CASE knives banned from BladeForums?

What kind of knifes are you into MOST?

  • Tactical Folders. (Emerson, CRKT, Kershaw, Benchmade, etc.)

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  • Tactical Fixed Blades. (SOG, Busse, Becker, Ka-bar, etc.)

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  • Hunting Knives. (Puma, Buck, Marbles, Alaska, etc.)

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  • Custom/Semi-Custom Knives. (Chris Reeve, Busse, Ken Onion, Hammond, etc.)

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  • Traditional folders. (CASE, Hen & Rooster, Camillus, Boker, etc.)

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  • Traditional or old Military fixed blades. (Bowies, original SOGS, etc.)

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  • Any cheap production knife I can get my hands on.

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fulloflead

fulloflead

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I thought that might get your attention!;)

But seriously, I recently bought my first CASE knife. It's a "Limited Edition", Caribbean Blue Doctor's knife. I ABSOLUTELY love it!

First of all, it's a great knife to use instead of my larger various Tactical knives to use when I don't want to scare the (Jeez, I can't believe I'm about to use this over-used knife-culture term) "sheeple".

But more than that, I appreciate the beauty of it and exceptional quality of worksmanship. Those who've been reading a lot on BF know about my "suspended hair" knife-sharpening test. My CASE DK is the ONLY knife I've ever acquired that passed that test right out of the box - in fact even after I used it for about a month! It's EASILY the sharpest knife I've ever purchased.

Sharpness aside, it's a treasure of beauty and functionality. It's really caused me to consider a side collection of traditional knives. The only thing is that I don't know much about traditional knives like this. I've mostly been into tactical folders. USUALLY BladeForums is a great resource for knife research and trading but, unfortunately, there's little to learn on BF about traditional knives like Trappers, Congress, Pen Knives, etc. I've even read through the Traditional Knives section of BF. Not much there except some really specific stuff I don't understand. I'd really like to learn more.

I've resorted to books. I have one that I'm reading and another is coming in the mail.

SOOOOOO, what's the deal? Are most people on BF just not 'into' that sort of thing?
Do most people consider them obsolete since modern tactical folders work so well?
How come I almost NEVER see them in the Sell or Trade section?

There seems to be a big GAP in the BF Trade and discussion sections about something that I recently got interested in. What the heck?
 
I guess I can't vote since I'm just a basic member so I'll cast my vote in a post. I vote traditional folders. They have stood the test of time. I'm sure there are but I don't know anyone who has actually carried and used a slipjiont that doesn't get hooked. Look at it this way, Why buy a knife with one blade when you can get a knife with multiple blades.:D Traditionals Rock in my opion... I also dig traditional fixed blades.


Dean
 
Originally posted by 3nails
I guess I can't vote since I'm just a basic member so I'll cast my vote in a post. I vote traditional folders. They have stood the test of time. I'm sure there are but I don't know anyone who has actually carried and used a slipjiont that doesn't get hooked. Look at it this way, Why buy a knife with one blade when you can get a knife with multiple blades.:D Traditionals Rock in my opion... I also dig traditional fixed blades.


Dean
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I voted for you.

Dude, email me.
I want to know your opinions on a few things.
 
Is that why I can't vote, because I am only a basic member? I, too, would vote for traditional folders/slipjoints. That is what I usually carry. Most plastic or metal handle tacticals may be very utilitarian, but they just don't have the warmth that a nice slipjoint has. I also like to collect antique slipjoints. Of course, if someone would like to try to change my opinion with a nice custom with natural handles, I would be willing to give it a try. I would make that sacrifice for the forums.
 
I agree with you that there is a decided lack of info (other than Mr. Levine) on this site about traditional folders and antiques, and NO a '92 Sebbie does not qualify as an antique!!!!!!!!! I would love to see a forum on them, but I've asked before and didn't get a whole lot of response. Maybe this will help.
 
Originally posted by crosman177
fulloflead, mind showing me a picture reference to your ltd. carribean blue case¿
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Talk is cheap? Now-now. Easy there, killer!:D

Now why would I lie about a thing like that?

Here ya go. It's not mine, but a pic of one just like mine. I PROMISE I have one just like it! They're pretty plentiful, in fact I've considered collecting the other 6 or so from the series.
And here's a link to one on Ebay that you can get for $41.00. Actually, I think I paid a little less for mine on Ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=723030505
 
I think the biggest complaint about Case knives is their use of 420 stainless steel.

