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    • HighBanks

    Case HighBanks: Modern Slipjoint EDC Knives

    The HighBanks is part of Case's Bridgeline series, built to pair a traditional slipjoint mechanism with modern materials. A CPM 20CV Wharncliffe blade opens on a nail nick with a half-stop along the way, backed by lightweight aluminum frames and bolsters instead of the brass and nickel silver found on Case's classic patterns.

    Handles come in Black Burlap Micarta, OD Green Micarta, Dark Red Burlap Micarta, and Rosewood, including early First Production Run releases prized by collectors. Every HighBanks carries a deep-carry steel pocket clip, a feature you won't find on a bone-handle Case slipjoint like the Congress or Stockman.

    Prices run from $159.99 for a First Production Run OD Green Micarta up through $189.99 for the original Dark Red Burlap Micarta release, so there's a HighBanks here for everyday carry or a collector's shelf.

    CPM 20CV vs. Tru-Sharp stainlessCase's classic bone-handle slipjoints use Tru-Sharp stainless steel, easy to maintain and simple to sharpen. The HighBanks steps up to CPM 20CV, a premium powder steel that holds an edge far longer between sharpenings while still resisting corrosion.

    Call 888-225-9775 — our team can help you pick the right HighBanks handle for your carry.

    Authorized Case Knives DealerFull manufacturer warranty on every knife we carry.
    Micarta & Rosewood HandlesAluminum frames and bolsters on every model.
    CPM 20CV Wharncliffe BladeHalf-stop slipjoint with a deep-carry pocket clip.
    Same or Next Business Day ShippingShips from Columbia, Louisiana. Questions? Call 888-225-9775.
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    The Case HighBanks Buyer's Guide (2026)

    How to choose a handle material and understand what sets the HighBanks apart from Case's classic slipjoints.

    What Makes the HighBanks Different+

    The HighBanks belongs to Case's Bridgeline series, designed to bring traditional slipjoint styling into a modern EDC knife. It keeps the nail-nick opening and half-stop of a classic slipjoint, but builds it around lightweight aluminum frames and bolsters instead of brass or nickel silver, and adds a deep-carry pocket clip you won't find on Case's bone-handle patterns.

    It's a knife for someone who likes the feel of a traditional slipjoint but wants premium modern materials and pocket-clip carry in the same package.

    What Is a Half-Stop?+

    A half-stop is a detent partway through a slipjoint's opening arc that lets the blade pause at roughly the halfway point before you swing it the rest of the way open. It gives a distinct, tactile click and is a hallmark of a well-made traditional slipjoint.

    TipFeeling for a clean half-stop is one way collectors judge the fit and finish of a slipjoint knife.
    The Wharncliffe Blade Shape+

    A Wharncliffe blade has a straight edge and a spine that curves steadily down to meet the point, with little to no belly. That geometry puts the point in line with the handle for controlled, precise cuts, making it a popular choice for detail work and everyday tasks like opening mail or breaking down boxes.

    Handle Materials Compared+
    MaterialCharacterFound On
    Burlap MicartaTextured composite, secure gripBlack Burlap Micarta, Dark Red Burlap Micarta
    Smooth MicartaComposite with a smoother finishOD Green Micarta
    RosewoodNatural wood grain, deepens with handlingRosewood
    CPM 20CV vs. Tru-Sharp Stainless+

    Case's classic bone-handle slipjoints, like the Congress or Stockman, use Tru-Sharp stainless steel: easy to maintain and simple to touch up on a stone. The HighBanks instead uses CPM 20CV, a premium powder-metallurgy steel that holds a working edge much longer between sharpenings while still resisting corrosion well.

    First Production Run Releases+

    A few HighBanks models are marked First Production Run, identifying them as part of the earliest manufacturing batch of that handle color. Collectors often seek these out specifically for that early-release distinction.

    HighBanks Quick Reference+
    I need…Best ChoicePrice
    Most affordable HighBanksFirst Production Run OD Green Micarta$159.99
    Early-release collector's pieceFirst Production Run Black Micarta$166.99
    Natural wood handleRosewood$164.99
    Textured everyday gripBlack Burlap Micarta$164.99
    Muted outdoor colorOD Green Micarta$164.99
    Original first-release colorwayDark Red Burlap Micarta$189.99

    Case HighBanks: Frequently Asked Questions

    Answers from Knifeworks' team on choosing a Case HighBanks handle.

    What is the HighBanks' half-stop?+

    A half-stop is a detent partway through the blade's opening arc that lets it pause at roughly the halfway point with a distinct click before you swing it the rest of the way open, a hallmark of a well-made slipjoint.

    What blade shape does the HighBanks use?+

    The HighBanks uses a Wharncliffe blade: a straight edge with a spine that curves steadily down to the point, giving controlled, precise cuts with little to no belly.

    What blade steel does the HighBanks use?+

    Every HighBanks uses CPM 20CV, a premium powder-metallurgy steel that holds an edge far longer between sharpenings than Case's standard Tru-Sharp stainless, while still resisting corrosion well.

    Does the HighBanks have a pocket clip?+

    Yes. Every HighBanks includes a deep-carry steel pocket clip, a feature not found on Case's classic bone-handle slipjoint patterns.

    What's the difference between the HighBanks and a classic Case slipjoint like the Congress or Stockman?+

    Both use a slipjoint mechanism, but the HighBanks swaps the classic bone handle and Tru-Sharp stainless blade for aluminum frames, Micarta or Rosewood handles, a premium CPM 20CV blade, and a deep-carry pocket clip.

    What is a First Production Run HighBanks?+

    It identifies a knife from the earliest manufacturing batch of that handle color, a distinction collectors often look for specifically.

    Will a Rosewood or Micarta handle change over time?+

    Rosewood can deepen in color slightly with handling and age. Micarta is a stable composite and keeps its original look and texture indefinitely.

    Are Case HighBanks knives made in the USA?+

    Yes. Case knives, including the Bridgeline HighBanks, are made at Case's factory in Bradford, Pennsylvania.

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    Every knife here ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana, backed by full manufacturer warranty support. Call 888-225-9775 — our team can help you pick the right handle for your carry.

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