Vallotton Custom Knives
Butch Vallotton is considered one of the finest automatic knifemakers specializing in double-action autos and for converting manual folders into automatic. He started making knives full-time in 1984, making his first auto in 1987. His assisted knife technology is in current use by Gerber, and he has worked with Spyderco and Microtech to design the very collectible Chameleon Double Action. Vallotton Custom Knives are a three-generation Family of Knifemakers. Automatics are their specialty and the use of exotic materials is standard practice.