Case Smooth Abalone Cheetah® Cub (12040) - COMING SOON!

2026 Case XX® Vault Pattern

The Cheetah® Cub, part of the Cheetah® knife family, returns from the Case XX Vault in 2026, bringing back a compact pattern known for its signature swing guard and recognizable Cheetah profile. First introduced in 2005 as a scaled-down version of the original Cheetah, it trims the frame to 3 1/2 inches for a size comparable to the Mini CopperLock®. Throughout 2026, the Cheetah Cub will be available in a wide range of handle options, but only for a limited time as part of the Vault program. Add one to your collection while you can, before it heads back into retirement!

This Cheetah Cub is a part of the Abalone Family. Case's iridescent Abalone knives gleam with some of the most striking colors found in nature. "Case XX" is laser engraved in the bolster and it comes packaged in a velvet box, perfect for storage or to present as a gift.

Note: Because Case uses hand-crafting and natural materials, your knife may not look exactly as depicted.

Pattern Stamp: 811 1/2L SS
Handle Material: Abalone
Handle Finish: Smooth
Blade Type: Clip Point with Swing Guard
Blade Length: 2.58 in.
Lock Type: Lockback
Blade Material: Tru-Sharp™ Stainless
Blade Finish: Mirror-Polished
Closed Length: 3.5 in
Weight: 1.9 oz (may vary with handle material)