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Omega switchblade

Posted: Fri Oct 27, 2023 2:03 pm
by Pops62
I posted this knife in another thread and member Madmarco suggested I post it here. I picked this up as part of a set of knives. This was the only switchblade and is the best of the lot. The horn handles are in really good shape with no dings or insect holes. I do not know much about it other than I like it and it is a nice addition. Any thoughts are welcome.

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Fri Oct 27, 2023 2:25 pm
by tenntuxedo
... Greetings, Pops... !!! .. you have a great knife.. Omega was an importing company in America in the 1950's... they imported and sold Italian switchblades made by various Italian makers,... is it 13" (34cm) open length,.. ?? ... I collect these with blonde handle scales.. PM me if you are interested in an exchange or re-home,... Thanx....

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Fri Oct 27, 2023 3:04 pm
by Killgar
Full name- Omega Jewelry & Leather Novelty Co.

It's my understanding that their earliest knives bore their entire name on the tang, then in later knives they shortened it to just "Omega Import Co", then they switched to a more stylized "Omega" stamp.

Nice Knife.

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Fri Oct 27, 2023 6:59 pm
by Bill DeShivs
It's a very nice example of the 1950s Italian stiletto.
It appears the button spring may be weak or broken, as the button is sitting low in the handle.

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Fri Oct 27, 2023 9:25 pm
by Pops62
Bill DeShivs wrote: Fri Oct 27, 2023 6:59 pm It's a very nice example of the 1950s Italian stiletto.
It appears the button spring may be weak or broken, as the button is sitting low in the handle.
It is weak. I have to fiddle with it, especially when closing.

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2023 3:12 pm
by Pile Driver
I love Omegas, sweet knife. If you ever decide to part with it please keep me in mind. Its a size I don't have.

I also have lots to trade if you collect slip joints and other traditional knives
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Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2023 11:38 pm
by Madmarco
Those 2 are really nice, P.D., and they look like 11"er's, I hope "Pops" will accommodate you with his 13"er, it sounds like you'd really like it for your collection! ::nod::
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Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 1:37 am
by tenntuxedo
... But Danny,... it is a blonde,.. !!! .... HaHaHa

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 2:53 am
by Pile Driver
Madmarco wrote: Sun Oct 29, 2023 11:38 pm Those 2 are really nice, P.D., and they look like 11"er's, I hope "Pops" will accommodate you with his 13"er, it sounds like you'd really like it for your collection! ::nod::
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Only if he is interested in selling or trading it, no pressure

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 3:08 am
by Frankflintstone55
Howdy Pops, Im interested too . I have knives and cash thanks

Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 8:36 pm
by Madmarco
I just read in the other thread "Pops" posted his knife in, he's keeping it for his collection guys, but who knows, down the road.....! ::shrug::

::welcome:: to AAPK, Frank! ::handshake::
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Re: Omega switchblade

Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 10:40 pm
by Frankflintstone55
Thank you sir .