Let's see your Traditional Case knives, old to new.

[Railsplitter]

Traveling through northeastern Indiana this past weekend I used the Case website to check for nearby dealers and found a hardware store designated as a Platinum Dealer not too far off the Interstate. I was overwhelmed by the selection there in three large floor-to-ceiling display cases. I had made a list of potential "wants" before arriving: perhaps a muskrat or something with a Wharncliffe blade; maybe a 6347 stockman (don't have one of those yet); perhaps a tiny trapper or a peanut; might pick up something in CV steel; definitely had to be "pretty" in one of the reds or greens or goldenrod or persimmon or....

I didn't see a stockman that I just had to have. There was a nice muskrat but I wasn't sure. There was a gorgeous swayback but I couldn't decide. The clerk went off to help my wife look at bird feeders while I pondered and agonized.

After looking some more I finally spotted the one I wanted. It had a very long name: "Case XX Select Winterbottom jigged brick red bone Wharncliffe mini trapper 6207W SS." It has fluted bolsters (pinched on the square end), nickel silver liners, pins, and rivet, rich color, high polish, half stops, that Wharncliffe blade I was looking for, and a really stunning and "swoopy" California clip. Being a Select there is no date code on the tang, but the box says 8/22/13, which matches the information on wrcase.com.

This is the most expensive knife I have ever bought and definitely one that I will enjoy carrying and using.

By the way, I've often said that the stockman is my favorite pattern. However, I bought a full size Rough Rider trapper a while back and really liked that pattern also, although to me the knife is a bit large for routine carry. I think the mini trapper (which isn't very "mini" -- perhaps only about 5/8 inch smaller) really hits the sweet spot.

Very nice knife Ace. Are those blades the normal mirror polish?

They look like they could be satin in your picture which isn't seen much on Case knives outside of the Case/Bose collabs. They have plenty of offerings with As Ground blades but yours look more satin.

 

[Ratbert]

After looking some more I finally spotted the one I wanted. It had a very long name: "Case XX Select Winterbottom jigged brick red bone Wharncliffe mini trapper 6207W SS." It has fluted bolsters (pinched on the square end), nickel silver liners, pins, and rivet, rich color, high polish, half stops, that Wharncliffe blade I was looking for, and a really stunning and "swoopy" California clip. Being a Select there is no date code on the tang, but the box says 8/22/13, which matches the information on wrcase.com.

This is the most expensive knife I have ever bought and definitely one that I will enjoy carrying and using.

Ace, that is quite the pretty knife! A Mini Trapper with wharncliffe blade has been on my "Want" list for some time. Great pick up!

 

[Ace Rimmer]

Very nice knife Ace. Are those blades the normal mirror polish?

They look like they could be satin in your picture which isn't seen much on Case knives outside of the Case/Bose collabs. They have plenty of offerings with As Ground blades but yours look more satin.

No, they are very highly polished. The satin appearance had me puzzled but I think what is happening is that I photographed this on our front porch, which has a white ceiling. The knife is tilted back a bit and is reflecting the white ceiling and the reflection is out of focus even though the blade is in focus. Also, the brick red is one of those reds that take on a different hue depending on the lighting. I processed the picture to mimic something closer to how it looks in full sunlight. In the shade it actually looks much darker.

 

[paulhilborn]

Here are two vintage CASE redbone jacks, one mid sized and one jumbo Both XX, circa 1940-1964. Both solid knives with no play, chip and crack free classic CASE redbone.

I have been after the jumbo #6294 for a few years now and was able to win a recent auction to bring it home. I've also been after the smaller (mid size) jack #6235 in the spear/pen configuration for awhile as well. Both were acquired within a week of each other.

 

[Burnt Stag]

Here is a life member NRA Case knife.
Burnt Stag

 

[Burnt Stag]

Paul,
Those redbone Jacks are stunning. Great pictures for great knives.

Burnt Stag.

 

[Burnt Stag]

A NRA Charlton Heston Case.

 

[Jfowler]

Super nice knives Paul ! They are classics for sure !

 

[Grump01]

Ace , may I ask what city or town did you find this at, as I'm in Central Indiana myself¿¿

Traveling through northeastern Indiana this past weekend I used the Case website to check for nearby dealers and found a hardware store designated as a Platinum Dealer not too far off the Interstate. I was overwhelmed by the selection there in three large floor-to-ceiling display cases. I had made a list of potential "wants" before arriving: perhaps a muskrat or something with a Wharncliffe blade; maybe a 6347 stockman (don't have one of those yet); perhaps a tiny trapper or a peanut; might pick up something in CV steel; definitely had to be "pretty" in one of the reds or greens or goldenrod or persimmon or....

I didn't see a stockman that I just had to have. There was a nice muskrat but I wasn't sure. There was a gorgeous swayback but I couldn't decide. The clerk went off to help my wife look at bird feeders while I pondered and agonized.

After looking some more I finally spotted the one I wanted. It had a very long name: "Case XX Select Winterbottom jigged brick red bone Wharncliffe mini trapper 6207W SS." It has fluted bolsters (pinched on the square end), nickel silver liners, pins, and rivet, rich color, high polish, half stops, that Wharncliffe blade I was looking for, and a really stunning and "swoopy" California clip. Being a Select there is no date code on the tang, but the box says 8/22/13, which matches the information on wrcase.com.

This is the most expensive knife I have ever bought and definitely one that I will enjoy carrying and using.

By the way, I've often said that the stockman is my favorite pattern. However, I bought a full size Rough Rider trapper a while back and really liked that pattern also, although to me the knife is a bit large for routine carry. I think the mini trapper (which isn't very "mini" -- perhaps only about 5/8 inch smaller) really hits the sweet spot.

