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 Barnboard Jig Lime Green Bone Steel Pocketknife 61043

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Case xx 6.5 BoneStag® RussLock® Stainless Steel Pocket Knife 65303

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Case XX 2014 Dark Red Bone Standard Jig 61953L CV Russlock Knife MIB

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Case XX Jigged Blue Bone Russlock Pocket Knife Unused W/ Presentation Gift Box

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Case XX Russlock Knife Lemon Lime Bone Limited Edition Arrowhead Shield W/ Box

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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 Clip Point Folding Hunter Knife 0110BRS-B 420HC Ebony Made in USA New

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Lot of 2 Vintage Buck 110 Blades Two Dot Era 1974-1980 440C Steel-Unfinished

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Buck Knife 110+ Slim Hunter - Blue BOS-S30V Rare N.I.B Lifetime Warranty Papers

$129.90

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Buck Drop Point 110 Folding Hunter Knife 0110BRS6-B 420HC USA Made Ebony/Brass

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Brand New Buck 110 Folding Hunter 0110BRS-B Ebony Handle Knife w/ Sheath Box USA

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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 12 Tool Swiss Army Knife No Sheath Random Pick Used (219)

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VICTORINOX 15 FUNCTION OUTDOOR & SPORTS FIELDMASTER 1.4713.81 Red

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Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster 91mm Camo Folding Pocket Knife Multi Tool #1

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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- Tidioute #10 Yellow Corian . 2007 1 Of 24

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GREAT EASTERN CUTLERY - #661225 {TIDIOUTE} CIRCLE A KNIVES - SFO - YELLOW BONE

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2010 Great Eastern Cutlery An American Tradition by David L Anthony Knife Book

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GEC Great Eastern Cutlery #81 Bull Moose Sambar Stag 811217 Northfield UN-X-LD K

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Great Eastern Cutlery # 538208 Burnt Stag

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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 Tree Brand Trapper Stag 2 Blade 3.25" Folding Pocket Knife D2 EDC 110833ST

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Boker Trapper - 2525HH - Genuine Stag Handles - Solingen Steel Blades

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BOKER TREE BRAND SOLINGEN GERMANY GENUINE STAG FULL SIZE TRAPPER KNIFE (36038)

$212.00

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RARE FACTORY ERROR BOKER TREE BRAND SOLINGEN GERMANY STAG TRAPPER KNIFE (36939)

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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.