What style of Case?

Dane, I think you mentioned the Copperlock and Mini Copperlock in your other thread over in General. If you like that style of knife, the Mini Copperlock is a great choice for a single-bladed knife. I love the blade shape that they went with for those knives. They are a slim carrying knife and on mine the lock works well and is easy to engage and disengage.

I find the full sized Copperlock to be pretty big. Here's a pic of my Copperlock compared to a Case Peanut:


The Mini Copperlock is about the ideal size for a daily carry knife. Here's the Mini Copperlock beside a Mini Trapper:
 
Generally speaking, CV (carbon steel) is a little easier to sharpen (although Case's SS is among the easiest to resharpen) - but the big reason is PATINA! Many knifeknuts really dig an old-fashion looking blade with lots of patina (discoloration of the steel - but not rust) - many even "force" the patina using anything from apples to vinegar. Either choice is just as functional - your preference is the only difference. I like them both equally well and let the pattern/handles I like be the determining factor in my purchase. OH
 
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I really have another question to ask you guys. I do not want to really start a new thread so hopefully I will get the same feedback on this question as my previous one. Sorry, I am new to the site and still learning. I don't really know a whole lot about knives- that is why I joined this site. So something I noticed on here a lot of people seem to prefer the CV over SS, why is that?
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Personally I like them both about equally. However, here are some reasons.

1. While I can sharpen both steels to a sharp edge, it's a bit more effortless with CV steel (for me). The main difference is that the SS tends to form a wire edge which takes more attention to strop off completely. It's a minor difference, but it's there.

2. A lot of the members here like the look that carbon steel develops over time with normal usage. The blade develops a grayish patina as the steel oxidizes. The downside is that CV steel can also rust, and needs to be looked after a bit more. Stainless won't discolor like that, but will eventually develop its own used look, more from the fine scratches that appear over time with use.

Stainless is easier to take care of, and you can just rinse it off after use and normally don't need to worry about oiling it ever (maybe a drop on the joints if they are stiff).

It's really a matter of personal preference. I carry and use Case knives with both types of steel, and don't really give it a lot of consideration in what I choose.
 
I like CV for the patina, there is something about a traditional knife that shines like its brand new seems off to me. I like traditional for their character and "personality" the CV/Patina adds to that. Nothing wrong with the SS but CV IMO is where its at.

I would like also to throw another vote out there for the peanut;
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The key to CV steel is it can be sharpend easy plus it take a razor edge Five minutes on a good stone shes shaving sharp. :-) all though case stainless is OK 1095 CV is a better choice dont worry about rust Jake
 
Since you're new to the collecting game, start small (inexpensive), and go for a CV medium Case Stockman in yellow Delrin; 3 blades, perfectly sized at about 3 3/4", and if you know how to shop well, can be had for about $35.00 delivered.



If you like this knife (which you will), the addiction will start.;)
 
I concur on the swayback jack and peanut, both in CV. Those are the only two Case knives in my stable at this moment. I tried a both a small and medium stockman in stainless and neither of them did it for me. For my very non-adventurous suburban life, either the SBJ or peanut can do just about everything I could ask of them.
 
Glad to see you around, stick around too long and you will have more knives than you know what to do with.
My favorite Case knives are the sodbuster JR and medium texas jack. The sodbuster is my go to for days when I will be working in my barn or outside.The texas jack is my go to for social things or days when I am working in a white collar environment.

The main thing is to decide what you want to use a knife for and go from there.
 
Depends on what your daily tasks include and how your jeans fit. I really like the CV Swayback Jack but I think the Warnclife blade suffers a little compared to a clip or sodbuster type blade for utility such as when you find yourself at a picnic, trying to cut a steak of unknown origin on a paper (or styrofoam) plate, in your lap, with your primary blade (take extra napkins).

I bought the Swayback while I was waiting for my 1973 Mini half trapper to come back from a Case rebuild. Now it's hard to choose between them for EDC.

I have a medium stock-knife with SST blades for camping/canoeing/traveling or knocking around. Case SST is good steel but their cheaper knives are also a bit rougher finished; CV is a little better steel but takes some looking after.

That Saddlehorn looks really nice.
 
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Dclagg1, so much of what knife works for you depends on things about you. What kind of work do you do and in what kind of environment? Office cubical to ranch? What kind of clothing do you where most of the time? What kind of things do you do in your spare time?

For instance, I used to prefer a medium soze knife, like a 3 7/8ths stockman. But after I turned 40ish, I went down to a 3 1/4 inch stockman. This was a Buck 301 stockman down to a Buck 303 stockman. Then I went down to w Case peanut, and loved it. Now I'm a retired suburbanite, goes fishing, hiking, and helps the better half with the garden out back. I find I don't need a large knife for my jeans lifestyle, and cutting twine for the tomato plants or trimming a piece of chicken liver for the hook while cat fishing is typical for my pocket knife use. Add in opening my mail, and dealing with those accursed plastic blister packages. But I find myself carrying more stuff in my pockets now than when I was younger, so a smaller knife that takes up less room is a good thing. I find myself going to knives now that are between 2 7/8ths and 3 1/4 closed. I still like to have a second blade on hand, so I like the two blade jack platform. A peanut or small Texas jack is a great everyday suburbia knife. When we go canoeing or woods rambling, it's easy to just hang a 4 inch sheath knife on my belt in case of needing something with more blade and heft.

A small pocket knife and medium sheath knife make a good pair.
 
My favorite Case pattern is the Copperhead. Very nice nearly 4" serpentine jack frame available with several different blade combos.
Here's my latest with a clip/pen. Also available with a wharni/pen and a clip/wharni.

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Thank you all for all your input and knowledge you passed along. After a little shopping, I put a Small Texas Jack in my hand and it just felt right. So I ended up going with that guy and I am very happy with it. Thanks again!
 
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Thank you all for all your input and knowledge you passed along. After a little shopping, I put a Small Texas Jack in my hand and it just felt right. So I ended up going with that guy and I am very happy with it. Thanks again!
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