The History of the Small Coke Bottle by Case

My favorite Case knife is commonly known as the Small Swell Center Jack or the Small Coke Bottle, due to its distinctive design resembling an old fashioned glass Coke bottle. Introduced in the 1940s, this knife became a popular tool among farmers, thanks to its compact size, which made it ideal to carry around daily.

About Case

Case has roots that go back almost 150 years, truly standing the test of time. With a humble start selling hand-made cutlery out of a wagon in New York, the Case brothers knives are still a household name for many to this day. Case is currently owned by Zippo and remains true to their roots with very few alterations to their original knife designs and materials. This is a pretty big reason a lot of people love Case, the quality you get for the price is incredible and they really do stand the test of time, you can find knives from Case from the early 1900s on websites like eBay pretty easily.

The Coke Bottle’s Features

The Small Swell Center Jack features two blade types that were commonly utilized during that era and remain relevant today. It includes a clip point blade and a small pen blade, both crafted from Case stainless steel. This dual-blade design was particularly advantageous for farmers and factory workers, as it allowed them to switch to a secondary blade if one became dull on the job, ensuring a reliable pocket knife for their work. When the Small Swell Center Jack was launched, it was available in several handle materials, including a red bone, green bone, yellow synthetic, and rough black. Personally, I prefer the green bone handle. This material, introduced as a new style with an innovative dye, has become a favorite of mine due to its unique pattern and historical significance. The green bone handles are highly sought after by collectors within the knife community. Finding a 1940s version of the Coke Bottle in mint condition is akin to discovering a holy grail, as these pieces are quite rare. While we at CEBLADES may not have any of these from the 1900s we certainly have a large collection of Case knives to choose from, click here

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