Case Pocket Knives

[TJm15.38]

I've got a small collection of Case Pocket Knives going. I'm not a serious knife collector, so if you have some impressive collections out there, I would like to see them.
From top to bottom:

1. Small Stockman genuine Sambar Stag
2. Medium Stockman, Autumn Bone
3. Medium Stockman, Amber Bone
4. Trapper, 6.5 Bonestag
5. Mini Trapper, Jigged Red Bone, Pocket Worn
6. Dad's original Medium Stockman (1960's)


Mini Trapper


Two Trappers

 

[wundudnee]

I really don't have a collection, but I have afew Case Muskrats. I lost minein 1973and replaced it for $35.00. I have carried it since I thought maybe I should buy a replacement, so I found a new 1973 identical to mine at Tulsa for $150.00. I put it away in my safe. A very good friend knowing I liked the Muskrat bought me six different versions of the Case Muskrats, so I guess I have a collection, but no pictures.

 

[chief38]

While I don't consider myself a serious knife collector I seemed to have accumulated somewhere around 55 - 60 pocket and sheath knives (never really counted them). I have many different types and brands and did have 2 brand new case knives that I bought as Christmas gifts for two friends about 8 years ago. When they arrived I was disappointed in the quality and workmanship. Neither was properly sharpened and there were noticeable gaps, scratches on the blades and variations within the two knives which were the same exact model. I sent them both back for replacements and they did send me two new knives which were a little better. I suppose considering the reasonable price, they were acceptable so I sharpened them and gave them as gifts.

Case knives is more than likely struggling as one of the last traditional, reasonably affordable American pocket knife manufacturers. I would like to see them do more than just survive, keep their American Made status and flourish by improving their quality and workmanship. A tall order these days when trying to compete against Chinesium products!

 

[wood714]

I have a few, most were given to me by my dad.

My mom gave me this one year before last.

 

[Greyman50]

Here’s most of my Case pocket knives. Not really a collector just pick them up when I see one I like. Youngest grandson is into knives so he will get these sooner than later, Gee he’s 20……..

 

[fatcat3]

I've never owned a Case and think I should, but I need another pocketknife like I I need another hole in my head. Still......

 

[SS336]

I have two Case knives. Picture of one, a Trapper I use occasionally for turkey hunting. I think it was about mid ‘80’s when I bought it.
Good knife.

 

[Golphin]

 

[jaydoc]

These three were bought as a set. I carry the middle one the most. Looks like the marbling is wearing off of it.

 

[Golddollar]

A few years ago I went up to northern PA for a cousin's wedding. The Case Knives/Zippo Lighter Museum was over in the next county in Bradford, PA so I couldn't pass up the chance to see that. To commemorate the trip I bought a Zippo lighter with the Case knives logo on it. The American flag made of Zippo lighters is almost worth going to see by itself.

 

[JBTrucker]

I have grandpa's 1940-64 Tad Pole that is still very sharp and snap . My dad's well used 6208 1970-79 and 63087 1980 -87 like new never carried.

 

[66fan]

I too fell for collecting Case knives. My favorite is the Mid Folding Hunter. I have around 100 of all that were made before that pattern went into the vault for three years. I bought most all of them for under $100.00 dollars but now they cost 150 to 300 dollars on eBay. I also have other Case pattern pocket, sheath knives. I prefer lock and linerlock blade knives. I also collect many other American, German, Spanish and yes some Chinese made knives. I fell into the rabbit hole many years ago. I guess it’s OCD. Thanks S&W forum.

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

My favorite daily use knife is my Case 3 blase sowbelly.

 

[javbike]

I have a couple or so case knives

 

[AnnieRea1920]

Hello just chirping in about case knives. i too have a pretty nice collection of about 75 or so XX from the 80's 90s etc. All are stunning in boxes and a lot are commeratives. Case must have commeratived almost everything, animals, sharks, people , historical places etc. and put them in wooden cases, colorful tins and also paper boxes. All seem to have very nice colorful handles of bone, plastic some wood and all colors and sizes. I really would like to transfer them to someone younger who would appreciate and collect them if there is any interest. Wish I could photo but just now able to photo and attach to texts to spouse and then forward on. Seems jitterbug and comcast doesn't gee haw on wi fi, least thats what jitterbug tells me, can't hook them together really frusturating. Enjoy reading about these collections and wanted to share a comment. Annie Rea 1920.

 

[boykinlp]

I collected Case knives for a while. The small gentleman’s knife pattern “Eisenhower” is my favorite. And Sambar Stag is my favorite handle material.
Larry

 

[Dave Haynes]

Case Canoe unfortunately the spring broke. Can it be fixed?

 

[Papa Lee]

I used to collect Case Knives.

 

[Diego]

I am more an accumulator than a serious collector. I have pocket knives of many brands

I only got 3 Case knives

...and, to keep with the theme of the forum, 2 S&W revolvers, a 617 no-dash

...and 14-2

 

[lppd4]

I have about 70-75 brand new Case knives. Predominantly Trappers of all sizes and Large stockmans

 

[Lonestar57]

 

[holo]

I am a fan of camp knives, and a few others.

 

[garddogg56]

This 35 1/2 is a favorite of mine

 

[pathillyer]

A friend of my wife's cousin (and my shooting buddy) is helping to sell a large collection of knives for his deceased friend's wife (Whew - follow all of that?). There is a ton of Case folders, Schrade and other American makers, and a fair number of collectibles, including a movie prop sword for the Blind Ninja movie. I will post a few pictures of knives I purchased later today. PM me your contact info and I will pass it on to Fred (seller for Fred's deceased buddy).

Pat

Note - these are new in the box knives , most with original boxes. The collection is in the Seattle area.

 

[Bo Rich]

I don’t collect them. But, my Trapper that I bought in 1985 is my favorite knife. It has been with me on all my hunting trips since then. Case even replace one of the blades for me at no charge. I bought my son a Case sheaf knife for his twelve Birthday. I may own many guns, but just one really good knife.

 

[LouisianaJoe]

One of my older Case Collections:

 

[Jon651]

I've got about 20 "Stockman" style pocket knives, two of which are from Case. Love them, and appreciate the fact that they are still made in the USA to very high quality standards.

I've got three Buck stockman knives and the modern USA-made one is not as good as either the USA-made version from the early 1980s that I have, or even the modern Chinese-made version for that matter. I think Buck is making a HUGE mistake - the Chinese version wears the BUCK name on the side in plain view, but the modern American version only has their funky logo with a hammer and knife on the side. You don't even know the USA-made one is a Buck unless you open the blade and look at the small print at the base of the blade. It should be the other way around!

 

[65-2x2]

I have about 70-75 brand new Case knives. Predominantly Trappers of all sizes and Large stockmans

One thing certain, Case will never leaving you wanting for a new pattern. They make knives for collectors.

 

[KEN L]

Case Canoe unfortunately the spring broke. Can it be fixed?View attachment 780952View attachment 780953

You can send it back to Case and they will repair under warranty. Go on their website and look for warranty form. Follow directions. All it will cost you is shipping to send it to them. You’ll be very pleased with the results!