Questions about the AGA Frosolone

[Mario]

I always thought the AGA Campolin Frosolone was an interesting looking knife. Was it intended to be opened in a reverse grip of sorts? Looking at the placement of the button, I was wondering if that was the intent of the design. It must have a really long button rocker! Where does the name “Frosolone” come from?

[Bill DeShivs]

Legend has it that the knife was meant to be held in the hand in an overhead stabbing position-and the button pushed with the middle finger.
Frosolone is a city in Italy. Cutlery is made there.

[Mario]

Legend has it that the knife was meant to be held in the hand in an overhead stabbing position-and the button pushed with the middle finger.
Frosolone is a city in Italy. Cutlery is made there.

Thanks Bill! Your knowledge and expertise is always appreciated!

[JimBrown257]

Was it intended to be opened in a reverse grip of sorts? Looking at the placement of the button, I was wondering if that was the intent of the design.

I think one of my first posts here was asking about the low button placement on Frosolones and some vintage French knives. I can't think of any other practical reason for it other than a reverse grip. Or maybe they thought it looked cool that way.

[Fishtail Picklock]

I believe the intent was to make the blade release button available to either the middle or ring (fourth) finger of the right hand. This permits the blade to open against the forearm (thus concealing the threat). This, in turn, positions the knife for acquiring a reverse grip for a "downward" plunge onto the intended target.