Tru-Sharp Case/Bose collaborationss

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RE: Case/Bose collaborations; some of these knives sell for ~$50 and others more in the $300 range (ATS 34 blade steel). my question is with regard to the inexpensive ones. they are described as "designed by Tony Bose" and use Case's Tru-Sharp SS, but do they use the same thickness of steel for the blades and same grind ? or put another way; how do they differ from the regular case line up ? i am sure this has been answered before but i cannot find it with "search" and due to ultra slow internet connection i cannot view the Bose sticky as it is picture "heavy" thanks, roland
 
Typically the Bose designed knives from Case have good fit and finish that is in general nicer than may of the models with a long history (guessing that there is new tooling involved with the Bose designed patterns as well as the newer introduced patterns) and are good knives, but there really is not comparison to the annual Case/Bose collaborations. While the true sharp Bose designed models have stamped blades, the annual collaborations have blades that have to be hand ground from blanks. There also is a lot of hand finishing involved and it shows. Bottom line there are just a lot more steps to the collaborations in more precise machining and more steps that are done by hand. The end result is much more crisp blade actions (some models have relieved liners), a finer fit and finish, blades are more centered, better blade steel, more precise blade grinding and crisper swedges.

At the same time, you can buy a lot of good serviceable knives that Tony designed for the price of one very well done annual collaboration so budget is a big consideration. Beyond the budget the collaborations are of a different class all together and I think Tony has much greater input into how they are actually made. I sure he can straighten me out, if some of my thoughts are inaccurate.
 
thanks Bastid, that's a big help. so these 2 separate "lines" could be referred to as: "Bose designed Case knives" and, "Bose/Case collaborations".
i recently "won" a 2002 Case XX T.B.6139 SS, a 3 3/4 in. single blade sowbelly in antique peach seed jigged bone. i presume this is a Bose designed Case, not one of the annual collaborations, but have been unable to locate another in any of the internet Case stores to compare. roland
 
The Case-Bose collaboration knives are very close to a custom knife with custom features. They have stainless steel bolsters and liners as well as a pinned on stainless shield. It also has a releif pocket milled on the inside of the liners for the tang to rest in when closed so they won't be scratched.

When we decide what we are going to make i make 2 knives just alike. One is a finished knife for QC and the other is the same but can be taken apart. They take this knife apart and have a precision scan done on the parts. From this they make a program for an EDM wire cut machine. These cut the parts to within 2 ten thousands of an inch so what they end up with is very close to what I send them. The blades and springs are deep cryo heat treated ATS 34 with high wear resistance and will cut for a long time before sharpening. I'm very proud of how well they make these. I would like to see every one going to work. Before anyone says too expensive I'll remind you that people will give 30 to 40 thousand dollars for a new car or truck and drive it every day. Try one.
 
To be honest, I think the annual collaboration knives are the finest factory knives I have encountered. The dogleg and whittler are my favorites so far and they get carried and used. I am still waiting to get my hands on this years. Last I heard they were working on them so I bet they are going out the door about now. (Give or take a week or two.) Those big ol' coke bottles looked great at Blade. Those big slabs of pearl were impressive to me, so I might have to get one of those as well as one in bone or ebony if I can.

rprocter, your sowbelly is designed by Tony, but it isn't one of the annual collaborations.
The collaborations were in a slimline trapper, a bullet pattern, muskrat pattern, dog leg jack, a pruning pattern, lock-back whittler, cotton sampler and this years large locking coke-bottle with a swing guard.

Gus
 
Don't forget the Yukon Jack.

I love the five I own. That muskrat with the clip and wharncliffe blades is a great user as well, Gus.
 
I've handled a few of those Case/Bose collaborations (haven't gotter around to purchasing, but it is in the works) and would like to say a few things abbout them.

First of all, they are the perfect niche in collecting for the person who wants a really fine traditional knife, but does not have the funds for a custom piece. They are far above standard production pieces, and any amateur can tell by handling one.

