Case Knives
The W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company has a very rich history that began in 1889 when William Russell (“W.R.”), Jean, John, and Andrew Case began fashioning their knives and selling them along a wagon trail in upstate New York. The company has produced countless treasures and it continues to do so as one of the most collected brands in the world.
Below you will find valuable resources to help with your Case knife collecting hobby:
| Case's Knife Numbering System | This link will explain W.R. Case's numbering system that the company uses to represent knife patterns, handle materials, and other characteristics about its knives. |
| Blade Abbreviations | In addition to the pattern number, W.R. Case often stamps additional letters that represent certain blades or other unique characteristics incorporated in their knives. This link contains information about these characters. |
| Dating Case Knives | This link will provide information about Case's tang stamps, and how they can be used to identify when a knife was made. |
| Case Knives by pattern number | This link lists most of Case's knife patterns by their factory pattern number, shows a picture, and gives each knife a name, along with a description. |
| Case Knives by name | This link lists most of W. R. Case's knife patterns by name alphabetically. Here you will find pictures, descriptions, and the pattern number that has been assigned to each knife. |
| Handle Materials used by Case | Here you will find pictures and descriptions of the various handle materials used by Case. They are listed by their respective handle number designation. |
| Blades and blade material used by Case | Here you will find pictures of the various blades that are used on Case knives along with the various materials that they are made of. |
| The Construction of a Case Knife | Here you will find an in depth look at the components of a Case knife, and how they are put together. |
| Case Knife Shields | Here you will find an in depth look at many of the shield variations used on Case knives. They are useful in helping get an age approximation of any given Case pocket knife. |
Shop our huge selection of Case XX knives. There is most always a great variety of vintage & recent folding Case pocket knives in a variety of handle materials such as genuine stag, jigged bone, mother of pearl, & more. Fixed blade Case knives also come and go in many handle materials.
Buy your favorite Case pattern today. You will generally find Case Trapper knives, Congress knives, Muskrats, Copperheads, Copperlocks, Jack knives & many others in Chrome Vanadium steel, True Sharp Surgical Stainless steel, & specialty steels used by Case on occasion.
Case XX USA 1889-1989 Gold Stone Centennial GS0200 Trapper Knife - Beautiful Gold Stone Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice...
Item # 112958
$100.00
Rare Case XX USA Damascus Stag One Arm Banana Razor Knife - Thick Stag Handles - No Cracks - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice Unused Condition in the Original Box -...
Item # 112953
$250.00
2024 SFO Sea Dragon SET - SMKW Exclusive Limited Quantity Produced Item 25202 - 6254SS - Trapper Item 25203 - 6207SS - Mini Trapper Item 25204 - 6318SS - Md...
Item # 112895
$2,500.00 $3,250.00
SMKW SFO Peanut Butter & Jelly Folding Hunter with Sheath Item : 39436 6265SS Burnt Ultra Violet aka Peanut Butter & Jelly NOTE: Coloration may slightly...
Item # 112871
$275.00
Crafted with precision, the Case XX 2001 Denim Blue Peach Seed Jigged Bone 62109W Mini Copperhead is a testament to fine knife making. With its striking blue handle, made from bone and featuring...
Item # 112774
$75.00
Crafted with precision, the Case XX 6207 SS pocket knife is a testament to traditional design meeting modern craftsmanship. This two-blade trapper features a smooth brown bone handle that provides...
Item # 112719
$60.00
Shows no signs of use. Has original edge. very nice looking brown picked bone scales have no cracks. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. $8.00 FLAT RATE PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING...
Item # 112597
$95.00
1995 Case Classic 2050 Sunfish Knife – Exotic Awabi Shell – Salesman Sample – Recall Tin – Mint Condition...
Item # 112272
$3,000.00
CASE XX MUSKRAT 2025 EASTER HE IS RISEN SMOOTH ULTRA VIOLET MUSKRAT W/GIFT TIN 3 7/8" CLOSED STAINLESS STEEL ...
Item # 112252
$115.00
CASE XX SOD BUSTER JR 2025 SMOOTH LIGHT BLUE SYNTHETIC SOD BUSTER JR 3 5/8" CLOSED STAINLESS STEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION IN...
Item # 112251
$46.00
CASE XX BABY BUTTERBEAN 2025 SMOOTH LIGHT BLUE SYNTHETIC BABY BUTTERBEAN 2 3/4" CLOSED STAINLESS STEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION...
Item # 112248
$63.00
CASE XX MINI TRAPPER 2025 SMOOTH LIGHT BLUE SYNTHETIC MINI TRAPPER 3 1/2" CLOSED STAINLESS STEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION IN...
Item # 112247
$60.00
CASE XX TINY TRAPPER 2025 DARK RED BONE PEACH SEED JIGGED TINY TRAPPER 2 3/8" CLOSED CARBON STEEL MINT CONDITION IN BOX...
Item # 112240
$60.00
CASE XX MUSKRAT 2025 6.5 BONESTAG MUSKRAT 3 7/8" CLOSED STAINLESS STEEL MINT CONDITION IN BOX (BRAND NEW) OPENED ONLY TO TAKE...
Item # 112237
$88.00
CASE XX SOD BUSTER JR 2025 DARK RED BONE PEACH SEED JIGGED SOD BUSTER JR 3 5/8" CLOSED CARBON STEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION IN...
Item # 112234
$60.00
Crafted with precision and care, the Case XX 3" USA BoneStag Muskrat is a testament to traditional craftsmanship combined with modern functionality. This folding pocket knife features a sleek...
Item # 112113
$87.99
Crafted with precision and designed for versatility, the Case XX Slimline Trapper 31048 CV Folding Knife is a quintessential tool for outdoor enthusiasts and everyday carry. Featuring a vibrant...
Item # 112060
$50.00
Crafted during a period of enduring quality, this Vintage 1940-1964 Case XX USA 2 Blade Half Congress Knife boasts a rich heritage. With its jigged bone handle, the knife offers a classic look and...
Item # 111899
$225.00
Case Select 61546 Back Pocket with Jigged Nectarine Bone and Fluted Bolsters. Near Mint. No...
Item # 111804
$165.00
Item 26816 Burnt Caribbean Blue Bone - Sea Dragon Christmas Edition 2024 - with engraved bolsters Limited quantities...
Item # 111710
$200.00
Item 26817 Burnt Caribbean Blue Bone - Sea Dragon - SFO Christmas 2024 Edition without the Engraved Bolsters Limited Quantities Produced...
Item # 111709
$175.00
Peanut Butter & Jelly 2024 SET - Including Zippo PBJ Lighter Item 39421 Trapper 6254 SS Item 39422 Razor 62005RAZ SS Item 39423 Mini Trapper 6207 SS Item...
Item # 111708
$2,000.00
Item 22849 Burnt Bright Green Bone aka Lizard Skin Razor 62005RAZ SS Limited quantity...
Item # 111686
$275.00