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Anyone have any input on the new production Case knives? I'm searching for a new daily carry folder and have become quite interested in Case knives. Trying to make my mind up between a Trapper, mini-Trapper, or Sod Buster in synthetic orange handle.
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The fit and finish on the current Case pocketknives is much improved from the late 1980's to mid 1990's when they were at a low point in quality. While not quite at the 1970's levels they are close. Most of the blades are stainless now, some models are available in CV (their traditional carbon steel). The pull is lighter now than they used to be, closing snap varies from moderate to moderately heavy - not Gator Jaw snappers like you used to see in some of the older knives. I like to pick mine out in person, as there is some variation between individual knives.
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I have carried a Case Carhartt Sowbelly a bit lately. It is SS and not too bad.
But I really prefer their CV blades.....
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I have a plain Jane large yellow trapper with CV blades I bought year before last. I really like it, seems to be a pretty good knife. It sharpens up really nice and seems to hold an edge well. Considering what some people pay for knives these days, I don't really see how you go wrong with one. My Dad had one back in the 70's with a red bone handle. I was a kid and can't remember if his was better than mine or not.....prettier no doubt. I had my first experience with sharpness with that knife. Dad had evidently sharpened his knife quite recently and I picked it up and opened it. He said, "Son, be careful its sharp"! I ran my finger along the blade as if to test his work and cut it pretty good. "Dadgummit Son, I TOLD you it was sharp, Go tell your Momma you need a bandaid!"
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The yellow trapper in CV just may be their best seller. It is never a bad choice. I just traded a newer one to Fieldgrade not long ago. Mine was made in 1986....
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I have been wanting a yellow Sodbuster Jr. and just came across a Hardware store that is stocking them. Next time I am in that area my plan is to ask them to pull out several and find one where the closed blade lays centered.
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I have a med stockman in CV and really like it. mine is from late 80's I think, however if their fit and finish was considered poor back then I would love to see them now. then again I may have gotten lucky.
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If the mini trapper size works for you, its a good choice, but take a look at their saddlehorn pattern too. It has the clip and the skinner rather than the spey blade. With very nice swedges too. The mini copperlock is good too.
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So I'm thinking I'd like the new synthetic orange handle model, but I'm seeing that's not available in carbon steel (CV). How is Case's stainless? Easy to sharpen? Hold an edge?
If the CV is that much more adventitious, handle material is not a deal breaker.
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Industry term used by Case.........
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Industry term used by Case......... No, that's my question. Is there an advantage of one of their steels over the other based on edge holding and sharpening?
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I like the CV a whole lot more, myself. It gets a patina to it which doesn't bother me a bit. It's not SS. It sharpens easier, to a better edge IMO. And holds it plenty good for a pocket knife IMO...
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Case 1970-79 are a better built knife. Take a look at the AAPK forum and look at some of those knives in the forum store. I like the mini trapper in ss .
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I like Case pocket knives and prefer CV over stainless. A yellow handle Trapper is in my pocket now.
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I like Case pocket knives and prefer CV over stainless. A yellow handle Trapper is in my pocket now. The same should be in my mailbox by Tuesday. Thanks for the suggestions and input, guys!
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I like Case pocket knives and prefer CV over stainless. A yellow handle Trapper is in my pocket now. The same should be in my mailbox by Tuesday. Thanks for the suggestions and input, guys! Thought you were holding out for orange.
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Charlie, totally forgot about your offer. Please check your PM.
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I ordered a pair of large CV stockmans for Christmas...........traditional yellow, and amber bone. I hate buying sight unseen, but I've rolled the dice.
I was a loyal Case user since childhood, but was very displeased with the company almost 10yrs ago and bought a Moore Maker (Camillus) stockman instead. The 3 7/8" stockman has proven to be the perfect size for daily carry and feels great in my hand compared to the smaller models. I'm curious if the 4 1/4" Stockman will work for hip pocket carry.
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