Case Kinzua
The Case Kinzua is made by W.R. Case & Sons in Bradford, Pennsylvania. A Modern EDC flipper made in Bradford, PA, named for a forest in the Allegheny region.
It has 1 blade (spear, tanto or serrated) and a frame lock, ball-bearing flipper. Handles include aluminum, carbon fiber, with blades in S35VN.
Case Kinzua Specs
| Pattern | Model number (Modern EDC) |
|---|---|
| Closed length | 4 3/4" |
| Blades | 1: spear, tanto or serrated |
| Lock | Frame lock, ball-bearing flipper |
| Blade steel | S35VN |
| Handles | Aluminum, carbon fiber |
| Made in | USA (Bradford, PA) |
Specs from W.R. Case & Sons and authorized dealers. Lengths can vary slightly by version.
Case Kinzua 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 is the difference between SS and CV?
SS is Case's Tru-Sharp stainless steel, which resists rust. CV (chrome vanadium) and CS (carbon steel) take a keen edge and sharpen easily but need oiling and develop a patina.
Also see: Case Marilla, Case RussLock, Case CopperLock, or shop all Case knives.