Restoring a Vintage 1965-1970 Case XX Stockman Knife: Adding Custom G10 Handles and a Case Shield

In this captivating video, witness the impressive restoration of a vintage 1965-1970 Case XX Stockman Knife as we bring it back to its former glory! This fascinating endeavor entails revitalizing a flea market find that lacked any handles. Join us on this journey of transformation as we demonstrate the step-by-step process of meticulously adding sleek G10 material to create beautiful and functional custom handles.
Throughout the video, you'll gain valuable insights and expert tips on knife restoration techniques, handle customization, and the versatility of G10 materials. Discover how this affordable $2.50 purchase becomes a true gem in our collection through the skillful craft of handle reconstruction.
Restoration enthusiasts, knife lovers, and DIY enthusiasts alike will be enthralled by the attention to detail poured into revitalizing this piece of history. Our dedication to preserving the authenticity of the vintage Case XX Stockman Knife while enhancing its overall functionality with modern elements exemplifies the passion we have for our craft.
So, get ready to be inspired as we breathe new life into this classic knife! Don't miss this captivating restoration journey that showcases the artistry involved in adding custom G10 handles to a vintage 1965-1970 Case XX Stockman Knife. Get your popcorn ready and enjoy the process as we bring history back to life, one handle at a time.
Subscribe now for more exciting restoration projects, informative tutorials, and a world of creativity. Stay tuned for future episodes as we continue to merge history with ingenuity in our relentless pursuit of giving new purpose to old treasures!

[@stevemendez3535]

Even though I am totally blind. I enjoy listening to your videos, and by all the comments in the comment section it sounds like it came out amazing. Keep up the great work.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@stevemendez3535]

@@decal1751 I don’t read them. There’s a feature called accessibility when activated it dictates it to me.

[@timsartain4719]

Kevin, you got me collecting and cleaning old knives. I don't have your skill and I only use hand tools and elbow grease. I've picked up 3 stockman, a sodbuster and a slimline trapper. Gifted one to a friend and kept the rest. The real fun is in the hunt.

[@theknifedoctor]

Awesome man! That’s how I started out. My tools though are not very expensive. The sander and 3” bench grinder both for $100 at Harbor Freight.

[@randyblackburn9765]

Good save on that great old stockman , knife was made when I was a teenager back when we school boys would loan them to our teachers and they’d cut something during class

[@bigman4116]

I would love to get one of the old case knife you bring back to life to carry every day

[@theknifedoctor]

You can do it!! Takes some time practicing, but anyone can do it.

[@alejandrosanchez7673]

A WORK OF ART 🎨 MY FRIEND 👍

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@Woodstock271]

What a beautiful restoration! The one Case only the shield could be saved. The blades were well used and out of shape. A good thing really, someone used that knife every day, but the other Case needed new side plates and that shield. What an excellent job! Most old knives die due to age and neglect. It takes someone with vision like you, to bring them back to life. So well done.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@trynsurviven2440]

Another knife with a new life.

[@terrillschneider3778]

It’s pretty well used Very nice work

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks!

[@earlfleming7635]

I have the same knife you used for parts shield. Case 344 on blade. Older alittle rusty, given by wife of her past husband. Need to clean up. Brother Marine. 1973-77 Enjoy your videos .

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks for watching! Semper Fi!

[@Mikes_Life]

Turned out awesome !

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@richterknives]

This is the most interesting video I’ve seen in some time. NICE

[@lannylancaster62]

Very nice restoration. The shield seemed ambitious, but you made it look easy. A lot of great information. Thanks.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimmystewart8505]

I like all your videos I get old knives and try to clean them up...

[@carlangstrom3025]

Great looking knife with plenty of life in it.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks!! I plan on carrying it for a little while before putting it up in my collection. 😊

[@tango-bravo]

I like the color on that G10. The 18 pattern stockman is a good all around knife.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks for watching! I like the stockman as well. I bought that knife at Smiley’s flea market in Macon, GA for $2.50. 😊

[@tango-bravo]

@@theknifedoctor well even without handles or a shield I would say it was worth ten times what you paid 💰 You got a good deal and if I was there, I would have happily paid $2.50 for that knife all day long!

[@seanrobinson6407]

Beautiful work.

