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Rare French Made SWING GUARD Classic by BEGON. 

Vintage Piece Similar in design to the Bargeon Classics. Made by BEGON (not BARGEON; this is a different French made company). Features a 4" mirror polished Blade that is beautifully finished and marked on the tang "BEGON INOX". Backside of the tang is marked "MODELE DEPOSE" which in French means "Registerd Design" (another way to say "PATENT PENDING")

Blade features a "swedge" grind on the top of the blade (1 3/4" along the top) and measures 9 1/4" overall open. Handles are a non-slip black checkered composition with stainless liners. Features a zinc safety.

Bolsters, swing guards, and retangular push button are constructed of polished Stainless. Measures 5" closed. Lightweight piece weighs 3.8oz.. Features superb action. Lockback release. Some side to side movement in the open position.. Side opening with a drop in leaf spring design. 

These are extremely hard to obtain, and list for as high was $500+ when you do find one, making it a must for your international collection. Includes a custom zippered pouch. Near mint condition.