 

[Ace Rimmer]

Ace , may I ask what city or town did you find this at, as I'm in Central Indiana myself¿¿

Happy to oblige (and hoping this does not run afoul of forum rules since I'm not linking to anything). We spent the night in Warren on I-69 and continued to Michigan the next day. It was only a short detour to Ossian and the hardware store there. You can find them by doing a location search on the WRCase website dealers page, and Google Maps has information on their hours, street view photos, etc.

I had intended to ask how the town's name is pronounced (osh-an or oss-i-an or ???) but got so mesmerized by the knives that I forgot!

 

[Ratbert]

Here are two vintage CASE redbone jacks, one mid sized and one jumbo Both XX, circa 1940-1964. Both solid knives with no play, chip and crack free classic CASE redbone.

I have been after the jumbo #6294 for a few years now and was able to win a recent auction to bring it home. I've also been after the smaller (mid size) jack #6235 in the spear/pen configuration for awhile as well. Both were acquired within a week of each other.

Those are both gorgeous! Beautiful bone.

 

[Campbellclanman]

Here are two vintage CASE redbone jacks, one mid sized and one jumbo Both XX, circa 1940-1964. Both solid knives with no play, chip and crack free classic CASE redbone.

I have been after the jumbo #6294 for a few years now and was able to win a recent auction to bring it home. I've also been after the smaller (mid size) jack #6235 in the spear/pen configuration for awhile as well. Both were acquired within a week of each other.

Whew! Paul it looks as though those two were worth the wait my friend- two VERY NICE Jacks!!! Stunning bone on both- great score Paul!

 

[Titan]

Traveling through northeastern Indiana this past weekend I used the Case website to check for nearby dealers and found a hardware store designated as a Platinum Dealer not too far off the Interstate. I was overwhelmed by the selection there in three large floor-to-ceiling display cases. I had made a list of potential "wants" before arriving: perhaps a muskrat or something with a Wharncliffe blade; maybe a 6347 stockman (don't have one of those yet); perhaps a tiny trapper or a peanut; might pick up something in CV steel; definitely had to be "pretty" in one of the reds or greens or goldenrod or persimmon or....

I didn't see a stockman that I just had to have. There was a nice muskrat but I wasn't sure. There was a gorgeous swayback but I couldn't decide. The clerk went off to help my wife look at bird feeders while I pondered and agonized.

After looking some more I finally spotted the one I wanted. It had a very long name: "Case XX Select Winterbottom jigged brick red bone Wharncliffe mini trapper 6207W SS." It has fluted bolsters (pinched on the square end), nickel silver liners, pins, and rivet, rich color, high polish, half stops, that Wharncliffe blade I was looking for, and a really stunning and "swoopy" California clip. Being a Select there is no date code on the tang, but the box says 8/22/13, which matches the information on wrcase.com.

This is the most expensive knife I have ever bought and definitely one that I will enjoy carrying and using.

By the way, I've often said that the stockman is my favorite pattern. However, I bought a full size Rough Rider trapper a while back and really liked that pattern also, although to me the knife is a bit large for routine carry. I think the mini trapper (which isn't very "mini" -- perhaps only about 5/8 inch smaller) really hits the sweet spot.

They say a knife speaks to you and connects with you on some deeply personal level. This one definitely speaks to me as well. Simply beautiful.

 

[paulhilborn]

Whew! Paul it looks as though those two were worth the wait my friend- two VERY NICE Jacks!!! Stunning bone on both- great score Paul!

Paul,
Those redbone Jacks are stunning. Great pictures for great knives.

Burnt Stag.

Super nice knives Paul ! They are classics for sure !

Those are both gorgeous! Beautiful bone.

Whew! Paul it looks as though those two were worth the wait my friend- two VERY NICE Jacks!!! Stunning bone on both- great score Paul!

Thank you everyone, I started collecting years ago with CASE redbone knives, sold off many and regretted that decision for years. I'm starting to rebuild my collection of late

Enjoy the Labor Day weekend everyone

 

[cthorness]

I carry them all, but it's a toss up between the yellow trapper and the Sodbuster Jr as to which gets the most pocket time.

 

[Titan]

I carry them all, but it's a toss up between the yellow trapper and the Sodbuster Jr as to which gets the most pocket time.

I was finally able to handle a Sodbuster Jr for the first time when an online friend brought his with him upon my request as I was curious how it walks and talks. I was surprised how substantial it felt in the hand and how robust it felt opening and closing its blade.

I now have higher regard for this lowly folder in Case's lineup.

 

[Ace Rimmer]

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I carry them all, but it's a toss up between the yellow trapper and the Sodbuster Jr as to which gets the most pocket time.

What is that slim beauty on the far right? A single-blade trapper, perhaps? I really like the proportions.

 

[cthorness]

For years all I carried was a Sodbuster Jr. Great highly capable little knife. The problem is that other people seem to notice this and they grow legs. I know I've bought ten of them over the years as replacements or gifts.

The Slimline trapper is indeed a single bladed trapper. I always thought that a trapper really needed both the clip and the skinner blade, but I don't run a knife company. I just buy them. I feel the same about the wharncliffe trappers. What good is it without the skinner (Spey) blade to a trapper? Anyhow, I thought I'd like to carry something smaller than a full size trapper. I was wrong. When I got my first Case Trapper it was like a light went on and I heard a heavenly chorus. I can do work all day with the clip point, and then make my lunch with the Spey and it never misses a beat.

 

[Ratbert]

That Slimline Trapper looks nice! That is one of my favorite patterns.

 

[Vaporstang]

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