Knife Patterns: Case Copperlock

[@81ghale]

I've been using expensive locking knives with all the new super steels for a few years now but I bought a case mini trapper last year. I still liked my spyderco and benchmade knives more. Fast forward to a month ago, and that mini trapper has become my primary true every day carry. It's all I carry. I love the small size, it's light and I can't tell it's in my pocket. No pocket clip to get hung on stuff and draw attention. I love the cv steel, it's easy to sharpen and holds a good edge. Now I'm looking for different designs across different brands. There really is a place for these "old" knives. They've endured because THEY WORK!

[@TheRockyBoulders]

I got a Case Copperlock 61749L for my 16th birthday (9 years ago) and have never left the house without it. Excellent knife.

[@kentuckybastard816]

Same

[@imcreedman]

My first knife was a Case Trapper that my grandfather gave me when I was five. I still have it to this day and always carry it with me

[@dave308ek92646]

It's always the story when your collecting, I agree. I have read the copperhead bolster was designed to keep the sharp corner where the spine meets the tang (called the backsquare) from tearing up your pocket when folded. Makes sense after I bought one. I really like all your vids because of your vast knowledge (and collections) on knives.

[@dunndicles]

Terrific video! I've been on a bit of an EDC journey with my knives, lately. Gravitating toward less threatening options and started reminiscing about the knives my Dad & Grandpa carried every day. I have found myself going back to old school slip joints. When I saw this video I had to have a Copperlock! Keep up the great work!

[@jimhebrank74]

I love my copperlocks, both large and mini. Fantastic pattern!

[@cutlerylover]

these were all sold to a collector for $175 for the lot...great deal!

[@weaponlover32]

you have no idea how great it is to watch one of your videos after my day. Thank you jeff for making such great videos.

[@robertwagner1079]

I love those Case knives ...when I buy a Case knive I put it up away in my Collection ...

[@ccooper8040]

Thanks Jeff. Love to see the traditional knives. Nice to see something besides a tactical titanium frame lock flipper with the latest super steel.

[@ratride1]

My friend has got me interested in slip joint knives. It's really great that your doing vids on the different patterns and how they evolved. I'm looking forward to seeing more on these knives. Thanks

[@claytonbigsby6975]

one of the best pattern s from case

[@goodboyringo9716]

Case knife will never die

[@feketetv]

+R Shay I hope you are right! :D

[@mrbluenun]

Really love the idea of explaining the ins and outs of the basic knives and just why something has a shape. It is ALWAYS made to work a certain way. Thanks. mrbluenun

[@robertwagner1079]

Love your Vidoe Jeff...I bought my First Case Copperhead or Copperlock ...Olive Green jigged pocket worn ... Beautiful pattern...and Bosters ...Single clip Blade...Nice

[@MTXCraze]

I found a Schrade old timer in the house i moved into. I noticed it was made in walden NY usa. so i did a little research and found out it was made in the 60's. It was used but in decent shape. I cleaned it up and now on the rare occasion ill work it into my edc.

[@DenyTheZeitgeist]

I got my dad a copperlock years ago. He does use it, although he knows he’s destructive with a knife, so he uses the 940 I got him a lot more. I really want a copperlock for myself. Such a nice piece.

[@xXSpartan029Xx]

I love seeing you do videos on traditionals! I Would love to see you do a video on GEC. They make great knives, to similar specifications to the old makers years ago.

[@DannoCrutch]

Nice series you're starting here. I say keep it rolling. Copperlock is probably my favorite pattern from Case. Just a nice EDC with, as you say, a lot of class. I"ve been keeping an eye out for a CV offering for a while now.

[@fungdart]

A 1999 Case XX Select Copperlock in red bone is my EDC. I Love It.

[@adammunro15]

I don't even have an interest in knifes but I love watching your videos and learning about what you know best, maybe one day I'll start a little collection of my own. Keep them coming!

[@stevereist1509]

I just ordered a Copperlock with the Wharncliffe in indigo blue. Can't wait to see it.

[@twilightshooter4990]

mine is on the way

[@KYTO82]

Love Case Knifes have a couple copper locks great knifes!

