This Case XX Mini Trapper is a real Turd! Case Quality issues.

[@ebertcombs6610]

Thanks for the video, still a pretty case. I wouldn’t mind seeing whatever you want to show. I just like to watch the videos winding down from work. Have a good one.

[@Charlesfg1006]

Ooh, I love Opinel knives. Used to carry one regularly. They’re such a simple design, but perfectly functional. Hardly ever see one in the wild though. Thanks for sharing their existence :)

[@JohnKlahr]

Thanks for checking out the video

[@stockingsstuffer6302]

Oh man, I've been subbed for less than a week and you've already saved my tail. No shit I was thinking heavy on getting a new friction lock and that jigged peach seed mini damn near bit me with the Case bug, I'll hold out for a bit then. I have a buck 117 in the mail anyways

[@JohnKlahr]

Oh the 117 is great, look for my video on it, was looking at buck fixed blades again today,

[@stockingsstuffer6302]

@@JohnKlahr fella you wouldnt believe it, but that buck video is what got me on your channel in the first place. Lost my daily driver knife of about five and a half years a week or so back (Kershaw Lucha) and I decided I wanted a fixed blade cuz I've never carried one. Did some research, saw buck had a four and half inch blade, lookin for some reviews led me here. Thanks again pal, and enjoy your night

[@DonnieDailey]

Love that Case Pen knife!. I had a bad Case Knife recently from SMKW, It was a Stockman with blades that wouldn't close properly. No tension at all on the Spey blade. I don't know how they could've sent that knife out from the factory. Many of the newer jigged knives have dented bolster ends. I'd love to see any Case knife reviews but especially smaller patterns.

[@StanleySorenson-o6z]

The west line is a old oil community near Bradford that was known for a great bar when I was there.

[@seanrobinson6407]

I feel they are milking the legacy of their name and destroying it at the same time. They really need to work on quality control. Shame. But in other news, the rough ryder small stockman with bone scales I'm carrying right now is awesome and it was 15 bucks. And my pre 2000 Case knives are great, as is my Buck collection. And Moras never disappoint. Victorinox has always had it dialed in. Benchmades are great. Spiderco knives are fantastic...

[@terrillschneider3778]

I prefer to buy any knife in person However many of the Case Dealers I do order from will either inspect them before sending them or will exchange them if they turn out like that one

[@cdn2862]

I always request SH to check for gaps and blade centering.

[@steveg.1502]

That's unfortunate. I've been lucky so far with Case, but I know eventually I'm gonna get a sewer pickle. Have you checked out Otter Messer? They make some good stuff. Being sick sucks, hope you feel better.👍

[@JohnKlahr]

I will check them out, thanks for the tip

[@Woodstock271]

Yeah, I’m not surprised the new case is underwhelming. I bought a new Old Timer just for nostalgia sake and it looked like it was built by a drunk kid. Dull as hell and the scales are so much higher than the bolsters, it’s now the crappiest knife I own. Even worse than my old Pakistani Buck copy.

[@JohnKlahr]

Pakistani?

[@Woodstock271]

@@JohnKlahr , Yep. That goes back to when I was a kid. Pakistan used to make copies of the Buck 110. Me and all my friends had one. No model number on it, it just says “Stainless Pakistan” on the blade. It actually gets really sharp but the fit and finish is shoddy. We used to oil the pivot with cutting oil and work the blade until it was so loose you could flip it open like a switchblade. I’m surprised you never heard about these. They were a really popular cheap knife around Chicago.

[@oxyfee6486]

Subscribed! I enjoyed the video.👍

[@JohnKlahr]

Thanks, not at my best there for sure

[@oxyfee6486]

@@JohnKlahr I’m Canadian, a Case here runs 150 bucks with tax. For that price they should be damn near perfect. I can see why you’re upset. See ya on the next one.👍🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@beeferbaron]

I hate that when knives don’t come sharp

[@davidcooper6704]

Buy a Rough Rider......never had a bad one. However, not quite the same feel as a Case. Thats why many folk are prepared to put up with Case made in the good old USA. You pays your money and takes your choice......or with Case knives, you take your choice and a gamble.

[@Orlosthedruid]

CASE vs Rough Ryder. I will take my Rough Ryder Classic Carbon Trappers at $10 each over the CRAP that Case is turning out since reopening after COVID. Say whatever, talk till you are blue in the face. A $10 Rough Ryder will out cut most new Case knives all day long. And the finish work on the knives is WAY better. T10 (1095) vs Case's whatever.....Ill take that $10 T-10 every single day. Its a tool, its a knife, it isnt a ROLEX. I need it to cut and pierce, I dont need Gucci for that. My manhood is secure without having to beat my chest over how much I spend on a knife.

