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For the last few years I have gotten and written articles on the Case Vault Release pattern. In 2019 it was the Barlow, which spurred my interest in the Vault Release program. The pattern for 2020 was the Pocket Hunter which fit into the “mini knives” category I enjoy. Normally Case announces the upcoming pattern …
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There has been a Great Eastern Cutlery knife that I’ve always wished I could get, but never thought I would. It was a particular #23 Pioneer Trapper from the first run of knives GEC made in 2006 with smooth white bone covers laser etched with “GEC” and oak leaves (the oak leaves to match the …
Case has been the preeminent producer of traditional pocket knives since the turn of the 20th century, and that means they have built knives on countless patterns. Some of these patterns are made continuously as perennial standbys for the company, like the Peanut and Trapper, but others only appear on certain occasions. Case’s “Out of …
Case is probably the best known name in traditional pocket knives, and for good reason; they’ve been making quality knives right here in Pennsylvania for over 100 years. In that time they’ve made countless patterns of knives from large to small, jacks and pen styles, and everything in between. Every year for the past few, …
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If you’ve been following Knife Thoughts, you know I’m a fan of Jack Wolf Knives. I’ve been extremely fortunate to get to check out a knife from every run they’ve done. The quality, design, consistency, and style has blown me away and they’re really in their own category in the market. That said, I’m definitely …
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The Rider by CC is the latest in a string of incredible Special Factory Orders for Charlie Campagna by Great Eastern Cutlery, and a classic Harness Jack. Who is Charlie Campagna? Charlie Campagna is a knife collector whose passion has helped spur the re-popularization of traditional knives. His special factory orders have contributed greatly to …
Some knives boast innovations that add to the practicality, others showcase special features that add to the aesthetic, and then there’s the Imperial Trick Knife. The Trick Knife is a single bladed non locking folding knife that was made with a rather unique feature. Within the blade well a space was cut in the liners …
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Why should you carry a flashlight? I have always enjoyed flashlights, but over the last year or so I have really dived in and become an enthusiast. I remember stopping at the flashlight tables at the “Sports Show” (now the Great American Outdoor Show) with my dad when I was young and being awed at …
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I am excited to introduce the Barlow Bearcat Club! Clubs have always played an important role in the knife community, and one of the most curious examples is the Barlow Bearcats. This unusual club was created by Allan Trout for his “Greetings” column in the Courier-Journal of Louisville Kentucky. Starting in 1949 and going right …
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