[@Jeepjones85]

I love old school knives ! I try to carry them more often

[@osbaldohernandez9174]

I like a larger copper lock knife because I have big hands

[@eskimoquinn1062]

The shape of the top bolster is to protect the pocket and hand from the sharp corner of the tang when folded. Nothing to do with the lock mechanism. Same as canoe pattern

[@SonOfAHerbert]

Jeff, Im not sure if you have and I dont think you did make a video about this but can you make one or just tell me about when/how you got your firearms training and how you came to being comfortable carrying a gun everyday and possibly using it in a real life situation

[@jerrymicheal8055]

Good video Jeff more people need to do videos on old school knives

[@jlen82]

I own 4 Case Knives and love them! Thanks for the video!

[@KingOrest]

Always respect the classics :D

[@Nogorn]

do the edges on these knives ever come in contact with the inside of the handle? I want to get one but i want to keep it sharp.

[@knifeman1122]

The old fashion knifes. Will never go old fashion

[@wotanson1]

I have a big collection of the 06247PEN pattern from Case, most from the 1970's. 3 and 7/8" closed, one back spring, a large clip and a pen blade. It's perfect for me.

[@Jeepjones85]

What is the handle color called on the blueish green one ? Thanks

[@newedgecutlery]

Have you seen the navy blue bone one? Oh man its beautiful!!! Im starting a collection of the navy blue case knives! They are one of the best patterns ive seen.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Newedgecutlery , I'm doing the same...just love that navy blue jigged bone. It has spoiled me for any tactical in my collection and while I browse thru the internet, I keep coming back to blue bone Case.

[@metallicaholic43088]

awesome...this is a video series I can get into..very nice work...old school slippies are where its at

[@Dafoodmaster]

Hey Jeff, could you do a vid on texas toothpicks?

[@davethebarber62920]

Have you checked out Great Eastern Cutlery? Interesting history. Similar knife patterns as Case but smaller production and carbon steel blades.

[@bmx2themaxx]

I love the high polished blade finish

[@Maggot00718]

"... its no different than driving a car..." -Jeff I like that saying.

[@MrRfitz27]

I wonder if I could find one of these with a pocket clip or find a way to put one on

[@Yokosrifle1234567890]

Do you know how to make a sheath smaller because my dad showed me one of his old knives and when I pulled it out there was no resistance. So I put it back in the sheath and turned it upside down and the knife almost fell out.

[@TundraSabre]

Which should I buy. I need opinions. Schrade magic or spyderco tenacious??

[@joshallen667]

Jeff, will you please do a review of the Japanese blue and white steel.

[@BenTheDream1018]

Awesome video Jeff I love the Copperlock I need to get one some time. I love the one with the white and blue jigged bone it's beautiful.

[@DenisHauser]

Very nice folder collection!

[@goudaboy0017]

Hey, great video! I was wondering if you could do the toothpicks next? Or the trapper?

[@stevereist1509]

Old school knives are the best to me.

[@jimmyggh1]

Don't these also have options of CV and SS blade steel on some models?

[@southerncountryboy8]

I love the old style pocket knives. In todays knife community the tend to get bashed or ignored because of no jimping, non-locking blades, and standard steels. Yet for our gradfathers and generations before, they were perfectly acceptable. They also develop character over time, unlike a "tacticool" knife that has little personality. I think people should give these knives a chance. Also for anyone who's interested, check out Great Eastern Cutlery. They make outstanding old-fashioned knives.

[@CoalKeepsTheLighsOn]

Yellow CV Trapperlock: Best Case knife there is

[@cutlerylover]

yeah its true, if done right theres no problems...

[@knifeman1122]

What steel does case knifes use?

[@lumpofbubbles8042]

can you make a video explaining different knife terms that you use? I can learn some of them but not all

[@FTA4evr]

Case tumble their blades in a medium of ground cobs which rounds the sharp edges, including the point. The rounded point is a negative in Case knives.

[@kenny9823]

they are beautiful knives i wish you could grt them here (across the pond) all the best kenny

[@joedavenport9739]

ABSOLUTE CLASSIC KNIVES. I HAVE THREE, ALL CLASSIC TEXAS TOOTHPICKS

[@cutlerylover]

all these were already sold

[@pinkpearl8130]

Who bought these? Were they up for sale? I missed something. Someone fill me in please!