[@JohnKlahr]

We did a review on Ruff Ryder here recently, check it out

[@inmyopinion_3672]

I've got Case knives from the 70's and up. Even the 70's knives aren't GEC quality on the finish. They're better than the modern models, but Case has never really made GEC quality knives and the prices reflect that. With GEC and now China pumping out very high quality knives, Case does need to step it up.

[@JohnKlahr]

@@inmyopinion_3672 I agree, or offer a higher grade knife with a price tag for xtra detail

[@jwgbmp40]

ya know... I bought a mini copper lock in the same finish with same cs blades in June of 23 when it was made. within two weeks in my pocket the blades literally rusted and the bolsters turned purple. never seen anything like it in my life. its a junk garage knife now. I own a lot of case knives back to the 40's. I wont buy anymore cs blades case knives.

[@JohnKlahr]

Would love to see it, it possibly could have won last months photo contest…

[@5to522]

Have you ever bought a Case that cuts paper out of the box??

[@JohnKlahr]

@@5to522 yes, I have. The larger blades seem to do better than the smaller ones.

[@Heavydutyrocknroll]

I had the case mahogany bone full size trapper that was horrible. It had gaps in the back springs a lazy pull blade centering was bad on both blades, grind was bad on the clip bade but the ultimate sin was it had blade wrap. I had to send it back and just get my money back on it.

[@JohnKlahr]

That is what I’ll be doing

[@Heavydutyrocknroll]

@@JohnKlahr it's unfortunate that you can't buy a case xx knife without handling it first. Now if there is a knife I see online and I'm interested in it I contact the seller and tell them what I'm looking for in a knife and ask them if they have one that fits any of my criteria. I'm glad I started doing this because it kept me from buying another turd.

[@JackCrager]

just received a new from case copperlock sending it back for exchange,one handle has gaps and just poor fitment

[@JohnKlahr]

Sorry to hear that, hopefully they will get you a good one

[@JackCrager]

I sent pics to case to see if they will exchange it I really like the copper lock but for what they charge for it should not have gaps in the handle just poor quality

[@jimmystewart8505]

Benchmade case Spyderco

[@JohnKlahr]

More Benchmade huh? I keep looking for something cool

[@toddkennedy5714]

I still buy and collect case knives. But I’ve gotten to the point that I only buy pre 2020 knives. Thanks for posting!

[@dj_spade]

I sure Hate the fact that Case stopped stamping the blades and started with the etching, kinda takes away from an American Classic Knife Co. just my opinion.

[@JohnKlahr]

I didn’t know that

[@craycrayray2432]

I agree! Cheesy laser etched tang.

[@ghostrider-813]

I just bought t new yellow bone first production run mini-trapper with the wharncliff blade.major gaps, and the wharncliffe blade had a pretty bad wobble to it. I sent it back and the seller told me that all the other ones had gaps just as bad. I told them as long as the lockup is tight I'd take it. I don't know if they sent me a different knife or just tightened up the original and sent it back to me. I ju hope for the best with Case. If I don't order on line then I wouldn't be able to buy. They just don't have much of a local presence. I like a lot of their offerings but that mini-trapper wasn't the only Case disappointment I can't say if I'll continue buying Case. I'd like to support American but it seems like they just aren't worth it. Unfortunately they just don't have any competition in their market outside of Bear & Sons, and I wouldn't consider them much of a competitor due to their limited lineup.

[@JohnKlahr]

I want them to succeed but will be hesitant to keep ordering online Good luck to you

[@jasonbeecher509]

I just ordered 3 soddy Jr's and a full size sod buster. All 4 are perfect directly from case. I'm sorry you didn't get the same results as I did. I would try case directly or deep south cutlery. Have a wonderful evening brother

[@mikeadams2538]

I’m more of a Buck guy than Case. However, I decided to broaden my horizons in my knife collection and add some Case knives, so I started buying some new ones. Fully 90% of them have had some sort of problem, most especially the expensive “Highbanks” model.😡 I know how you feel, John….

[@deltacharlie414]

I quit buying Case knives for that very reason. They aren't worth the money you pay. I don't understand The guy's that drool all over them and pay the stupid high prices.

[@lukedawg357SIG]

I bought 3 Case knives from Shepherd Hills they had the mahogany bone on sale the med stockman I had to bend the blade so it would close the trapper works but can move a little when opened the orange trapper is ok no problems just a shame I think the 70's Case knives were the best.

[@JohnKlahr]

Sheppard Hills usually gives me good knives , I forgot to ask for inspection this time Thanks for viewing

[@josephmarchitelli8138]

Sorry to see yet another Case knife with quality control problems. It even appears that after making a less than high-quality piece they tried to doctor it up in hopes the buyer wouldn't notice. Personally I don't buy any new Case knives on line do to their hit and miss quality. If they want to charge premium prices they need to address this continuous trend.

