5 of the Best Traditional Pocket Knives (That You Should Own!)

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When it comes to traditional pocket knives, there is a list of five to ten that everyone should own. Whether they are everyday users or knives that will be added to the collection, make sure to check the following off of your shopping list:

1. Case Russlock

This Case exclusive pattern was introduced in 2000. The knife’s namesake is “Russ” Case, who founded the W.R. Case company. The Russlock pattern features a liner lock mechanism, along with a ‘tail’ at the base of the blade for convenient one-hand opening, similar to that of a traditional straight razor. The Russlock (pattern 1953L) quickly became a favorite among collectors with its unique style and beauty and striking handle materials. The 1953 refers to the year that Russel Case passed away.

Case xx Knives Russlock Jigged Amber Bone Handle Pocket Knife Stainless 00260

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Case xx Knives Russlock Smooth Antique Bone 1/500 Stainless 21965 Pocket Knife

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CASE XX KNIVES NATURAL BONE DROP POINT RUSSLOCK W/O SHIELD

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CASE XX CIRCLE C SHIELD CRANBERRY BONE POCKET KNIFE RUSSLOCK 61953L 2007 GG

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Case xx Knives Russlock Rough Black Delrin Series Pocket Knife Stainless 18224

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2. Buck 110 Folding Hunter

The Buck 110 folding hunter is a classic and iconic knife. The knife was first manufactured in 1963 when Al Buck set out to design a sturdy hunting knife that could fold up easily and take up less room than a traditional straight knife. Within a year, the model 110 became Buck’s best seller! Check out my vintage Buck Knives page as well.

Buck 110 Wild Life Series Deer Folding Hunter Knife Ebony Wood 420HC Stainless

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Buck 110 Folding Hunter Knife Give 'Em The Shaft Ebony Wood 1/250 Stainless

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Buck 110 60th Anniversary Folding Hunter Pocket Knife Magnacut 011BRS60TH-B USA

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Buck 110 Hunter Drop Point Nickel Silver Distressed Sheath 100% Made In U.S.A.

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NIB Buck USA Ebony 110 Folding Hunting/Pocket Knife & Nylon Sheath - 2106

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3. Victorinox Fieldmaster

Established in 1897, Victorinox has been making useful multifunction pocket knives paired with a sleek design. With 15 features, from blades to a bottle opener, scissors to screwdrivers and wire strippers to a saw, the Fieldmaster will assist you with indoor and outdoor projects on a daily basis.

VICTORINOX SWISS ARMY FIELDMASTER RED 15 IN 1 MULTITOOL POCKET KNIFE! A3289

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VICTORINOX SWISS ARMY FIELDMASTER RED 15 IN 1 MULTITOOL POCKET KNIFE!

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Victorinox FIELDMASTER Swiss Army Knife Original and Authentic New

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4. Great Eastern Cutlery Knives

For those who would prefer to carry a knife like those of 100 years ago, Great Eastern Cutlery out of Tidioute, PA is a wonderful choice. These knives feature old time knife manufacturing methods and high quality handle materials that make them a functional work of art. Wonderful patterns including barlows, whittlers, trappers have been issued and quickly snatched up by their fan base. Check out my Great Eastern Cutlery page for more information and a larger selection of their knives.

Great Eastern Cutlery #142216 Gabon Ebony Lick Creek Boys Knife

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GREAT EASTERN CUTLERY - #220124 {TIDIOUTE} "22 MAGNUM" BURNT ORANGE SAWCUT BONE

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Great Eastern Cutlery 1 Of 25 Northfield UN-X-LD #04 Knife

$250.00

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Great Eastern Sambar Stag #22 Magnum Clip Blade Pocket Knife 221124 GEC

$179.99

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GEC Great Eastern Cutlery Tidioute 735108 Patriot. 2008 1/50 #28 NOS With COA

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5. Boker Stag Trapper

These famous knives with the world-renowned tree-brand are made in the “City of Blades” Solingen, Germany since 1869. The genuine stag handles are beautiful and the clip and spey blades hold a wonderful edge.

Boker Hillbilly Knife 1978 Stag Trapper Mountain Man's Scene W/Presentation Box

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Boker Traditional Series 2.0 Trapper Stag Pocket Knife 3.25" Blade D2 ✔️110833ST

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BOKER GERMANY STORMIN NORMAN STAG TRAPPER BOX SET GREAT STAG TRAPPER UNUSED

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BOKER TREE BRAND 4.13" STAG HANDLE TRAPPERP-KNIFE WITH 2,- D2 BLADES #110833ST

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Boker Tree Brand Solingen 2 Blade Trapper Pocket Knife, Brown Stag

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BONUS: Case Copperlock

In 1997, Case introduced an entirely new knife pattern that took the collector world by storm. Designed by Tom Hart, the CopperLock (549) combined elements from classic Case knife patterns (Trapper & Copperhead) to make an entirely new lockback knife.