Opinion on Case Trapperlock

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Well this is my first started thread, I hope I am doing this correctly. Lol

I have to admit I have never been a "traditional" knife guy. I love my spydercos when it comes to edc. My in-laws came down to visit and my father-in-law is a die hard case stockman user. I don't know how many he has, he actually gave one to me when I proposed to his daughter but have not carried it much until recently, and the traditional knife is calling out to me a little now.

But I really want one that is one hand opening and with a clip, which to some probably removes it from the traditional category. I have been really drooling over the amber stone case trapperlock. Any input for this knife or other suggestions.


Thanks for the help
Ryan
 
not got any real advice on the trapperlock, other than if you like it, try it out

but i would suspect that you carrying your stockman means more to your father-in-law than you realize

besides alot of folks carry a traditional and a modern knife as edc's. I might suggest you try that, carry the stockman and the spyderco...just make an effort to use the stockman first if feasible. See how it feels/cuts and go from there.
 
Rsmith_77 said:
besides alot of folks carry a traditional and a modern knife as edc's. I might suggest you try that, carry the stockman and the spyderco...just make an effort to use the stockman first if feasible. See how it feels/cuts and go from there.
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Bingo. Carry both kinds. Problem solved.

Note: I'm carrying both kinds myself tonight as I type this, a Buck 301 and a Buck Vantage Pro.
 
I have a yellow trapperlock in cv. Great user knife and carries well in the pocket for the size. Smooth action. I suggest getting one without the clip bc the clips ain't much on them knives.
 
I thought the trapperloc might be for me. I lusted after the CV version. However, when I got to handle one (Cabelas) I did not like it. To me it was a compromise that didn't work. However some people do like them and they've been around for awhile. I'd recommend handling one if you can.
 
I'd carry both and just try to use the smallest knife that will serve 'the purpose' at any given time. I think you'll find the stockman very useful.
 
Rsmith_77 said:
... besides alot of folks carry a traditional and a modern knife as edc's. I might suggest you try that, carry the stockman and the spyderco...just make an effort to use the stockman first if feasible. See how it feels/cuts and go from there.
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You bet. i can't leave for work without some kind of traditional knife (medium stockman, peanut, small jack) in my pocket along with a bigger work knife. On the weekends I can leave the big work knife at home, but I never leave without a smaller folder. I used to feel a bit like a mall ninja carrying both but the work knife got bigger, and the folder got smaller, so it is like carrying two different types of tools.

Been carrying both types/sizes for about 15 years now, and find it has a lot more utility value than just carrying one or the other.

EDIT: As a matter of fact, check this out: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/980449-Traditional-and-Modern-pairings

Robert
 
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I have a number of one handed folders from Benchmade, Buck, Kershaw, and Spyderco but my all time favorite pocket clip knife is my yellow Trapperlock:


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It is what got me back into Traditionals, for me it combines what I like about one handed folders with pocket clips, easy access and hard working while still having the traditional knife feel. Since Case updated their Mid-Folding Hunter with a screwed on pocket clip (rather than riveted like the previous version) I picked one up and love it too, I'm carrying it right now:

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While I still carry one handers, the first one I usually reach for is a Case :thumbup:

Cheers,
Griff
 
I do not recommend the trapperlock if you're going to carry it loose in a pocket. The pivot is so loose that it can and will open partially in your pocket, giving you a nice gash in your hand when you go to pull it out. I learned this the hard way. The pivot is simply too "smooth". It is this way on every example I've handled. It can be wrist-flicked open easily. A girly knife purse (pocket pouch) or belt pouch is highly recommended.
 
Well I went to Bass Pro last night was actually able to handle a trapperlock. And I think I am in love, both models I handled were very smooth but still had good blade retention. Of course neither one had a clip on it though, which I want because it is a little big for me to pocket carry.

I really appreciate all the input, for now I am carrying my delica and stockman comb as many suggested. At least until I get the money to purchase a trapperlock.

This was my first thread, and I really appreciate all those chiming in to help.
 
I've carried 4 plus inch knives all my life. After u get used to it in ur pocket u won't even know its there. As far as people saying it will rub a hole in ur pocket, a small knife will to. Due to my line of work and my hand size anything under 4 inches is to small for me. Plus my trapperlock just dissapears in my pocket.
 
moonwilson said:
I do not recommend the trapperlock if you're going to carry it loose in a pocket. The pivot is so loose that it can and will open partially in your pocket, giving you a nice gash in your hand when you go to pull it out. I learned this the hard way. The pivot is simply too "smooth". It is this way on every example I've handled. It can be wrist-flicked open easily. A girly knife purse (pocket pouch) or belt pouch is highly recommended.
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That's the problem i have with them is the inconsistency.Some are too tight and don't flick open at all and some just fall open .A few ive handled even had blade wobble which is not good at all.I like the design and own a couple.You just have to find one that works the way you like.
 
I tightened my Trapperlock in a vise with paper bushings to remove the play in the blade. Hopefully it wont come back, or I'm gonna take a hammer to it!

I think it would be better if they had used a brass thumb disc instead of the stud. The blade height is so short that the rather tall thumbstud interferes with using that part of the blade at much of an angle, like when sharpening a stick.
 
Discussion of thumb studs is outside our turf.
 
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