C. Jul Herbertz 21cm Italian Transitional Stiletto Horn Vintage 1960s automatic knife

Vintage C JUL HERBERTZ IMPORT 21cm Italian Stag Transitional Swivel bolster switchblade knife most likely made in the 1960s or early 70s in Italy for export to Germany. This knife measures 21.1cm (8 5/16 inches) open and 4 7/8 inches closed with D Stamped brass liners, nickel silver bolsters, button & safety cap. The flat spearpoint blade is 98% full or better with some of the original finish and lots of light scratches from sharpening and use and is the shorter German version. The ricasso is stamped C JUL HERBERTZ ROSTFREI and the reverse is blank. Genuine horn scales are in excellent condition and Black with a Red Dot safety. Badk spring is a dark with patina and a little pitted, but not bad. Knife works well with blade tip seated just above the liners closed, strong snap and Tight lockup. Push down on right front finger guard to pivot (swivel) the bolster to release the blade so it can be closed. Safety works. VG+ condition