Case Hammerhead 2159L Pocket Knife - Before & After Cleanup

[@happykt]

This is my favorite traditional knife ever. I own many traditional lockback knives and I love the angling of this Case Hammerhead and prefer it over the Buck 110.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's a nicely built knife and the shape does make it quite a bit different than the 110.

[@thomasgentry6201]

Damn Right Buck still a good Knife just not the Best.Back then 80s thru 90s the Case new if memory correct only 10 to 20 USD more than Buck 101.

[@BushcraftWoodsDevil]

Great vid! These and the mako were THE KNIFE that everyone desired but most could not afford. The BUCK 110 was a bit more economical, but if you had the CASE you were the top dog, lol. I couldn't afford either and had a SCHRADE folding hunter, which was even lower on the spectrum. Thanks for showing this!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yea it's a very well built knife. I think I still prefer my 110 though. As nice as it is it still seems like a copy to the original.

[@GhostRider_237]

hi! you mean Case is a copy? I have a Buck, but I want to buy Hammerhead too

[@BushcraftWoodsDevil]

@@GhostRider_237 I *think* what he means is, the 1989 edition he presents here is not on par with the originals issued in the 1970's, but that's just a guess on my part. There is a tendency for makers to take time and cost saving shortcuts over time. I've seen a lot of complaints lately about CASE's quality control - - mostly backspring gaps.

[@thomasgentry6201]

Retired USN Boatswain mate served and used Knife daily all dqy for two decade 80s and 90s. The Case Hammerheads produced then the best most reliable EDC carry of the time over the Buck 101. Reason hold edge longer after cutting NYLON line aka rope which was a Must!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That is very interesting, thanks for sharing your experience, Thomas.

[@WVKnifeEnthusiast]

very nice job my friend! One of my favorite Case patterns. I have one but I don't use it much. I enjoy looking at it and admiring it lol

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Not gonna say I like it more than a 110, but it's a solid, durably built knife and well designed.

[@JoseGonzalez-yx6vm]

Very nice shape to it, both handle and blade, cleaned up nicely, thanks for sharing, TK.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It has some unique angles to it. Trying to differentiate from the Buck in what way they could I imagine. Thanks, Jose.

[@Checkmate1954]

Brilliant job. Smashing before & after video too. Thanks TK

[@Checkmate1954]

SSP=Stainless Steel Plain (no etch)

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks, Check. I hope is was an entertaining watch. It sure was fun to work on.

[@kirbycreekmo]

Very nicely done. The Case lockbacks are eye catching.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes they have a unique look to them. Glad to have one in the collection. Good seeing you Kirby, thanks for the support.

[@davidkurle5418]

You took that thing from beater to showpiece!!!!! Well done, buddy!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It needed some love. Much improved I'd say. Thank you , David.

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Great great Job on that one John…….. now you have a good little knife there buddy!!!! Fantastic piece Thrifty it should serve you well for many years to come!!!!! Thanks for the look be well over there😊

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

You bet, Jersey. From turd to head turner. This one needed some love.

[@steveg.1502]

That cleaned up nice. Nice job on the tip, like it never happened. Looks great TK!👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yep, just the tip. A simple fix. It was a fun project. She's sharp and shiny now.

[@jeroenvoss6231]

Nice shiny again, handles look great. Job well done John.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

From beater to beauty. Thanks, Jeroen.

[@byronkennedy7912]

This project turned out great, TK. Looks fantastic for a nice user. These jobs are always about material removal, techniques, & tyme. Thanks for the share.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It was a lot of fun making this old girl sharp and shiny. Have a great day, Byron.

[@knifedelights7473]

That came out looking really good, John! Great job.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I had a lot of fun working on it. I always do. Thanks for having a look, Tom.

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

Oh my goodness... TK, that's a beautiful restoration! You did a fantastic job with this piece! It turned out great! Thanks for sharing this with us! I appreciate you my friend!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Hey glad you enjoyed the show. I hope it was entertaining. Be well John. I'm still in the design phase of that sheath I mentioned. Gonna be like nothing you've done before.

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

@@ThriftyKaniffy sounds like fun to me!!! :)

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

@@ThriftyKaniffy You do know I may have some limits... :) to my ability... :)

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

@@J.O.VenturesOutdoors Who doesn't like a challenge? LOL. It'll be fine, you'll see.

