Case Trapper

The Case Trapper is made by W.R. Case & Sons in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Case calls the Trapper one of the most well-known knife patterns, with two full-length blades.

It has 2 blades (clip and spey) and a slip joint. Handles include jigged bone, synthetics, wood, Micarta, stag, with blades in Tru-Sharp stainless or carbon steel.

Case Trapper Specs

Pattern6254 (also 3254, 4254, 7254 and more)
Closed length4 1/8"
Blades2: clip and spey
LockSlip joint
Blade steelTru-Sharp stainless or carbon steel
HandlesJigged bone, synthetics, wood, Micarta, stag
Made inUSA (Bradford, PA)

Specs from W.R. Case & Sons and authorized dealers. Lengths can vary slightly by version.

Case Trapper 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 Mini Trapper, Case Slimline Trapper, Case Medium Stockman, or shop all Case knives.