About Butterfly Knives

A Bit About Butterfly Knives ╋

Benefits of a balisong knife:

Fun to flip

Usable and slim carry

100 cool points when you dramatically open it

Quick History of Butterfly Knives

Butterfly knives are interesting because nobody really knows the real origin. There are two sides to the story as to where they originated: France and the Philippines.

Philippine folklore states that the butterfly knife originated there back around 800 AD. There's no question balisong knives play a role in the Philippines today, as you can find them custom made in markets and other places, but is the origin just a story passed down from generation to generation? Many French proponents say yes.

It has been claimed that the balisong originated in France between 1500 and 1700. There are vintage pictures of a Pied Du Roi, which means foot of the king and was a measuring device that resembles butterfly knives today. There are also collectible balisongs that are from Germany and the UK from over a decade ago.

With no real proof of the origin, it's up to you to pick your side!