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REVIEW – I’m typically a folding pocket knife kind of guy. It’s not that I don’t like fixed blades. I love them too, but I never found one I could conveniently carry all the time. Most of the time the fixed blades are too big or the sheath is bulky and uncomfortable. But, I watch a lot of knife and/or EDC review videos, and every one of them seemed to be touting the virtues of an EDC fixed blade. So, I wanted to give it a try again. So when the Case CT2 Hunter came up for review, I wanted it. It’s not a huge “that’s not a knife” knife so it looked to be something I could actually use daily. It also comes with a nice leather sheath. Maybe this could be the one for me. Find out if it could be the one for you too.

What is it?

The Case CT2 Hunter is a versatile field knife with an S35VN steel drop point blade with a thin profile and carbon fiber handle scales.

What’s included?

• CT2 Hunter
• Embellished leather sheath
• Warranty information

Tech specs

Design and features

Case describes the blade shape of the CT2 Hunter as being a drop point and I guess technically it is. But its profile tends to be sharper and thinner than most drop points I’ve used. That’s not to say it’s a bad thing. The shape tends to make it a little more useful in more situations so for an EDC blade that’s extremely helpful.

The blade steel is S35VN which is known for edge retention, corrosion resistance, and strength. My experience with this steel is limited but those claims seem to stand true. The Hunter came razor-sharp and I haven’t had to sharpen it yet. All I’ve done is hone it a bit on a steel and it retained whatever sharpness it lost during use.

The handle scales are carbon fiber which gives it a more modern, dare I say, tactical look. I think we reached a point where carbon fiber has been used to death but I think it looks appropriate. It fits this knife well and feels good in the hand. It should also last for the lifetime of the knife.

Finally, Case includes a black leather sheath and it doesn’t feel like an afterthought. It’s a thick supple leather with the Case log embossed on it. I was a little disappointed that it didn’t allow for horizontal carry but it’s perfectly comfortable to carry all day long.

The Case CT2 Hunter has been great to carry this past month. The sheath’s size makes it easy to carry and surprisingly, it kind of disappears when wearing it. What I mean by that is I have no problems with it getting in the way when sitting in a chair or when driving. The knife fits well in my hand allowing for a full four-finger grip even with its diminutive size. The blade size and shape have made it great to use for everyday uses like trimming off loose strings or opening packages and working in the kitchen slicing up veggies. 

I do have a few nits to pick though. The knife is great but mine has a couple of little blemishes. The carbon fiber has some chips out around the screw heads which disappointed me a little.

One of the screws also stands a little proud of the scale.

The knife is not the easiest to pull from the sheath either. It sits deep into the sheath with very little of the handle to actually grab. I’ll probably add a lanyard to help with that.

I also wish they had burnished the leather edges but I guess I can do that or let it wear naturally. Maybe I’m just too picky.

What I like about Case CT2 Hunter fixed blade knife

• It’s a Case knife which means quality
• The S35VN steel
• Overall size
• Comfortable to carry

What needs to be improved?

• Quality control could be a bit better
• Maybe a different sheath to help draw the knife

Final thoughts

The Case CT2 Hunter has become a daily carry for me. I love the form factor. It’s just such a useful knife and the sheath doesn’t get in the way. I didn’t think I would find a fixed blade I’d want as an EDC but here it is. You can’t really go wrong with a Case knife so if you’re looking for a fixed blade go check them out.

Price: $161.99
Where to buy: Case and Amazon
Source: The sample of this product was provided for free by Case. Case did not have a final say on the review and did not preview the review before it was published.