The Case XX 42325 Indian Paint Brush Muskrat delivers traditional American craftsmanship with distinctive natural handle scales and proven blade geometry. This classic folding knife combines heritage manufacturing techniques with materials selected for decades of reliable service.
What Makes This Different
The Indian Paint Brush handle material showcases unique color variations and grain patterns that make each knife individually distinctive. Case XX's heat treatment process creates blades that hold a keen edge while maintaining the flexibility needed for detailed work. The muskrat pattern features two blades optimized for different cutting tasks, eliminating the need to carry multiple tools.
Key Features
- Genuine Indian Paint Brush handle scales with natural color variation
- Tru-Sharp surgical steel blades with Case's proprietary heat treatment
- Classic muskrat pattern with clip point and spey blades
- Nickel silver bolsters and pins resist corrosion
- Hand-assembled construction with quality control testing
- Compact 3.625-inch closed length fits standard pockets
- Made in Bradford, Pennsylvania since 1889
Field performance centers on blade retention and handle security during extended use. The clip point blade handles precision cutting tasks while the spey blade excels at scraping and detailed work. Both blades lock securely in the open position and close smoothly without binding. The natural handle material provides secure grip even when wet, making this suitable for outdoor work, camping, and everyday carry applications.
Technical Specs
- Overall length: 6.5 inches open, 3.625 inches closed
- Blade steel: Tru-Sharp stainless steel
- Handle material: Indian Paint Brush with nickel silver bolsters
- Pattern: Traditional muskrat with two blades
- Weight: Approximately 3.2 ounces
- Country of origin: United States
- Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
Case XX's reputation stems from consistent quality control and materials sourcing that maintains performance standards across production runs. The Indian Paint Brush handle material ages naturally with use while the stainless steel blades resist staining and require minimal maintenance.