They use a wide variety of handle material including cattle bone, buffalo horn, mother-of-pearl and even precious stones. The bone used by Case originates from Brazilian Zebu cattle which is far more dense than other types of cattle.

What Are Case pocket knives made of?

Case Tru-Sharp Surgical Stainless Steel is a high-carbon steel. It offers excellent blade strength and corrosion resistance.

What kind of steel is in case knives?

You cant hone a good blade from bad steel. Thats why Case uses only premium-quality steels, specially ordered and tested to fit our demanding specifications. These include Chrome Vanadium, Case Tru-Sharp™ Stainless Steel, Damascus, ATS-34, 154-CM, and 80CrV2.

Are Case Knives good knives?

The backsprings have closed up, the blades tightened, and the grinds corrected. They are not perfect, but they are about as good as they have ever been for Case. Today Case Cutlery is making a very nice knife at one of the best values in the country. Blade play is minimal, but does exist in some patterns.

Is bone a good knife handle material?

Bone is most often used for the scales of pocketknives. Its popular because of its beauty as well as its ability to be dyed and jigged (carved). Its easily the most popular handle material in premium-quality traditional pocketknives and the favorite of many knife lovers (ourselves included).

Are Case Knives made in China?

The majority of our knives are made in Bradford, PA, where Case has been manufacturing cutlery for well over a century. Tec X brand knives are manufactured in China to W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery quality standards.

Which is better chrome vanadium or stainless steel?

These knives are constructed with our Chrome Vanadium (CV) steel which is known for their edge-holding ability and easy re-sharpening. However, they are less resistant to rusting, pitting and discoloration than stainless steel.

Do Case knives go up in value?

While I always try not to over-pay for any knife, it seems that my Case Knives have increased in value more so than the other knives I collect. Im not planning to get rich when I sell my collection one day, but its good to know theyve held up as an investment while Ive enjoyed them.

Which is better G10 or Micarta?

Is G10 Better Than Micarta? Since G10 is made of glass fibers while micarta is constructed with linen, paper, and/or canvas, it tends to have higher strength and durability, even though both are among the best knife handle materials available.

What kind of bone is used for knife handles?

The Bone Knife Handle These handles are generally made from animal bones such as elephant tusks, buffalo horns, deer antlers, cow bone, and more. Most handles today are made from cow bone. Regardless of the material used, bone is brittle and prone to cracking and deformation. It is also a porous material.

What is the hardest grade of steel?

As for hardness, chromium is the hardest known metal. While the hardest known mineral in the universe is diamond, the honor of the hardest metal goes to chromium. Chromium is used in the well-known alloy stainless steel to make it harder.

Is vanadium stronger than Chrome?

Chrome molybdenum, also called Cr-Mo or chromoly, is a type of steel made from combining chromium, molybdenum, iron, and carbon alloy elements. It has stronger impact resistance, strength, and toughness than chrome vanadium, so it is typically used for tools like impact sockets.