Case "Rough Black" Humpback Stockman

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comoha

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On a lark I picked up a new Case Humpie Stockman in synthetic black scales, or as marketed -"Rough Black". These handles are nothing pretty, but I see it as a tough working class material akin to their G10 line. It has a matte plastic look that contrasts the high polish of the bolsters and blades nicely. I had a hard time capturing it's look in the photo so I also put up a stock photo.

The boilerplate reads, "Case's nearly indestructible black synthetic handle material meets classic jigging in the new reincarnation designed to be just as tough in use and looks as the original "Gum Fuddy" knives which were borne out of World War II when more traditional handle materials were scarce. "

Regardless of the material, I really like the Humpback Stockman pattern. A perfect pocketable size with good blades for EDC use.

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I saw these when I was looking for a new knife for my grandfather. I'm definitely going to pick one up in the near future. does the handle feel "nice" in the hand?
 
Interesting. Are he blades polished or matte?

The Humpback I have is in a worn Orange Bone and I like the pattern a lot, well made and a useful change.Don't know about this new scales material but it could be worthwhile:thumbup:
 
Thanks for the pic, Corey!

I have one of those on my Christmas wish list. First time I've seen a "real" photo of one. The scales look glossier than I thought they would be.

Are the nail pulls on yours all easy to get to? The nail pulls on my Humpback Whittler are sunk down nearly below the scales and hard to get a good bite on.
 
The blades have a near mirror polish. As for the feel of the scales, they follow Case's usual precision fit and finish.

Rick, the nail nicks are low but not impossible to get at. Actually, on the opposite side there is an easy open cutout to allow access to the spey blade. The springs are fairly stiff however and have some crazy snap. I already cut the back of my forefinger trying to open all the blades for the picture. I have to say that Case is in my opinion the best production knives for consistant scalpel sharpness right out of the box. I rarely have to touch up a new Case knife.
 
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I like main spear blade. Something different instead clip point you usually see in stockmen.
 
thejamppa said:
I like main spear blade. Something different instead clip point you usually see in stockmen.
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I think that part of the reason may be that the "surveyor" style pattern is considered a derivation of the "cattle pattern" which traditionally featured spear masters (in most instances).
 
comoha said:
Rick, the nail nicks are low but not impossible to get at. Actually, on the opposite side there is an easy open cutout to allow access to the spey blade. The springs are fairly stiff however and have some crazy snap. I already cut the back of my forefinger trying to open all the blades for the picture. I have to say that Case is in my opinion the best production knives for consistant scalpel sharpness right out of the box. I rarely have to touch up a new Case knife.
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Thanks! That's all good news to me. Now I just have to hold out until Christmas day. Maybe I can talk my wife into giving it to me early.:D
 
Blues said:
I think that part of the reason may be that the "surveyor" style pattern is considered a derivation of the "cattle pattern" which traditionally featured spear masters (in most instances).
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I learn something new everyday. Thank you Elliott :thumbup:
 
Railsplitter said:
Thanks! That's all good news to me.
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Corey,

The part about you cutting yourself is not good news to me. Just wanted to clarify that.:o

Thanks for posting this topic. It has gotten me all excited about this pattern and the Rough Black scales.
 
Thanks for this thread comoha. I've been debating getting this one, wanted to try out the series, but was put off by the scales, especially on a slipjoint. I will get this one now.
 
Figured I would update this thread from November of last year.

Corey's review is pretty much spot on. Hefty, nice snap and pull strength on the blades, etc. About 3 1/2". I really like this one I am looking forward to dropping it in my pocket. One issue with mine is that if you hold it up to the light with blades open you can see small gap between the backspring and liner in one spot. I'm not too troubled about it though. I figure when I am using it hard and fast the gap will provide a little airflow to keep the knife from overheating ;). Another plus on this one is that being a humpback it is a great spinner if you lay it on it's spine and give it spin. A keeper.

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Nice one, Rob.:thumbup:

I have been carrying one just like it everyday it since Christmas day. Mine has the same gap that you speak of but it doesn't bother me.

Great knife and great photos too!
 
Perhaps of little interest but I wanted to comment about the jigging on mine. It is exactly the same pattern on each side of the knife.

That made me wonder if they were all that way. Yours clarifies that they are not.
 
lacrosse11attack said:
glad to hear I'm not the only one who spins knives if theyre on the table
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I have an old German made Boker. I absentmindedly gave it a spin a few years ago and it's still going strong. I haven't touched it since the first spin and it has been going continuously since Aug. 8, 2006. Honest to gosh perpetual motion I figure. A Texican wouldn't tell a lie.
 
I'm not much of a case guy but this one realy grabbed my attention it just looks like an honest working knife not to flashy but not to bland.
 
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