(Ebook) Switchblade - The Ace of Blades 2nd Edition by Ragnar Benson, Michael D. Janich ISBN 9781581604351, 1581604351

(Ebook) Switchblade - The Ace of Blades 2nd Edition by Ragnar Benson, Michael D. Janich ISBN 9781581604351, 1581604351

A great deal has changed in the world of switchblades since this book was first published in 1989. This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides insight and info on switchblades as they have evolved today. Learn about the revival of the switchblade market in the U.S. during the late 80s and early 90s, brilliant new locking and release mechanisms, the demise of once-popular kits, interpretations of current switchblade law and more.
Paladin Press - 2004 A great deal has changed in the world of switchblade knives
since Ragnar Benson wrote Switchblade: The Ace of Blades in 1989. This new
edition of the book—thoroughly revised and updated by edged-weapons
expert Michael D. Janich—provides fascinating insight and solid information
on switchblades as they have evolved into the 21st century.
Presenting new research and new photos throughout, Switchblade: The Ace
of Blades brings automatic knife collectors, historians, and users up to date on
such topics as:
e the revival of the switchblade market in the United States
during the late 1980s and early 1990s
e the beginning of modern commercial U.S. production by
Microtech, Paragon, Pro-Tech, Benchmade, and other specialty
manufacturers
e the evolution of brilliant new locking and release mechanisms
e the demise of once-popular switchblade kits
e interpretations of switchblade statutes today
¢ modern gravity, butterfly, and one-handed-opening knives and
their relationship to switchblade law
The mystique of the switchblade makes it one of the most interesting and
collectible knives ever made. The value of a reliable one-handed knife has
become increasingly recognized by professional military, police, medical, and
rescue personnel. Now anyone with an interest in these unique knives has a
valuable reference on their history, mechanisms, maintenance, and use.