A new addiction....... Build Outs!

[symphonyincminor]

So I've had a regular 110 folding hunter for about 5 or 6 years now. It's even gone back to buck for a re-blade and lock adjustment during that time. There's just something about the simplicity and in-hand feel that makes it a classic knife (whole different topic in itself).

So....

After a 154CM & charcoal dymondwood 110, a BCCI powdercoated 560 blade & macassar ebony 110, and a D2 / charcoal dymonwood 118, I was able to snag one of these beauties:

(sellers pics..... I couldn't come close to taking shots like these)

1988 mirror polished 425M 112 blade with gorgeous dark macassar wood - 1 of 50 I believe.

Maybe it's time I became a BCCI member? I'm drawn to the low build numbers and the extra refinement to each piece.... my current examples have a much higher level of fit-and-finish than normal production builds.

Who else collects these? Pics please!!

 

[mbjannusch]

I'm sure there are some that collect bits and pieces of Build outs, but as a focus of a collection, it seems a little scattered. I've been collecting for 18 years and have changed directions several times, but direction is important in collecting. If you want to just accumulate knives into a huge pile, you can do that as well.

 

[oregon]

One from the pile, 112 Buildout, jewel-like brilliance.

 

[plastid]

if you want to just accumulate knives into a huge pile, you can do that as well.

this !

 

[300Bucks]

Syc,

The BBCI would welcome you as a member, special buildouts for club members is an ongoing project and will continue in the future. Matt was speaking as a experienced collector with a focus on particular lines of both production and old hand made Bucks. With difficult to acquire models a lack of focus makes things rough to organize and acquire.

Collections of more than a couple of knives takes on two levels, as Matt said a 'pile' of knives and then a specific direction or grouping of similar types. If you wished to collect build-outs and keep good records and descriptions, as a BCCI member you would be encouraged to make a display of your knives and participate in a knife show. There are Buck knives for everyones flavor. I know one collector who buys really beat up 110s and 112s and cleans them up really nice to give out to kids. He considers his 'collection' to be the smiles he gets in return...... 300Bucks

 

[Plumberdv]

Early this year I displayed a small collection of buildouts at the blade show in Pasadena. It got lots of attention from those attending, most knew nothing about buildouts or even what the term meant.

 

[Plumberdv]

I too like the buildouts and have a sizable collection of them. If you are interested, check out this thread (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/905731-Build-out-List?highlight=buildout+list) by J Hubbard. The list is incomplete and I've added quite a few to it since he posted this one, but it's a start.

Collecting them may be a challenge as there were so few of many of them made. The best way is to get them straight from Buck when they show up on the web specials page or on the lists sent to Buck Club members. Once they're gone, you're at the mercy of the auction sellers or even other members who offer them for sale at vastly inflated prices.

Keep your eye on the web specials page and join the BCCI and ask to be added to the e-mail list.

 

[mbjannusch]

Great information Craig and Dave.

 

[symphonyincminor]

I'm sure there are some that collect bits and pieces of Build outs, but as a focus of a collection, it seems a little scattered. I've been collecting for 18 years and have changed directions several times, but direction is important in collecting. If you want to just accumulate knives into a huge pile, you can do that as well.

I am trending towards the 110 and 112 models.... I'm not a steel snob, but I love certain types of steel (carbon, tool, and ball-bearing steels). My 420HC 110 is a workhorse and could probably last me the rest of my natural life if it was my sole pocket knife, but alas, my metallurgical interests in steel leads me in another direction. With so many steel variations over the years (440C, 425M, BG-42, ATS-34, S30V, damascus, 154CM, CPM-154.....), I'm bound to be on the lookout for the next piece for quite a while! The more variations the better…. including some of these really nice build-outs.

One from the pile, 112 Buildout, jewel-like brilliance.

Nice..... always enjoy your pictures. :thumbup:

Syc,

Collections of more than a couple of knives takes on two levels, as Matt said a 'pile' of knives and then a specific direction or grouping of similar types. If you wished to collect build-outs and keep good records and descriptions, as a BCCI member you would be encouraged to make a display of your knives and participate in a knife show. There are Buck knives for everyones flavor. I know one collector who buys really beat up 110s and 112s and cleans them up really nice to give out to kids. He considers his 'collection' to be the smiles he gets in return...... 300Bucks

I’ve always been more of a ‘user’ than a collector, as I couldn’t justify spending what little money I had on something that would eventually sit in a drawer. Buck checks off several criteria for me when it comes to “collecting” something like sharpened tools…. Made in USA, affordable, and a timeless spot in the development of modern folding knives. There’s just something about the 110 heavy brass and wood handle, the clipped blade profile, the gradual arc of the knife from tip to the rear bolster…. something that seems more ‘alive’ than a chunk of G-10 laminate with a pocket clip attached. Good story by the way.

Collecting them may be a challenge as there were so few of many of them made. The best way is to get them straight from Buck when they show up on the web specials page or on the lists sent to Buck Club members. Once they're gone, you're at the mercy of the auction sellers or even other members who offer them for sale at vastly inflated prices.

Much thanks for the info and nice collection of build-outs you have going there! (I’ll take that 119 off your hands if you’re bored with it )

Part of the collecting bug is the journey to find that hard-to-locate-but-if-I-just-keep-looking-everyday-maybe-I’ll-get-lucky piece. Or maybe that’s my OCD?

 

[Plumberdv]

I normally back up all my files to one of several external hard drives I have but I failed to do that with the last build out sales list that was sent out. Wouldn't you know, I had a hard drive crash on my main computer and lost that list before I could update the build outs list.

If any one still has that, I'd appreciate a copy being e-mailed to me.

 

[Badhammer]

Congrats. I too have been acquiring my fair share of buildouts, mostly 110 and 112 models. I like the variety and they are almost always a first rate bargain. Joining the BCCI and getting those emails about the next batch coming out is the way to go.