Secondly, for those who are a little skittish about carrying an expensive custom, they would make excellent workhorses.

And as I am typing this, I suddenly am filled with a strange desire to call some of my BFC buddies and ask where to find available pieces at a good price........:D--let me see, it is 07:45 in Israel--what time is it in the US right now?:D
 
Thanks Tony and Gus for the detailed replies. i'm going to print this page to keep with "Important Knife Info". and as i was reading these replies, i realized i am going to buy one. my 61st birthday is but 8 weeks away and what a good idea to buy myself a Case/Bose collaboration ! and lets say i want a T.B. original for my 65th, should i go on a waiting list now ? thanks again, roland
 
rprocter said:
Thanks Tony and Gus for the detailed replies. i'm going to print this page to keep with "Important Knife Info". and as i was reading these replies, i realized i am going to buy one. my 61st birthday is but 8 weeks away and what a good idea to buy myself a Case/Bose collaboration ! and lets say i want a T.B. original for my 65th, should i go on a waiting list now ? thanks again, roland
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Roland, if you want an original T.B. for your 65th birthday, you should have gotten on Tony's list 2 years ago!
 
well, i'm going to check into signing up now. one never knows, i might make 67, and then be really motivated to last a few more to use my extra special T.B. (or R.B. ?) custom knife. back to the collaborations; any suggestions besides muskrat as to favorites (will be used as outdoor EDC around large rural property) ? and thanks again; these replies have actually moved me in a new direction with my knife collecting. roland
 
The Millennium Trapper and the Dogleg are very robust and would be great for general outdoor carry. The Slimline Trapper and Muskrat are probably not quite as robust but offer a very nice blade combination (clip/wharncliffe). Frankly, I'd be hard pressed to pick only one as a favorite of the five I own but if you want strong and durable, I'd recommend the Millennium, Dogleg or if you want a BIG knife, the Yukon Jack.
 
Ive got the Case/Bose muscrat and it is by far my favorite knife. It substantially better put together than all of my other slipjoints yet is very stout. I proudly carry and use this knife everyday. I look foward to getting the whittler!
 
rprocter said:
Thanks Tony and Gus for the detailed replies. i'm going to print this page to keep with "Important Knife Info". and as i was reading these replies, i realized i am going to buy one. my 61st birthday is but 8 weeks away and what a good idea to buy myself a Case/Bose collaboration ! and lets say i want a T.B. original for my 65th, should i go on a waiting list now ? thanks again, roland
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get one! you deserve it:thumbup:
 
well, thanks to the encouragement shown here, i am now the owner (but not yet recipient) of a TB612001; the Yukon Jack with autumn bone handles. this one is signed on the blade by Tony, which i think he will be happy to know should be worn off a few days after it arrives. there was less bidding on this than a Dogleg Jack, i assume because the 5 1/4 inch size means many would not be able to EDC it. my work is all outside so a big knife is fine.
now, to find a sheath that fits it well. any suggestions on this ? thanks again, roland
 
just realized i have 2 older Schrades, a 25OT and a 125OT, both with their original sheath. the size is the same, 5 1/4 inches, and the shape somewhat similar. the 25OT sheath is larger volume than that of the 125OT, so one of them may be a good fit, until i can find it's own sheath. i think i am a collector now; too many knives to remember. cheers, roland
 
Tony Bose said:
Before anyone says too expensive I'll remind you that people will give 30 to 40 thousand dollars for a new car or truck and drive it every day. Try one.
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For the quality and build I actually think they are a good value.
 
Hello guys. Does anyone know if there is a Case - Bose Peanut available. I want one!
 
Man talk about timing!!! I have not seen this topic until today and guess what Mr. FedEx just happened to drop off at my house today.:D

Here is a link to what has been released in the Case/Bose Collaboration Knives.. http://www.mchenryknives.com/collection/index.html

I have been smitten by these baby's...:rolleyes:

Sorry Kodiak no peanut at this time..

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