[@carlgrater4853]

Good job that one turned out awesome time for some pocket time

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@Terrysknivesandmanstuff]

Wow Kevin, you have done a amazing job on this knife!!! I am really enjoying your channel and content!!! Thanks for sharing 👍 and have a great day 😀

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!! Shoot me an email. [e-mail]

[@larrywillis9589]

Pretty good work for a old jar head ha I was Army

[@jimmystewart8505]

I thought I was crazy for buying both knives

[@lowrangeoverland9013]

Another fine job an another blade saved ❗🔥❤️🔪🏆💯🇺🇲

[@BennyBraves]

Great video sir awesome knife

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks!!

[@ToolsandTime]

Nice work, you sure brought back that cool knife!

[@theknifedoctor]

Thanks!! I love Case XX.

[@jimcooney552]

Nice trick with blue tape. Black marker or dykum on the tape would help highlight the hole marking. You could also make a template out of cardboard. That would take the pin depressions very easily. Love your content. My collection is mainly new locking knives, but I'm inspired to look for old knives now.

[@KnifeKrazy.]

Great job

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!!

[@joeisabella6811]

Really liking your content!!!💜🤙

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you! Thanks for the support!!

[@mikecurtis2585]

Nice work! Good rehandle job! Well done!

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you very much!

[@terrell48]

A twisty like we get with trash bags or in produce section of groceries would hold that shield in place to dry

[@dmining65]

I have that exact Red bone with a broken grip I need fixed! It also has a broken tip!

[@dmining65]

That exact side is what I’m looking for!

[@dmining65]

I just finished watching….. it snapped 😢

[@theknifedoctor]

LOL!! I don’t work on other peoples knives. I don’t want to be responsible for shipping and repairs don’t always go as planned especially with bone handles. They are very easy and I mean extremely easy to break. Thanks for asking though and thanks for watching!!

[@BFVgnr]

That's a great looking restoration of a classic Case.

[@theknifedoctor]

Thank you!

[@hoehlentroll69]

I cannot believe you mad all that effort and left those huhe gaps between scales and the rest of the knife.

[@theknifedoctor]

its not easy, but it sure is fun. It will work for me. The knife has new life. Thanks for the support.

[@hoehlentroll69]

@@theknifedoctor it‘s fantastic, just cannot realise that you didn’t spend 5 minutes to wood glue some micarta to the too short scales. I do that all the time when the scales won‘t fit.

[@grknives]

Great job I really like it I was sent by Terrys knives and man stuff just subscribed!

[@theknifedoctor]

Awesome!!! Thank you for the support! I like his channel also!!

[@knivesiguess]

Don't know if you already knew this, but if you have a dirty/rusty pivot on something you can't take apart you can use a thin oil like Hoppe's No. 9 and lubricate it, then open and close it over and over until the oil coming out of the joint is clean. Great but time consuming way to clean those out.

[@gregwright392]

Just curious. If you restore those types brand of knives, would it not be benificial to make some scale/handle templates for ease of reproduction?

[@theknifedoctor]

It would if I was able to do that. I may never run across another like that though. It’s the hunt and challenge I love. Every knife in need of repair is different. Thanks for the support and suggestion!

[@larrywillis9589]

Put a little paint on the pins then drill the holes

[@georgemurphy8338]

I have a small case stockman that's about 15 years old and it has lost its snap how would a person fix that?

[@theknifedoctor]

It’s either the back of the blade or the spring or maybe both have wear on them. I would suggest send it to case. They’ll most likely repair it for free. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas!

[@MegaBait1616]

Just had to sub ya.... didn't know ya can fix one... be well.

[@thomastommy1192]

What kind of glue did you use?

[@user-kg3bo3gb2q]

[@dj_spade]

Do you do this as a business, or just as a hobby?

[@theknifedoctor]

Hobby. Thanks for watching!!

[@thomastommy1192]

Can't you send that case knife back to the factory and have them put new blades on it? I'm pretty sure you can.

[@ralphdavis1624]

I liked everything but shield.should have went flush with it

[@theknifedoctor]

I could have went a little deeper, but it was very hard to line up those 5 pins. I was afraid to mess up the scale and have to start all over again. That was my 3rd set.