Case "Craftsman" Trapper Knives

[jabberwocky]

I've just acquired two new Case Trapper model knives, and I was wondering if anyone could tell me a little about their value or collectibility,
or even if they're "rare" models of any kind, or just some sort of "special
run" made for Sears/Craftsman.

Both knives are Trappers, with jigged redbone handles, "Case XX" oval logo in script inset into the handles. Each knife also has a black oval logo
with "Craftsman" in script inset on the same side as the "Case" logo.

Each knife came in a "Craftsman" vintage-styled tin, with a small
Craftsman keychain included. I have a nice-sized personal collection of
pocket knives (USA Schrades, Kabars, and about a dozen various Case
pocket knives) that I'll add these two Trappers to. I was just curious if
anyone was familiar with these knives, their origin, etc. Thanks!

[smiling-knife]

Hi and welcome to the site jabberwocky. Unfortunately, I can't answer your question, but there are many knowledgable collectors here who I'm sure will be able to. Just wanted to welcome you. s-k

[El Lobo]

I'm borrowing this from another forum, in the interest of helping someone new...

http://www.knifeforums.com/forums/showt ... an/#144684

Right from Shirley Boser...the Case Historian (and Bryan's friend... ).

Bill

[jabberwocky]

Thanks for the welcome, Smiling Knife. I'm looking forward to
learning quite a bit about my "new" hobby from this forum.

And thanks very much for forwarding the info, El Lobo. It was
exactly what I was looking for. Now I know a little more about
these two knives.