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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 6.5 Bonestag RussLock Lockback Folding Knife 65303
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Case XX Knife Russlock Shot Show US Flag 10748 Natural Bone Pocket Knives
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CASE XX BLUE BONE RUSSLOCK LONG TAIL C
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Case 2003 Cabernet Russlock Mint Set Knife - #163 of 250
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CASE XX 2002 RED CURLY OAK RUSSLOCK 71953L SS KNIFE V639
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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 Knives 110 Famous Folding Hunter Knife Genuine Leather Sheath 0110BRS
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Buck Knives 110 Famous Folding Hunter Knife Genuine Leather Sheath 0110BRS
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Buck 110 Folding Hunter Knife Proud American Ebony Wood 1/250 420HC Stainless
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Buck 110 Folding Hunter Knife - Nickel Silver EDC Knife , New with Sheath
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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 Knife 15 Function FieldMaster Brand New
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Victorinox Swiss Army FieldMaster Red
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Victorinox Fieldmaster Swiss Army Knife 91mm Red
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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 Viper 47 SFO - Smooth Yellow Bone
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Great Eastern Cutlery Tidioute 981316 Texas Cattle Knife, Gabon Ebony, GEC 98
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Tidioute Great Eastern Cutlery USA 3" closed Micarta Barlow Jack Knife MINT
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GEC #14 Great Eastern Cutlery Tidioute - Beer Cub - Pale Ale Linen Micarta
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GEC Tidioute Cutlery 143223 Barlow, Autumn Peach Sawcut Bone, USA
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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 Tree Brand Classic 2 Blade Stag Trapper Knife - 2525 Stag
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Boker Tree Brand Classic Stag Trapper Knife - 2525 33
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BOKER TREE BRAND CLASSIC Stag Slimline Trapper 4093 Pocket Knife Slim German
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Boker Hillbilly Knife 1978 Stag Trapper Mountain Man's Scene W/Presentation Box
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BONUS: Case Copperlock
Case XX Knives Copperlock Barnboard Jig Purple Bone 9712 Pocket Knife Stainless
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Case Cutlery Copperlock Purple Barnboard Bone Folding Stainless Knife 09712
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2013 Mini Copperlock DR Molasses Carhartt By Case.
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CASE XX KNIVES SMOOTH NATURAL BONE MINI COPPERLOCK W/CROSS SHIELD 3 5/8"
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Case XX Rigged Bone Mini CopperLock 61749L SS Pocket Knife Carhartt
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