What Is a Texas Toothpick Knife?
The Texas Toothpick is a sleek, narrow folding knife originally inspired by the classic fruit knives of the 19th century. With its long, slender clip point blade and curved handle, it became a favorite in the American South — and over time, evolved into a respected collector’s piece.
This pattern typically features:
- A single long clip point blade
- A gentle serpentine curve in the handle
- An overall lightweight, slim design
- Sizes from 3″ to 4.25″ closed
Its compact shape and visual appeal make it a popular choice for everyday carry, gentleman’s knives, and knife displays.
History of the Texas Toothpick Pattern
Originally derived from the classic Navaja-style folders of Spain, the Texas Toothpick grew popular in the 20th century as brands like Case began producing them in the U.S. Its name and style were quickly embraced in Texas and the broader American South, where it became symbolic of personal style and utility.
Case in particular helped define the modern Toothpick by offering it in dozens of bone, synthetic, and stag handle variants. Today, the Texas Toothpick is both a collector favorite and a stylish EDC option — compact enough for the pocket, bold enough for the display case.
Shop Our Case Texas Toothpicks
At Wild Horse Custom, we carry authentic Case XX Texas Toothpick knives, including:
- Factory-direct Case patterns
- Rare bone, stag, and antique handle variants
- 1-of-a-kind customs with mammoth fossil, abalone, or hand engraving
- Modern interpretations and limited runs
💡 We only stock a handful of each item — many are unique or discontinued, so once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Why Our Customs Stand Out
If you’re looking for something beyond standard production, our custom Case toothpicks are hand-finished with rare materials and artisan touches. Expect options like:
- Fossil mammoth tooth or bark ivory
- Stabilized burl woods
- Nickel silver bolsters with hand engraving
- Colorful, premium inlays like lapis, turquoise, or abalone
Each knife is carefully crafted and photographed — what you see is what you get.
Who Buys Texas Toothpicks?
- Collectors chasing limited runs and rare handle materials
- Gift buyers wanting a knife with style and tradition
- Southern heritage fans keeping regional pride alive
- EDC users who love a slim, slicey pocket knife
It’s one of the few knife patterns that blends form, function, and flash.
Collectibility & Limited Runs
One of the reasons the Texas Toothpick remains so popular among knife enthusiasts is its frequent inclusion in Case’s seasonal and limited-edition releases. From jigged bone handles in rare colorways to commemorative shield designs and serialized bolsters, Case routinely experiments with small-batch runs that make each knife feel truly unique. For collectors, this means there’s always something new to discover — and when paired with our custom modifications, the result is a knife that no one else in the world owns. If you’re chasing specific tang stamps, production years, or pattern variations, our inventory is hand-selected to include only the most interesting and high-quality specimens. These aren’t knives that sit in stock long, especially when paired with materials like mammoth ivory or hand-engraved detail. Serious collectors know to act quickly when a good Toothpick shows up — and Wild Horse Custom is one of the best places to find your next addition.
Fast Shipping, Trusted Seller
When you shop at Wild Horse Custom, you’re dealing with a top-rated knife dealer with a track record on eBay and Google. We pack safely, ship quickly, and specialize in rare, discontinued, and custom knives.
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For more info on various case patterns, check out this article