Offered here is a vintage Case XX USA 61553L SS folding hunter, featuring a 2-5/8” stainless clip-point blade and a lockback mechanism. The tang is stamped “CASE XX TESTED XX” on one side and “USA 61553L SS” on the reverse. The blade locks up securely and operates smoothly.

 

This knife has been rescaled with custom handle slabs. The original scales have been replaced, but the knife still feels solid and has a nice aged character.

 

 

???? Specs:

 

 

• Blade length: 2-5/8”

• Overall length (open): 6-1/8”

• Closed length: approx. 5-1/4”

• Handle material: Custom replacement (non-original)

• Bolsters: Nickel silver

• Blade steel: Stainless

• Made in USA

 

 

 

???? Condition:

 

 

• Blade shows wear, surface scratches, and some paint or oxidation spots.

• Lockback is tight with no blade play.

• Handles are solid with good fitment, but not original.

• Bolsters have light dings and surface wear consistent with age.

 

 

This is a great knife for a user, restoration project, or display in a working vintage collection. Being sold as-is with full transparency about condition and modifications.

Item # 116381