A Nest of Copperheads

[jerryd6818]

This is my first one, given to me by Big Monk (where the heck are you hiding Monkey Man?).

[Papa Bones]

I've only had a couple of the Mini-Copperheads. This one and I also had an Autumn Bone handle one but gave it to my Nephew. They are good knives for someone who likes a light knife in the pocket, but not one of my personal favorites.

I really don't agree with Case for naming it a Mini-Copperhead. When I think "Mini" of any knife, I think it should look like the original, only downsized. Like Mini-Trapper, Mini-Copperlock, Mini-Hunter, Mini Blackhorn, Mini-Moose. They all are the downsized shape of the original. As for the Mini-Copperhead, it is more serpentine than the Full sized Copperhead, the traditional Copperhead shaped bolster is on the opposite end (leftside) from the full size, and the blades are mounted on both ends. As my GrandPappy would say....."It just ain't right!!" I think they should have named it Tiny Rattler, or Small Cottonmouth. But.....I don't get paid the big bucks to name them. Just my .02 cents worth that ain't worth a dime.

But here is mine. A 2004 Case XX 62109X Redbone Script Shield Mini-Copperhead.

[jerryd6818]

I really don't agree with Case for naming it a Mini-Copperhead. When I think "Mini" of any knife, I think it should look like the original, only downsized. Like Mini-Trapper, Mini-Copperlock, Mini-Hunter, Mini Blackhorn, Mini-Moose. They all are the downsized shape of the original. As for the Mini-Copperhead, it is more serpentine than the Full sized Copperhead, the traditional Copperhead shaped bolster is on the opposite end (leftside) from the full size, and the blades are mounted on both ends. As my GrandPappy would say....."It just ain't right!!" I think they should have named it Tiny Rattler, or Small Cottonmouth. But.....I don't get paid the big bucks to name them. Just my .02 cents worth that ain't worth a dime.

Smitty there is just any number of people (mostly purists) who think it's sacrilege that Camillus named the 72 "Carpenters & Whittlers Knife" because it's not a real Whittler. It's my opinion (and you know what those are like) that they - insert knife company's name here - made it so they can call it anything they want.

Not being argumentative, just adding my opinion to the mix.

[edge213]

I've only had a couple of the Mini-Copperheads. This one and I also had an Autumn Bone handle one but gave it to my Nephew. They are good knives for someone who likes a light knife in the pocket, but not one of my personal favorites.

I really don't agree with Case for naming it a Mini-Copperhead. When I think "Mini" of any knife, I think it should look like the original, only downsized. Like Mini-Trapper, Mini-Copperlock, Mini-Hunter, Mini Blackhorn, Mini-Moose. They all are the downsized shape of the original. As for the Mini-Copperhead, it is more serpentine than the Full sized Copperhead, the traditional Copperhead shaped bolster is on the opposite end (leftside) from the full size, and the blades are mounted on both ends. As my GrandPappy would say....."It just ain't right!!" I think they should have named it Tiny Rattler, or Small Cottonmouth. But.....I don't get paid the big bucks to name them. Just my .02 cents worth that ain't worth a dime.

But here is mine. A 2004 Case XX 62109X Redbone Script Shield Mini-Copperhead.
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Smithy, I agree with your thoughts.

[Papa Bones]

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Smitty there is just any number of people (mostly purists) who think it's sacrilege that Camillus named the 72 "Carpenters & Whittlers Knife" because it's not a real Whittler. It's my opinion (and you know what those are like) that they - insert knife company's name here - made it so they can call it anything they want.

Not being argumentative, just adding my opinion to the mix.

I understand totally. No Jerry, even if you were being argumentative, I wouldn't take it personally.

[jerryd6818]

Good!!!

[jmh58]

No Copperheads headed my way!! Blew the knife budget on the SAK!! Done for a few months!!
John

[jerryd6818]

John, none headed my way either but this one has been hanging around for several years. It was my first Copperhead

[Papa Bones]

John, none headed my way either but this one has been hanging around for several years. It was my first Copperhead

Nice Jerry. Which handles is that?

[jerryd6818]

John, none headed my way either but this one has been hanging around for several years. It was my first Copperhead

Nice Jerry. Which handles is that?

Some kind of acrylic. I bought that long before I started paying attention to that kind of stuff and if it ever had a box, it's long gone. (destroyed in the flood of '06)

[1967redrider]

Nice thread, Jerry, but my nest isn't that big (momma, poppa and baby).

[jmh58]

John, none headed my way either but this one has been hanging around for several years. It was my first Copperhead

That’s SCHWEEETTT jerry!!!
John

[jerryd6818]

Nice thread, Jerry, but my nest isn't that big (momma, poppa and baby).

It's not the size that counts. It's the pleasure it gives you. Good group.

[jerryd6818]

John, none headed my way either but this one has been hanging around for several years. It was my first Copperhead

That’s SCHWEEETTT jerry!!!
John

Thanks other John.

[philco]

One like this slithered out of my mailbox today. Had to steal a pic from Shepherd Hills because my computer refuses to upload photos from my camera.

[jmh58]

One like this slithered out of my mailbox today. Had to steal a pic from Shepherd Hills because my computer refuses to upload photos from my camera.

Real KOOL Phil !!! Hope your computer lets you upload pics as I would love to see your knife!!
John

[royal0014]

One like this slithered out of my mailbox today.

That's the one I'm waiting to arrive! Great score Phil !!

[jerryd6818]

One like this slithered out of my mailbox today. Had to steal a pic from Shepherd Hills because my computer refuses to upload photos from my camera.

Send it to me. I'l take pictures and send it back. Promise.

[doglegg]

Congrats Phil.

[Rich53]

These are all beautiful knives!

I've tended to dismiss these old style folders as grandpa knives. I'm going to have to change my opinion on them. I'm going to add a few to my collection. They are impressive.

[Papa Bones]

Nice thread, Jerry, but my nest isn't that big (momma, poppa and baby).

Good looking Trio.

[Papa Bones]

One like this slithered out of my mailbox today. Had to steal a pic from Shepherd Hills because my computer refuses to upload photos from my camera.

Congrats Phil.

[jerryd6818]

Slicker'n snot on a door knob.

[1967redrider]

Nice thread, Jerry, but my nest isn't that big (momma, poppa and baby).

Good looking Trio.

Thanks, Smitty. That old man of the group needed some TLC as someone did an amateur repair job to it. Our own herbva made it solid again.

[Papa Bones]

Slicker'n snot on a door knob.


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And not half as sticky. Good looking Wharncliffe Copperhead Jerry!!