Question about Case Sodbuster

never too sharp

never too sharp

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OK, Here's the haps: I just recently bought my first Case(on here, thanks Stephen Tolar) and I liked it alot. So the other day at work I got into a knife discussion with this guy, whom I have known for virtually my whole life, who offered to sell me his old sodbuster for what he paid for it umpteen years ago. Apparently, he thought it collectable enough to hold it's value -- $40. So, being ignorant of almost all things Case, and having no restraint when it comes to blades, I bought it.

When I got home that night I searched for Case Sodbusters only to find them brand new at $20. Ouch. I cleaned and polished it, and it looks like brand new, ie. no chips, scratches, herpes, etc., and it doesn't appear to have been sharpened. I am aware that there are two sizes, large and small, and this one is large, somewhere around 5" closed.

Now, I am not as concerned about possibly overpaying for this knife as I am getting taken by a local yokal.

Obverse tang stamp indicates 1980's, reverse tang stamp reads "2138", which I'm guessing is the model number.

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Did these sell for $40 in the 80's? Is there any difference between Sodbusters old and new? Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks, Rog

Edit: Just attended Case College and discerned pattern stamp - Smooth black synthetic thermoplastic rubber, 1 blade, pattern #38.
 
Look at it this way; the money is already spent, so don't worry about it. It's not like the little you may have overpaid is going to break you. Probably the difference is the cost of a couple beers in your favorite watering hole.

Now, on the other hand, you have a well made knife that with a little care will last you the rest of your life. Twenty years from now you will not miss the couple bucks, but you'll have alot of memories of carrying that knife for a long time.:thumbup:
 
never.to.sharp,

You paid more than double than I paid for this knife which is a new Circle C Case Collectible.. I am certain that the Case Sodbuster line has never been more than $20.-$25. USD and likely a lot less in prevoius years..

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.. and So what!.. I agree with mp510 & jackknife, Its not like you paid double over 100 or 1000. Its $20. over value.

Here is what I advise so this local yokel doesn't trash your rep: Go to him next time you see him, put your arm around him and say,

"Hey Bud, just wanted to let you know that I really like the knife very much and I am glad I was able to help you out with your financial trouble in some small way by quietly overpaying for that Sodbuster you sold me.. Don't worry, it'll be our little secret!"

....Feel free to ad lib here above to get your point across.


Many Blessings,

Anthony
 
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