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

@@ThriftyKaniffy LOL.. I live for challenges! Bring it on!!! 😀

[@terrillschneider3778]

Very good restoration Thanks

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks a bunch Terry. It was a fun experience getting this forgotten old knife back in good shape.

[@terrillschneider3778]

@@ThriftyKaniffy I have an Ebony Mako that I bought from TSA Knives new old stock for $59 and it came perfect for half the price of a new Ebony Mako

[@gizmocarr3093]

Nice looking cleanup!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the participation trophy. LOL. I enjoyed doing this cleanup, and appreciate you watching Gizmo.

[@littlemanscorner1718]

Good save . Nice looking knife

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

This old girl is back in the game. Thanks, Little.

[@RJsKnives]

Really nice restoration! You gave that knife some new life!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

She's sharp and ready now. No more chalky white crud on the handles. Thanks, RJ. Hope your week is going well.

[@robertbudnik3318]

Stunning restoration Thrifty! Highly entertaining video, especially with those before/after stills in the trailer. The folks at Case should be very pleased with this video as it reflects well on their product. Take a bow!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Very kind of you, Robert. I enjoy taking in the forgotten ones and putting them back in service. I think this Case exemplifies that notion.

[@RICHARDMOORE1959]

Lookin good.Great cleanup.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It'll make for as good clean user now. Thanks!

[@michaelbeams9553]

Fantastic job . 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

This video was a lot of fun to make. I'm happy with the results.

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Great looking knife before and after. Love to enjoy a knife with patina. It turned out great though.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Rusty, the Hammerhead was a joy to work on.

[@kennethking817]

Nice outcome for a fine knife . Far better than any Buck .

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I dunno about all that, but I do like it. Thanks Kenneth.

[@kennethking817]

I tell the Truth , I got a Buck 112 given to me by my Uncle one birthday and a couple of weeks later I was working on one of my trucks and I placed the knife on top of the cab and forgot I put it there and when I was done working on the truck I shut the hood and the knife fell to the blacktop asphalt driveway about 6 feet , The knife blade broke almost dead in half , at that moment I said I will never own another Buck even if someone gifts one to me .

[@isaacs_knives_and_knowledge]

Great clean up

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thank you Isaac. Liked your recent spit shine video.

[@MB_OutdoorsMT]

Sure did turn up nice John. Good job.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks, MB. Sub'd. Glad you liked the cleanup, it turned out great for a user.

[@MB_OutdoorsMT]

@@ThriftyKaniffy Pleased to meet ya John. Mervyn from Malta (Europe)

[@jonlouis2582]

Very nice. I've always wanted one, but upon learning that it's even heavier than a Buck 110, I think I would pass. As I get older, I'm going in the opposite direction. Great job with the restoration.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's no lightweight that's for sure. Built to last though. Thanks for having a look, Jon

[@Zen_Ali_123]

Nice job 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Zen. Hope you're doing well.

[@RandysWSG]

Came out real nice

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It'll be a real nice user now, Randy.

[@SlipjointSawyer]

Good job TK 🫡

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Right on, Matt. I'm happy with the results.

[@henryviera7825]

Ive got 1 i debate using every dang day. Its a 90's hammerhead with the santa fe stone works "peace pipe" inlays. No display box tho. Its just BEGGING to be carried. But idk if inlays will hold up to real carry and use. So rn its still a safe quee

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes that's something to consider. I think I might leave that one in the drawer. Thanks, Henry.

[@ElCapAddict]

Can you send Case back for service like Buck? The restoration turned out nice and the tip looks good.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I know they service knives, but I'm not as familiar with what all they will do.

[@bigjsknives]

That turned out great, what worksharp system did you use? Thanks for sharing!!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Worksharp Precision Adjust Elite basically. I say that because I got the basic version then later upgraded to the extras with the storage case. Shoulda just bought the Elite to begin with, but I'm a cheap bastard sometimes. Thanks, Jer.

[@bigjsknives]

@@ThriftyKaniffy I did the exact same thing but there wasn’t the upgrade available when I got mine. It’s nice that they offer it as one package now. I have the Ken Onion with blade grinding attachment but don’t like using it on pocket/expensive knives. It is good for axes/hatchets tho.

[@mikecurtis2585]

Very nice great job looks like new again! I have a I have a You Tube Now!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Much appreciated. I was already Subbed. Thanks, Mike.