INOX 1 PATENT 28cm Italian Vintage Swing Guard lockback Pearlex automatic knife

Vintage INOX 1 PATENT 28cm Italian Swing Guard lockback Pearlex automatic knife made in Italy in the 1960s or 70s. It measures 28cm (11 inches) open and 6 inches closed with D stamped brass liners and nickel silver bolsters, button and safety cap. The flat grind swedge blade is 100% full with original finish and the ricasso is stamped INOX over 1 on the front and PATENT on the reverse. The scales (handles) are beautiful Pearlex and in great condition. The knife works well with blade tip well below the liners closed, strong snap and excellent lockup with just a bit of movement at the tip. Does not rattle with blade open except for the guards. Safety works. EX condition.