Frank Beltrame 11" Swing Guard Italian Stiletto – Lockback | Burl Wood Handle | Dolphins Maniago

This 11" Italian stiletto captures the bold styling of traditional swing guard knives with elevated craftsmanship from Frank Beltrame, in collaboration with Dolphins Knives of Maniago. The extended 4.5" bayonet blade is made from 420 stainless steel and paired with a richly figured natural burl wood handle, stabilized for long-lasting beauty and performance.

Unlike most automatic stilettos, this model features a lockback blade release for manual blade disengagement—a feature preferred by many traditionalists and collectors. The dual swing guards pivot outward as the blade deploys, locking into place to give the knife its signature guard-forward profile.

The result is a highly collectible piece that blends old-world design with lasting materials. With Frank Beltrame’s recent retirement, this swing guard model becomes even more desirable for serious collectors.

Specifications:

• Overall Length: 11 inches (28 cm)
• Blade Length: 4.5 inches
• Handle Length: 6 inches
• Blade Style: Bayonet
• Blade Steel: 420 Stainless
• Handle Material: Stabilized Burl Wood
• Bolsters: Nickel Silver
• Liners & Rivets: Brass
• Guard Style: Swing Guard (folding)
• Lock Release: Lockback
• Action: Automatic (Push-Button Deployment)
• Maker: Frank Beltrame / Dolphins
• Country of Origin: Maniago, Italy