at one point from their factory, but they only offered them with a kriss blade if you wanted yours in black micarta, but I don't own any knives with kriss blades and never will!

This last picture is the 2 brothers 8"/10" to show the comparison!

[QGofLake]

This recent addition to my auto accumulation can be considered as 1 of my choices as my Grail knife!
I have claimed Grail knife for a few other knives before this one, so it's a good thing we're not limited to only one!

This is a gently pre-owned 10" open Hubertus "Slimline" leverlock, that sports a SS flat ground spear-point blade featuring filework on the top edge and a blade etch that includes a "W" in front of "Germany" denoting it's rare and made in the 80's since newer copies don't have the "W", NS bolsters and lever, brass liners and pins, and the much coveted black micarta covers.

It weighs a hefty 6+ oz.'s and arrived sharp.
It walks open smoothly and with authority via the lever and talks silently when closing via the lever.
The fit and finish is polished and still perfect even after some 40+ years.

I was only able to acquire my knife with the help of an anonymous AAPK BladeBrother, who, upon handling it fell in love and began talking trade, but unfortunately I had to squash his dreams and refuse, which broke my heart since he has afforded me so much help and kindness previously, but a Grail is a Grail so I'm working on finding him a suitable substitute! My current favorite knife!
These were available at one point from their factory, but they only offered them with a kriss blade if you wanted yours in black micarta, but I don't own any knives with kriss blades and never will!
8)WIN_20240306_20_20_44_Pro.jpgWIN_20240306_20_21_03_Pro.jpgWIN_20240306_20_24_43_Pro.jpgThis last picture is the 2 brothers 8"/10" to show the comparison!

That sure is a nice slimline Marco! The older Hubertus knives are awesome! I've got a pre fall of the wall size #11 in stag. They are extremely well made and fully understand why that is a Grail knife. Looks particularly cool and love that micarta.

Here is one I added to my collection. It is an 11 inch Inter Italy. It is not mint as it has had repairs done, substantial ones at that. It is however re-scaled in my favorite black and white horn. Operates beautifully with no peek, centers perfectly and has zero wobble, which are all great for a vintage knife that's about 70 years or so old. The blue tint here and there is due to the cover on my phone. Anytime I have a reflective surface, some blue creeps its way into the image.

[Madmarco]

Very nice knife, buddy, I love the coloring and I think the blueing only adds to it.
I haven't before heard of the "Inter" brand, but it should be a well made quality knife which is confirmed, IMO, by the ramping in front of the catch hole on the blade. I believe the makers do that to reduce the dragging on metal that the sear pin must do every time you close your knife, resulting in longer lasting sears.
It's a real beauty you should be proud, my friend!

[QGofLake]

Very nice knife, buddy, I love the coloring and I think the blueing only adds to it.
I haven't before heard of the "Inter" brand, but it should be a well made quality knife which is confirmed, IMO, by the ramping in front of the catch hole on the blade. I believe the makers do that to reduce the dragging on metal that the sear pin must do every time you close your knife, resulting in longer lasting sears.
It's a real beauty you should be proud, my friend!

Tks My Friend. I think you are right about the ramping adjacent to the catch hole. It sure has a heavy blade and its a very sturdy knife. It has a wonderful feel and restored to according to my tastes. I read that Inter Italy is INdustrai TEmpirini Reclame was run by E. & A. Centazzo and G. Patrizio. I don't know much more than that, but do know this is a fantastic knife.

[Madmarco]

I've had this one for awhile, but got slowed down with my hospital stay, so I'm just posting it now!

It's a 6 1/2" Bear-Ops Steve Jernigan designed BO/BC "Incognito" auto with a SS Wharncliffe blade, 2-piece SS body, 1-single ribbed top-front bolster, carbon fiber inlays, and a pocket-clip.
It has great BO/BC coil-spring driven action along with smooth closing.
Only about 2.7 oz.'s and extremely sharp.
A finer fit and finish you're not likely to see.
IMO, the ideal change/vest-pocket gentleman's carry!

[Madmarco]

This knife is a more recent acquisition and it has a very cool feature!

It's an 8 1/4" Boker 0570 Car Dogleg auto with a D2 5mm drop-point blade and 5mm spring, 1/8" SS liners, Titanium bolsters, carbon fiber covers, screw constructed, and an integrated yet removeable pocket-clip.
The action is controlled by the "cool feature" I mentioned, that being, a lever that sits inside a cut out on the front cover and is attached internally to the liner or some other part but not the blade, that once pushed up with your thumb sends the blade flying out crisply into lock-up as the lever slides back to the cut out by itself. For closing, manipulating the lever in the same manner as opening unlocks the blade for smooth folding closed.

Should you wish to remove the clip, be warned that once off there will be two, 2" straight through holes in the cover that will allow dirt/dust to get inside your knife and likely mess-up the internals, and since it doesn't look bad, is completely non-intrusive, nor can you feel it while holding the knife, I suggest you leave it on.

This is a really nice knife from Boker, but not inexpensive!

[Madmarco]

This is yet another AGA Campolin model I've liked for a long time, but due to it's build and my import problems I was only recently able to get it with the help of my partner in crime, whom will remain anonymous due to his adamant desire to not be incarcerated!

It's their 11" version of the "Francese" ring-pull auto, the other being a 9" model.
This one has a SS 3mm needle-point blade/spring, NS bolsters and ring, brass liners and pins, and bright white Pearlex covers.

Nice n' heavy coming in at 7 3/4 oz.'s and a razor-sharp cutting edge.
Strong action along with solid lock-up every time.
I bought it used but it's fit and finish looks new.
The only thing that could have made this knife better IMO, would be no safety.
That's one more I can cross off my list!

My last picture makes the knife look sortta stubby, but that's due to me taking the shot on a slant in an attempt to catch any "fire" in the covers!

[_shlee_]

Sorry for the thread revival, but these look great. I actually am rather new here guys, combing through the FAQ’s can’t seem to post yet. Just looking to engage with a few collectors

[Madmarco]

I actually started this thread awhile back, shlee, and it's not a problem to revive it, as-a-matter-of-fact, I am about to post a new knife here shortly.
You'll find plenty of friendly and knowledgeable knifers here, so browse the various forms and when you're ready show us some of your knives, we love pictures. to AAPK!

[QGofLake]

Those are beauties @Madmarco! Love that Campolin. It sure looks like a sturdy knife. I sure like the Boker and Bear Ops too. I've never held a Bear Ops but have those on my radar. Growing to appreciate modern builds. Here is one that I recently added to my collection, though its not a modern one. This is a C Jul Hertbertz transitional. Its not huge at 9 inches but wow it is nice! It is just a tight and beautifully crafted knife which fires hard and locks up like a fixed blade and with some of the coolest stag one could want.

[jw517]

Very nice. Love that blade style.

[Madmarco]

That's a fine looking C J Hub you have, QGL, the stag covers are outstanding, and I love the flat grind blade. I like how you pose your knives, too. I own a few of their knives, most if not all are manuals, and I haven't had a complaint with any of them, they seem to build quality knives.
I really like Boker knives as well, the few autos they make are all cool knives, and nothing need be said about their manuals. I also don't follow Bear Ops brand, but I spotted that little knife I posted way back and was intrigued with it, so when my chance came to safely receive a copy I pounced, and I'm glad I did, it's a bunch of fun to play with, and seeing as having fun is a priority these days it fits the bill.
Just the way you described liking how your Herbertz feels in your hand, to how hard it fires, and finishes with a solid lock-up every time, sure tells me how well you know automatic knives and how they're meant to have fun with. It's addictive, huh? So we're knife junkies, it could be a lot worse.