Case Trapper Knives
Shop Case trapper knives featuring classic two-blade patterns, traditional handle materials, and collectible American knife styling.
Case Trapper Knives for Collecting and Everyday Carry
Case trapper knives are among the most recognized and collected pocket knife patterns in American knife making. Built around a classic two-blade design with a clip point and spey blade, the trapper pattern has been a staple of the W.R. Case and Sons catalog for generations. CritPro carries Case trapper knives alongside a full selection of Case knives and traditional pocket knives.
What Makes the Trapper Pattern Special
The trapper is a longer, slimmer pocket knife than most traditional patterns. The extended handle gives more grip and control for a folding knife, and the two-blade configuration covers a wider range of cutting tasks than a single blade design. The clip point blade handles general cutting and detail work, while the spey blade was traditionally used for skinning and castrating livestock, though today it serves as a practical secondary blade for everyday tasks.
Case trappers are available in a wide range of handle materials that significantly affect collectibility and price. Synthetic handles like Delrin and laminated wood are the most durable and affordable options. Natural handle materials including jigged bone, stag, mother of pearl, and exotic woods are more collectible and command higher prices. Case also releases limited edition and seasonal trappers with unique handle treatments that are popular with serious collectors.
Choosing a Case Trapper
If you are buying your first Case trapper, a jigged bone handle in a classic color like amber, red, or green is the most traditional starting point and holds its value well in collections. If you carry daily, a synthetic handle like black Delrin or laminated wood is more resistant to moisture and daily wear than natural materials. For gifting or display, a stag or pearl handle trapper makes a more impressive presentation piece.
Pair your Case trapper with our sharpeners to maintain the edge, and browse our carry and storage accessories to keep it protected between uses.
Browse the full Case trapper knives selection at CritPro, or explore all Case knives and traditional pocket knives to find the right pattern for your carry or collection.