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    • Sod Buster Jr

    Case Sod Buster Jr. Knives

    The Case Sod Buster Jr. has been in continuous production since 1937 at Case's Bradford, Pennsylvania factory, built around a single 2.8" skinner blade and a traditional nail nick opening. The Crossroads Series update keeps that same iconic profile while rebuilding it with CPM-S35VN stainless steel and premium handle materials like G-10, Richlite, and DymaLux laminate wood.

    Beyond the Crossroads XR line, the classic Sod Buster Jr. is still available in Tru-Sharp stainless, CV (Chrome Vanadium) alloy steel, and 1095 Carbon Steel, across smooth and jigged bone, synthetic, and Micarta handles, including Harley-Davidson and Stars & Stripes tribute editions. Select Crossroads XR models add a tip-up pocket clip and screwed-together construction you can disassemble and service yourself.

    It's built for everyday carriers who want a compact single-blade workhorse, and for collectors adding a nearly 90-year-old American pattern updated with modern steel. Every Sod Buster Jr. is made in the USA and backed by Case's Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty.

    What is the Crossroads Series?Crossroads is Case's modern rebuild of classic patterns like the Sod Buster Jr., pairing the same blade shape and nail nick opening with CPM-S35VN steel, premium synthetic handle materials, and on select models, a pocket clip and user-serviceable screwed construction.

    Call 888-225-9775 — we carry the Case Sod Buster Jr. daily and can help you pick the right steel and handle.

    Authorized Case DealerLimited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty on every Sod Buster Jr.
    Made in Bradford, PA Since 1937Case's original single-blade skinner workhorse.
    CPM-S35VN, CV, 1095 CS or Tru-Sharp SSChoose your steel.
    Same or Next Business Day ShippingShips from Columbia, Louisiana. Questions? Call 888-225-9775.
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    The Case Sod Buster Jr. Buyer's Guide (2026)

    What makes this pattern an American classic, and how to choose the right steel and build.

    The Sod Buster Jr.: An American Classic Since 1937+

    The Sod Buster Jr. has been in continuous production at Case's Bradford, Pennsylvania factory since 1937, built around a single skinner blade with a traditional nail nick opening instead of a nail pull or thumb stud.

    Its compact, single-blade design has made it one of Case's most enduring workhorse patterns, now offered in both its original pinned construction and the modern Crossroads Series rebuild.

    The Crossroads Series: CPM-S35VN and Modern Construction+

    Crossroads Series Sod Buster Jr. models keep the same iconic skinner profile and nail nick opening, rebuilt with a CPM-S35VN stonewashed blade and premium handle materials like G-10, Richlite, and DymaLux laminate wood. Select Crossroads models (pattern XR10137C) add a tip-up pocket clip for front-pocket carry.

    TipCrossroads models use screwed-together construction instead of a pinned build, so you can disassemble, clean, oil, and reassemble the knife yourself without sending it back to the factory.
    Choosing Your Steel: CPM-S35VN vs. CV vs. 1095 CS vs. Tru-Sharp SS+
    SteelEdge RetentionMaintenance
    CPM-S35VN (Crossroads XR)Best in the lineupLow, strong corrosion resistance
    Tru-Sharp Stainless (SS)Good, easy touch-upLow, strong corrosion resistance
    CV (Chrome Vanadium)Very good, traditional alloyModerate, easy to re-sharpen
    1095 Carbon Steel (CS)Excellent, takes a fine edgeHigher, needs oiling to prevent rust

    CPM-S35VN on the Crossroads XR line offers meaningfully better edge retention and corrosion resistance than Case's standard Tru-Sharp stainless, while CV and 1095 CS suit carriers who prefer a traditional alloy they can resharpen easily.

    Pinned vs. Screwed Construction+

    Classic Sod Buster Jr. models use traditional pinned construction, the same build method Case has used since 1937. Crossroads XR models instead use screwed-together construction, which lets you take the knife apart for cleaning and oiling without factory service, at the cost of a slightly more modern look than the classic pinned build.

    Handle Materials: Bone, Synthetic, Micarta & Crossroads Composites+

    Classic Sod Buster Jr. handles run smooth and jigged bone (Amber, Navy Blue, Mediterranean Blue), synthetic in several colors, and Burlap Micarta with a Black Oval Script Inlay shield and polished Nickel Silver bolsters. Crossroads XR models swap those for G-10, Richlite, and DymaLux laminate wood, engraved with the Case XX logo instead of a traditional bolster and shield.

    Harley-Davidson and Stars & Stripes Tribute Editions+

    The Sod Buster Jr. lineup includes a Harley-Davidson edition in black Delrin synthetic, a Jeep edition in black synthetic, and a Stars & Stripes tribute in sawcut jigged gray bone, all built on the same Tru-Sharp stainless skinner blade as the standard lineup.

    Sod Buster Jr. Specs at a Glance+
    SpecDetail
    Blade2 7/8"–2.8" Skinner, nail nick opening
    Steel OptionsTru-Sharp SS, CV, 1095 CS, or CPM-S35VN (Crossroads XR)
    ConstructionPinned (classic) or screwed-together (Crossroads XR)
    Closed LengthApproximately 3.63–3.75 in
    WeightApproximately 1.9–2.2 oz
    ClipTip-up pocket clip on select Crossroads XR models
    WarrantyCase Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty
    Price Range$38.99–$104.99

    Case Sod Buster Jr.: Frequently Asked Questions

    Answers from Knifeworks' team on the Case Sod Buster Jr.

    What is the Case Sod Buster Jr.?+

    It's a compact single-blade skinner slipjoint Case has made at its Bradford, Pennsylvania factory since 1937, opened with a traditional nail nick.

    What is the Crossroads Series?+

    Crossroads is Case's modern rebuild of the Sod Buster Jr., using a CPM-S35VN blade and premium handle materials like G-10, Richlite, and DymaLux, with select models adding a pocket clip and screwed-together construction.

    What's the difference between CPM-S35VN, CV, 1095 CS, and Tru-Sharp stainless on the Sod Buster Jr.?+

    CPM-S35VN, used on the Crossroads XR line, offers the best edge retention and corrosion resistance. Tru-Sharp stainless is the classic low-maintenance option, CV is a traditional alloy steel that's easy to resharpen, and 1095 Carbon Steel takes the finest edge but needs regular oiling to prevent rust.

    Does the Sod Buster Jr. come with a pocket clip?+

    Select Crossroads XR models (pattern XR10137C) include a tip-up pocket clip for front-pocket carry. Classic Sod Buster Jr. models carry without a clip, as Case has made them since 1937.

    What's the difference between pinned and screwed construction?+

    Pinned construction is Case's traditional build method, requiring factory service for disassembly. Screwed-together construction, used on Crossroads XR models, lets you take the knife apart yourself to clean, oil, and reassemble it.

    What warranty comes with the Case Sod Buster Jr.?+

    Every Case Sod Buster Jr. carries Case's Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty.

    Where is the Case Sod Buster Jr. made?+

    It's made in the USA at Case's factory in Bradford, Pennsylvania.

    What's the difference between the Sod Buster Jr. and the full-size Sod Buster?+

    The Sod Buster Jr. (pattern 137) is the smaller of the two, while the full-size Sod Buster (pattern 138) carries a larger blade and handle in the same skinner profile and nail nick opening.

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    Ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana, backed by Case's Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty. Call 888-225-9775 with any questions.

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