Beau Martonik is joined by Tom Taylor and John Pantuso of Case Knives. Beau visited the Case factory in Bradford, PA to see where the iconic knives are made by the hands of American workers. They discuss 135 years of knife manufacturing, why you should always carry a pocket knife, different types of knife blade profiles and materials, field sharpening knives, go-to hunting knives, and much more!
Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:52 - Introduction at Zippo & Case Headquarters
00:02:58 - Handcrafted Variance in Case Knives
00:07:56 - John's Hunting Heritage and Career Path
00:15:13 - Modern Designs in Knife Making
00:16:21 - Tom's Outdoor Roots and Hunting Traditions
00:23:12 - Carrying a Pocket Knife
00:24:05 - Unexpected Uses of a Pocket Knife
00:25:38 - Importance of Pocket Knives
00:27:57 - Blade Types for Different Applications
00:32:11 - Traditional Knife Patterns
00:34:30 - Different Blade Shapes and Types
00:36:46 - Handle Materials and Types
00:40:32 - Blade Materials and Their Uses
00:45:09 - Sharpening in the Field
00:49:58 - Knife Versatility and Preparation
00:57:44 - Emphasis on Preparedness
01:02:14 - Case Warranty and Guarantee
01:03:56 - American-Made Quality and Lifetime Guarantee
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