[@glockfan112]

You should review the cold steel mackinac hunter modern strength with old time looks

[@nicholasramirez2541]

love this video jeff! keep these history and purpose of style videos coming :D

[@lyleinmb]

Thanks. Still no Gus?

[@caydpoe98]

CUTLERYLOVER'S TAGS FOR THIS VIDEO: cutlerylover, really, does, like, anything, with, sharp, edge

[@mikekingest]

My EDC is a stiletto copy, automatic knife, i also carry 2 victorinox knives, and my spyderco in my jacket pocket

[@metisman100]

i wish i could afford it could you do a vid on affordable classic knifes such as the bucks and what not

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

Nice informative video!!

[@p2o8wer]

Can I have buy the top one from u??

[@What_Fred_Said]

I wanted one of these, accidentally ordered a copperhead instead. Oh well. I now have two trappers and a copperhead. One of the copperlocks will be next.

[@zunedog31]

Dude, he just made a 10 minute video on these Case knives. He is not doing a balisong video now, you knew this was not going to be a balisong video when you clicked it. I don't think you realize how irritating it is to spend time putting a video together then someone asks where some other video is. Jeff has said specifically how annoying comments like this are. If you want to see his balisong knives go to those videos and ask if there are more coming, don't come to a Case video asking for balis.

[@thatguy-vd9yx]

love you're videos...i started watching for cigars, but also love the knife videos...i work for case so I'm partial lol

[@JOMO_EDC]

I’ve said it before and I’m going to say it again I love the old videos!

[@johntheo4729]

Copperlock or mini copperlock thoughts?

[@doukdouk2550]

Mini!!!

[@KennyCnotG]

I really enjoyed this Jeff, please bring more! :)

[@twilightshooter4990]

I love my new copperlock burnt indigo knife 100% !!!

[@otacon1597]

Case Mini Trapper in yellow delrin scales & CV blades will always be king.

[@billysanchez7102]

Great video Jeff!!!!!! Keep em comin!!

[@cooper6360]

whats up with the old school resolution? lol

[@BrotherPhilo1958]

The lack of a point is due to the manufacturing process. They use a vibration deburr and polish which causes the point to become rounded. This is a fault, old knives had a sharp point because they were hand made.

[@chriszeravica8233]

You should do a traditional knife collection video.

[@MRhappytoast]

Hey Jeff, i couldn't believe it but i saw you on TV over here in England. It was the Surstromming video by the way :D

[@GarettFinney]

You should send me a few of those plane janes to work on!

[@r123brown]

Thanks for sharing

[@50TNCSA]

next on my buy list ......

[@Way2dull]

one thing I will say about traditionals is they are ground very nicely. I want a CV copper lock lol..i wish they made one in super blue. :(

[@timwhitney5288]

I carry case everyday... A stockman rides in my pocket right with my keys I use a case Hunter folder during deer season and I use a case trapper to skin out my dear that I harvest...

[@rusticbowie7636]

that's a nice collection

[@AIRFORCEFREAK1]

People are almost always accepting of a knife with wood and something that looks like a Cub scout would have.

[@jabblenragejohnson9794]

where are the balisong videos

[@marycahill546]

Thank you for sharing.

[@TheAli2635]

jeff why dont u have a unicorn?

[@2221bart]

There is no reason for a private citizen to have such a high capacity knife collection. LOL Nice collection.

[@cutlerylover]

Ive taken a few NRA courses on gun training but nothgin too intense, its more mind over matter, you cant look at a gun like its a gun becvause our whole lives where brainwashed by media and entertainment to see guns as being bad dangerous things that were scared of...Once you see a gun like everything else you will be fine, respect it because it has power, but its no different than driving a car...

[@felixelizondo8047]

I learned a lot in this vid

[@Iownavintageguitar]

Yes! Keep up the pocket knife videos!!

[@BrotherBeard75]

Love these knives....

[@ccooper8040]

Love slipping. Do more slippie videos.

[@Errosion16]

Yo Jeff, please do the trapper pattern. That'd be a cool vid.

[@SonOfAHerbert]

True. Thanks

[@twilightshooter4990]

I got a large burnt indigo copperhead coming in the mail soon !!!!

[@markjg2275]

I like this pattern but I do not care about that blunt tip , I think I would grind that down to a fine point if I bought one .