3-7/8" trappers

Carbon12 · Oct 8, 2013

I have always been a big fan of trappers. My first "real" pocketknife as a kid was an Old Timer 3-7/8 inch trapper which I still have sitting proudly on top row if my first display case. I seem to have a preference for this size compared to others commonly available and would like to add more to my collection. My question for you all is: Do you know of any manufacturer currently offering this size with a) two stainless steel blades and USA made? Having trouble finding them that meet those criteria. Will probably get one by Utica in 1095 for my collection, but would really like a stainless version for EDC. Thank you all.

qncygnnr · Oct 8, 2013

Don't overlook GECs Dog Leg Trapper in 440C stainless ... they can still be found on most of the BF vendor sites. It's shorter than the usual Trapper which is 4.125" and the dogleg pattern is a slim 3 7/8".

2Dead · Oct 8, 2013

qncygnnr said:
Don't overlook GECs Dog Leg Trapper in 440C stainless ... they can still be found on most of the BF vendor sites. It's shorter than the usual Trapper which is 4.125" and the dogleg pattern is a slim 3 7/8".

Yep... Amber jigged bone, American Cherry wood, and American Elk are the 3 covers offered.

bdev · Oct 8, 2013

More info on GEC...

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2Dead · Oct 8, 2013

Of course, GEC also makes them in 1095 and have just released a wharncliffe trapper. Here is Smooth Ivory Bone and Bocote. The Northfields should be arriving tomorrow hopefully.

There's also a jack version. With another one coming in a couple weeks...

black mamba · Oct 9, 2013

I'm agreed on the GECs being very nice, I have one in elk stag that has a particularly good W&T.
This 3-7/8" Bulldog in MOP from the early '90s is a favorite of mine, too. I'm not sure if they are currently made.

markpmc · Oct 9, 2013

well the early posters hit the 2 I know about. I think GEC is currently shipping a new run of #48. Move quickly if you see one that you like. I have a really cool Bulldog Blue trapper that is 3 7/8".

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22-rimfire · Oct 9, 2013

I believe the full sized Trapper that Case makes is 4 1/8" long which is a size I am very comfortable with. They come in carbon and stainless steels. The Trapper pattern is my favorite.

I am going to have to check out the GEC wharncliffe Trapper. It is a very useful blade shape.

I favor the GEC stuff in general. I'm hoping that GEC makes an appearance at the Sevierville TN manufacturers day coming up this weekend. I am tentatively planning a special trip for this as I really enjoyed it a couple years ago.

Called. GEC will not be there.

mnblade · Oct 9, 2013

Carbon12 said:
My first "real" pocketknife as a kid was an Old Timer 3-7/8 inch trapper which I still have sitting proudly on top row if my first display case. I seem to have a preference for this size compared to others commonly available ...

I agree. It doesn't seem like much vs. the "standard" size trapper. But 3 7/8 just seems to ride easier in pocket.

-- Mark

Carbon12 · Oct 9, 2013

Thanks guys for pointing me in the right direction. I don't know a whole lot about GEC as I only own one Bullnose from them, but now I am hunting for a Dogleg.

thawk · Oct 10, 2013

22-rimfire said:
I believe the full sized Trapper that Case makes is 4 1/8" long which is a size I am very comfortable with. They come in carbon and stainless steels. The Trapper pattern is my favorite.

I am going to have to check out the GEC wharncliffe Trapper. It is a very useful blade shape.

I favor the GEC stuff in general. I'm hoping that GEC makes an appearance at the Sevierville TN manufacturers day coming up this weekend. I am tentatively planning a special trip for this as I really enjoyed it a couple years ago.

Called. GEC will not be there.

Canal Street makes one with stainless blades... Moon Pie Trapper

They are 4 1/8" closed length.

They also make a single blade half moon trapper

3 3/4" closed length

screened porch · Oct 10, 2013

The Utica Adirondack 3 7/8" trapper is stainless, I believe.

Carbon12 · Oct 10, 2013

I looked a little closer at the Utica's lineup. The Adirondack series is stainless and the Big Pine and Catskill series are 1095. My favorite site to order from in the Smokies doesn't carry the Adirondack series so I wasn't aware it existed. I haven't seen this brand discussed much, is the quality good? Price seems good, maybe I'll risk it ;-)

puukkoman · Oct 11, 2013

We've had one or two discussions on Utica, and the consensus seems to be that they're a very good value, especially considering the small price tag. I plan to try one out soon myself.