Case Knives

W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery traces its roots to 1889 and has made knives in Bradford, Pennsylvania, for more than a century. Owned by Zippo since 1993, Case is known for traditional pocket knife patterns like the Trapper, Stockman and Sod Buster, with handles from jigged bone and stag to synthetics and Micarta.

We carry a large selection of Case at our Lafayette, LA shop and online. Pick a pattern below to see its specs.

Case Knives FAQ

How do Case pattern numbers work?

The first digit is the handle material, the second is the number of blades, and the rest is the pattern. For example, 6254 is a bone-handled (6), two-blade (2) Trapper (54).

What do SS, CV and CS mean?

SS is Case's Tru-Sharp stainless steel. CV (chrome vanadium) and CS (carbon steel) take a keen edge and sharpen easily but need oiling and develop a patina.

What is Pocket Worn?

A Case handle line where the bone is sanded for a softly worn, textured look.

Where are Case knives made?

Case pocket knives are made in Bradford, Pennsylvania.