Too bad about the ugly holes in the blades
Case 18 pattern Stockman in S35VNOverall, I really like this knife. F&F are excellent, the color and jigging pattern of the bone are nice, and the brushed bolsters sort of match the more brushed (almost as-ground) finish of the blades.With this knife and Trapper in the same series, Case has done something laudable IMO, i.e. provided quality traditional knives in premium steel at a street price under $100. I wonder if Case chose two of their most popular patterns as a bit of a test, to try to gauge demand. Hopefully it is successful, and they expand the line.As for the holes in the blades, while I would still prefer the more traditional nail nicks, they are pretty much a wash functionally, and not as offensive aesthetically in person as I feared.
I acquired a Buck slip joint with updated design and materials that consider a TRADITIONAL. THE Saunter 250 appears to be fashioned after the Canoe pattern. S35VN Steel, Carbon Fiber scales, torx screw assembly. A 2022 Limited release with a price to match. I like it, and it is part of my rotation. And despite the work I have put it through the blade cuts today as it did when it arrived with out any touch up effort. [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ] [ Quoting of attachment images from other messages is not allowed ] Thoughts?
I hope Case does well with those S35 trads. Be nice to see more coming out in different patterns. I'm still loving my Tony Bose Premium Stockman quite a lot so my temptations are at a all time low. We'll see how long this will last
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