[@JohnKlahr]

Yes someone tried to fix it at the buffing station, should have went in the defect pile, the bone on the one side was not big enough ( thick enough) for the knife Hey , you do know that you won the Knife yesterday, right?

[@calebsmith7907]

It is pretty. But it seems case just isn’t up to par. How about bear and sons knives. Haven’t seen anything on them. Just curious about the quality.

[@JohnKlahr]

I need to check them out, problem is one knife by them will be $10 and the next $110 so I have not figured out the deal with that yet

[@kenwilliams2219]

I will only buy case knives when I can hold them and inspect, never send away for one. Way too many problems and lack of quality control.

[@JohnKlahr]

Sometimes the patterns we want are not available locally Thanks for checking out the video

[@kenwilliams2219]

Yes, that's the problem here also. Not always what you want at the store. Nice review and video, thanks for sharing. ​@@JohnKlahr

[@johnshifflett1722]

They all can’t be winners I guess. Hope you feel better soon. What is it with that Kershaw? Doesn’t anyone want it, it’s a good looking knife

[@JohnKlahr]

Sometimes they enter and don’t subscribe, they don’t know that they won

[@WoodsmanHobo777]

I've heard Case quality has decreased over the last few years. That bone is beautiful though. To me that knife passes. I've seen a lot of videos lately of Case knives that have been bad. Absolutely love that knife. Another great video

[@JohnKlahr]

The worst part was feeling all the sharp edges when in the hand, a knife should be smooth or it will make holes in your pockets, Thanks again for viewing

[@WoodsmanHobo777]

​@@JohnKlahr I agree. Case knives should be perfect especially since how much they cost. Love your content.

[@WoodsmanHobo777]

​@@JohnKlahrI have a new in box never used or carried Ontario Rat 1 D2 I'd trade you for that Case if you're interested.

[@billyj.williams2341]

Occasionally QC slips.... I do like the colors and blade profile with that sweet upsweep..... Sucks about the fit up and edge.... I was recently disappointed with a SMKW exclusive Buck 110 in S45VN with the burlap micarta handles.... the edge grind is atrocious, blade off center.... I would send back but I really like the materials and they sold out immediately. Its either keep it, fix what I can and live with the rest or send it back and do without. At least with Case you have a good chance to get a better one on replacement.

[@JohnKlahr]

I sent back my Buck Stealth Run 119 and had it back in 8 days

[@mikeadams2538]

I’m a bit late to the party in viewing this video and responding, but wanted to say that I got that same Buck knife from SMKW. Mine was excellent in all respects. Too bad you got a dud - normally most new Bucks I buy are really good. Can’t say the same for the new Case knives……

[@tedhart7708]

I just received a shipment from Shep Hills this past Saturday, the 20th. Got the full size trapper and the stockman in mahogany peach seed. I was disappointed in the build and finish on my trapper big time. I was considering doing a rant video about it. 2nd disappointment out of the past 3 Case purchases. Already did one on the first one. After seeing yours I think I'll go ahead and do one on this latest purchase. Case is really dropping the ball!!

[@JohnKlahr]

Let us all know

[@gvanderweele2334]

Frustrating when you receive second or lesser quality items. You handled it perfectly and keep us updated on Shepard Hills response. I have had good responses with previous dealings but never to return a knife. For future reviews, I find it interesting the SMKW is finding USA knife makers to produce slip joints under the QUEEN banner that they own instead of continuing with off shore courses.

[@JohnKlahr]

They sent me a return label and stated that they would inspect the replacement before shipping

[@Charles-it9ke]

Hello John, enjoyed this video. I really hate when the fit and finish is not good on a new knife!! I'm a new subscriber and I'll be watching more of your videos. Thanks.

[@JohnKlahr]

Thanks for joining us, check out the knife giveaways we have almost weekly. Look for the video ‘beater knife photo contest” to see the current one.

[@sixteenstone007]

Can you do a detailed video on how you sharpen your knives? Like your preferred technique and what stones you use. Thanks love your channel!

[@JohnKlahr]

I do have some videos if you look under playlists and then knife sharpening, but yes , I will do another one for you

[@sixteenstone007]

@JohnKlahr oh wow, thank you!

[@Initiallyleo]

I don’t currently own a Case. I may want to hold off for a bit. I appreciate the honest review!

[@JohnKlahr]

Best to buy them in person, unbox and inspect Thanks for viewing

[@JHR1936]

Like you I love the Case brand, but for the price, they need to take more time on QC. Dadgum, when Rough Rider for under 20bucks is kicking butt on the #1 US pocket knife, come on CASE. Pay attention to your customers!