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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 Smooth Antique Bone 1/500 Stainless 21965 Pocket Knife
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Case xx Knives Russlock 6.5 Bone Stag Handle Pocket Knife Stainless 65303
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CASE XX KNIVES NATURAL BONE DROP POINT RUSSLOCK W/O SHIELD
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NIB Case XX Black Curly Oak Smooth Russlock 71953L Pocket Knife (2024) - 14002
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CASE XX POCKET KNIFE TURKEY SMOOTH NATURAL BONE RUSSLOCK
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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 Lot Of 10 And 2 Others, And Apache Carrying Case
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Vintage BUCK 110 Hunting Lockback Folding Pocket Knife —
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Vintage Buck 110 Folding Hunting Knife With Buck Leather Sheath - 1974 to 1980
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Buck 110 Slim Hunter BOS S35vn Super Steel Blade Burnt Orange 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 Fieldmaster Swiss Army Knife 1.4713 Mint Condition!
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Victorinox FIELDMASTER Black Bear Swiss Army Knife Multi Tool!
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Victorinox Craftsman / Artisan / FieldMaster Small 84mm “Officier Suisse”
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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 GEC Tidioute 93 Ram Foot SFO - Smooth Yellow Bone
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Great Eastern Cutlery #59 Hummingbird Acrylic Schaffer Farm Whittler - GEC
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GEC GREAT EASTERN CUTLERY TIDIOUTE 91 Bladeforums LARGE STOCKMAN KNIFE
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Great Eastern Cutlery GEC 49 493121 Garnet Jigged Bone
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Great Eastern Cutlery GEC Northfield 922219 Sambar Stag Jack Knife
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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.
Vintage Boker Tree Brand 4093 Trapper Stag Handle Single Blade Knife new in 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 Hillbilly Knife 1978 Stag Trapper Mountain Man's Scene W/Presentation Box
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BOKER TREE BRAND CLASSIC LG Trapper 2 Blade Folding Pocket Knife W/ Bone Scales
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BONUS: Case Copperlock
CASE XX USA 61749L SS Sharp Copperlock Brass Smooth Bone
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Case XX Knives Copperlock Dark Red Bone 31946 Carbon Steel Pocket Knife
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Case XX Knife Copperlock Dark Red Bone 31946 Carbon Steel Pocket Knives
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Case xx Mini Copperlock Knife Jigged Genuine Buffalo Horn Pocket 65022
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CASE XX KNIVES MINI COPPERLOCK CRIMSON PEACH SEED JIG BONE
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