Vintage knives, can't believe there's not a thread. Hello identify or admire

[FalUlfr]

So I see some posts about knives. I need a little help getting info on a old swingguard lockback stiletto from Japan made from stainless

 

[simon1]

Does it have any markings on it? Even my cheap Italian auto has Rizzuto Estileto Milano stamped on the blade. I have no clue.

I do like my Boker auto better though.

 

[FalUlfr]

No nothing other then stainless steel and Japan

 

[jar_]

When I was growing up knives like yours were sold in just about every gas station and hardware store, usually at the check out counter next to the condoms, Bugler or TOPS rolling paper, cigarettes, cigars and film. IIRC they usually cost just under a dollar but never had a makers name or anything except bright colors on the display card. Usually the images showed some masked goon being frightened off by a guy in a suit with the stiletto in hand.