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Why do you buy that Trapper?

Ok we know the number 1 answer is Stag on anything....to the above question. But with monthly catalogs, web sites, email specials running at record clips...What in the world catches your eye? New colors, new jigging, different blade etch, unusual bolsters, anything other than stainless, good looking shield?

You are a fan of this classic two blade knife, its been around for years.... why do you buy?

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Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on January 24, 2013 at 19:33

I agree it is a great knife pattern and I think they are going to make a lot more!

Steven Matthew said:

I think a trapper is one of the best all around designed folders. The fact that each blade is a good length, as a kid who bit his finger nails, it was easier to open. (I don't bit em No more, Lol)
It's big enough for any job I have, but is comfortable to carry.
Great all around Knife, hands down.

Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on January 24, 2013 at 19:34

So you may have two trappers on you at once!?

Craig Henry said:

I buy a Trapper because I generally like them. Sometimes I'll have a standard size in my belt sheath (I always have a smaller knife in my jeans coin pocket). Why do I buy a particular Trapper? Well, like most knives, it has to talk to me. And it seems, most knives are always yammering away at me!

FeaturedPermalink Reply by Craig Henry on January 24, 2013 at 20:00

Two? No, if I carry a Trapper, it's just one.....along with guess what? LOL!

Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on January 25, 2013 at 10:11

Could it be.....I don't know...A Peanut?

Craig Henry said:

Two? No, if I carry a Trapper, it's just one.....along with guess what? LOL!

FeaturedPermalink Reply by Craig Henry on January 25, 2013 at 17:43

How did you know?

Steve Hanner said:

Could it be.....I don't know...A Peanut?

Craig Henry said:

Two? No, if I carry a Trapper, it's just one.....along with guess what? LOL!

Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on February 20, 2013 at 11:54

Well gift vouchers are a great reason to buy a Trapper particularly if you can match it up with a cousin. They both look great and quite good to know sharp as well.

(You might consider an iKC bandaid line, we all seem to need them on occasion!)

Permalink Reply by Chuck Parham on April 14, 2013 at 6:36

Permalink Reply by Chuck Parham on April 15, 2013 at 19:02

I guess the Trapper is my favorite because I put 10 years in running trap lines!!

Permalink Reply by Chuck Parham on April 15, 2013 at 19:11

I like ornate bolsters, bone or better yet stag. A nice shield. Blade etches that commemorate special things I enjoy. Stainless, carbon, Damascus, or the new ceramic on the Rough Rider are all fine as long as it's good steel.