Case XX P62-4 1/2" Boot Knife

Un-sharpened, beautiful condition!

Sheath is in Good condition, thumb snap has been replaced. 

The Case XX P62 (often stylized as P62-4 1/2 SS) is a vintage fixed-blade boot knife produced by W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company, a renowned American knife maker based in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Marketed as an "1880s-style boot hunter" or "riverboat gambler's dagger," it draws inspiration from historical 19th-century designs, featuring a double-edged dagger blade suitable for concealment in a boot or as a utility/hunting tool. This model was manufactured primarily in the 1980s (with examples dated from 1981 to 1990) and is no longer in current production, making it a sought-after collectible among knife enthusiasts. Interestingly, some units were subcontracted to Ontario Knife Company, a common practice for Case's fixed-blade lines at the time.

Key Specifications

Overall Length: 8 1/2 inches

Blade Length: 4 1/2 inches (double-edged, with a pronounced median ridge for strength and piercing capability)

Blade Material: Stainless steel (SS marking indicates Tru-Sharp surgical steel, known for corrosion resistance and edge retention)

Handle Material: Typically hardwood (e.g., Pakkawood) or occasionally rubberized grips in variants; scales are ergonomic and crack-resistant

Tang Stamps: "CASE XX TESTED, STAINLESS" or similar, with date codes (e.g., 10 dots for 1980, 9 dots for 1981)

Weight: Approximately 4-5 ounces (lightweight for boot carry)

Sheath: Genuine leather with basket-weave stamping, featuring a boot/belt clip and quick-release thumb tab for easy draw

Special editions sometimes included a colorful red garter belt for thematic "Victorian-era" display, adding to its collectible charm.

History and Production

Introduced in the early 1980s, the P62 was part of Case's fixed-blade hunting and utility series, emphasizing American craftsmanship with a nod to frontier aesthetics. Production ran through the late 1980s, with new-in-box (NIB) examples from 1984–1990 being particularly pristine. By the 1990s, Case shifted focus to folding knives, phasing out models like this. Today, it's celebrated in knife communities (e.g., Reddit's r/knives) for its elegant grind, razor-sharp factory edge, and historical vibe—often described as "one of the most elegant Case factory production knives ever made."