Peanut Pocket Knife – Yellow Synthetic – Chrome Vanadium – Case XX CA030 – Made in USA

The Case XX Peanut is one of America's classic small pocket knives, combining two useful cutting blades in a compact design that's easy to carry every day. Its traditional Clip and Pen blade combination makes it a practical choice for everyday cutting tasks without the bulk of a larger folding knife.

The CA030 stands out with its smooth Yellow Synthetic handle and Chrome Vanadium carbon steel blades, giving this compact Peanut the familiar appearance of a traditional American working knife. The bright yellow handle, polished bolsters, and classic Case shield create a straightforward design that has appealed to generations of knife users.

Description

The Case Peanut gets its name from its small size, but its two-blade design provides surprising versatility. The Clip blade handles general-purpose cutting, while the smaller Pen blade offers additional control for light trimming and detail work.

Both blades are made from Case Chrome Vanadium (CV) carbon steel, valued by traditional knife enthusiasts for its ability to take a sharp edge and its ease of sharpening. Unlike stainless steel, carbon steel requires occasional oiling and careful drying to help prevent rust. With use, the blades may develop a natural patina that adds to the knife's working character.

The smooth Yellow Synthetic handle is one of Case's most recognizable traditional finishes. Its bright color makes the knife easier to locate among everyday belongings, while the durable synthetic material provides a practical, low-maintenance alternative to natural bone or wood.

Measuring just 2⅞ inches closed and weighing approximately 1.2 ounces, the Peanut fits comfortably into a pocket without adding noticeable bulk. Its traditional nail-nick opening and slip-joint construction preserve the simple operation that makes small Case pocket knives so appealing.

Collector Notes

The Peanut pattern has been a longstanding favorite among collectors and traditional pocket knife enthusiasts. Its compact frame and two-blade arrangement represent a period when a small, dependable pocket knife was a common everyday tool.

The CA030 belongs to Case's Yellow Synthetic Chrome Vanadium family, combining a familiar working-knife handle with carbon steel blades that many traditional knife owners specifically seek out.

Specifications

• Model: CA030 / 00030

• Case Pattern: 3220 CV

• Pattern: Peanut

• Knife Type: Traditional Folding Pocket Knife

• Number of Blades: 2

• Blade Styles: Clip and Pen

• Blade Material: Chrome Vanadium (CV) Carbon Steel

• Handle Material: Smooth Yellow Synthetic

• Closed Length: 2⅞" (2.875")

• Weight: 1.2 oz.

• Opening Method: Nail Nick

• Lock Type: Slip Joint

• Country of Origin: Made in USA

Features

• Classic two-blade Case Peanut pattern

• Chrome Vanadium carbon steel blades

• Clip and Pen blades for everyday cutting versatility

• Smooth Yellow Synthetic handle

• Compact, lightweight design for comfortable pocket carry

• Traditional manual-opening slip-joint construction

• American-made Case craftsmanship

The CA030 is an excellent choice for anyone who appreciates a small, practical pocket knife with traditional character. Its compact size, two useful carbon steel blades, and classic yellow handle make it a dependable everyday companion or a welcome addition to a Case collection.

Each knife is new and comes in original factory packaging. Due to manufacturing processes and materials, slight variations in color and finish are normal.