I have a few Case knives myself, and I like them. However, I bought them for looks rather than utility. Case makes some beautiful knives, and there is nothing wrong with buying knives as objects of art.
 
whats wrong with being a pretty worker knife :p I love my case knife a little blue-green bone handled baby butter bean...does lots of cutting chores when im on the go nd holds a great edge....fits perfect anywhere too....and did i mention is one of my sharpest knifes?:D
 
I can't vote either, but I like traditional blades, both folders and fixed, better than anything else. I can appreciate the convenience of one-handed openers, but more often than not, I don't carry them, though I have a few that I like a lot, like the Benchmade 940 and the Spydie Calypso Jr.

Just last night, I showed my seven year old son the fine art of skinning a ringtail with a Henckels jigged bone Trapper. Life is sweet...
 
Ya know I've been collectin'/accumulatin' knives fer pert near 24 years now, and with a collection that floats between 250 to 300 pieces, if I had to catagorize them I'd say most of them are traditional folders. I think the reason for that is, that having been a kid in the 60's slipjoints were really the only thing available. My dad had a slipjoint, so did my grandfather, so they have history.

I've carried a traditional folder as part of my EDC rotation since I've collected. Right now I carry a old 70's Queen,2 Bladed Serpentine Jack, I use for most of my light trimmin' chores.

My dad always said use the right tool for the job, so ya don't need a machete to trim a thread or open an evelope.

Sure I still carry a tactical/utility locker, and sometimes a fixed blade too, but when I pull out a knife you can be sure it's appropriate for the job.
 
I think the biggest complaint about Case knives is their use of 420 stainless steel.
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who says Case uses 420 steel? Case dont say it. just wondering. Case is one of New Graham's Staples. They out sell any other knife companys knives off the shelves easy. Besides that they are great looking collectable and useable everyday knives that no one every pays attention too when you pull them out to use them. And that doctors style knife is one of my favorites, the new bonestag doctors knife Case just put out is sweet. I think everybody has to jump on the newsest things coming out sometimes and forget about the old classics.

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OK, What kind of steel does Case use in thier knives. All I ever see on the ads is "surgical steel " ? Does anybody know ?
And I have a Shrade " Uncle Henry " 3 blade trapper I carry it when I dont want to "scare" anybody pulling out my mirage. It dulls fast, but it does sharpen easily.
Adios
Jack
 
Case wont say what kind of steel they use other than surgical stainless, Ive always wanted to know what it is myself.
 
I collect Case knives and have for some time now. Do I think that they're the best user knives on the market? Nope!! But I still love collecting 'em just the same. Case knives remind me of the simpler knives of my childhood.....or something like that.:)

Anyway, If you want a lot of info on Case knives visit W.R.Case & Sons Cutlery Forum over at KFC. Also, see Case's website and get hooked up with the Case Collector's Club (CCC). They publish the (I believe) quarterly "CCC Newsletter" in which much Case history and future plans are discussed. As a member of the CCC you'll also be allowed to purchase the yearly CCC knives.

--The Raptor--
 
1 more thing.......

On a side note....

I also love Marble's knives until recently.

I'm very disturbed by their recent turn. As I'm to understand their current situation, it would appear as though the ex-President from Case is know running the show over there now. It would also appear that there is now a new "mystery metal" being employed much the same as Case uses their "surgical steel". I know and understand why a company would be interested in pursuing the financial success that Case has had in the recent years, however, I wouldn't have choosen their manufacturing path as the way for Marble's knives. I guess what I'm trying to say is that while Case knives are well known more as collector's pieces Marble's knives were users. They were very good users, in fact, while offering that awesome traditional look and feel. Now they're unknown and I'm not spending one cent on them until I hear about 100 good reviews. I'm just not willing to take the chance. I'll just have to enjoy the ones I have now.

Now, I know not everyone will agree with this but I'm pretty sure many will.

Anyway, I don't know exatly what this has to do with this thread about Case but I thought I'd throw it in the mix anyway.

--The Raptor--
 
Hello NGK,

I might have gotten Case confused with someone else over the use of 420 steel, but whatever they use people say it isn't so good. Still, the Case knives are nice to collect based upon looks.

Raptor - I've seen a couple of comments saying the new Marble's knives are good. However, I am with you. I will not buy one until I see plenty of positive comments about their new steel.
 
Go over to the Case forum, search for 420J2, and you'll find a thread titled "type of steel". Shirley Boser, Case historian, says that Case uses a proprietary blend of 420. And she says it with a straight face.
 
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