An Attempt to build a better 112

chickentrax

chickentrax

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Well, better to my way of thinking... ;) :p

I took a slab-sided clip-point 112 [.112.] apart, and installed a 442 drop-point blade & rockerbar. While I had it open, I also cut the thumb relief deeper (about 1/16"), rounded off the "spurs" on the front & rear bolsters, and changed from 3-pin wood scales to 2-pin Micarta scales (made from black paper Micarta).

Here's the result:



It came out the way I thought it would, but I'm not entirely happy with it...I buffed for about an hour, but some of the old scratches and dings aren't going to come out, so this is about the best this old 112 will look... :grumpy: Mechanically, everything works the way it should, I'm just not happy about the esthetics of it... :( I think a drop-point knife should look like this Camillus -



Nice looking knife, huh??? But the blade is only 1 3/4" long... :rolleyes:

Disclaimer: I'm not a knifesmith/knifemaker/skilled craftsman; I don't do these for $$$, only for personal gratification. There are many *real* knifemakers on this Forum who do, and would be happy to make something up for you! :D
 
Here's a Before & After pic of another .112. compared to the modded 112...



This older .112. also has the 4 scale pin holes [+ 1 rockerbar pin hole] mentioned in another thread... ;)
 
Trax,
I truly admire your creative spirit. ;) :thumbup: It's a lot of fun looking at all the variations you create, and I look forward to looking at many more. :D :)

Having said that, I have to admit that my fondness for the 112 is in most part due to the fact that it has the heft of the 110, but in a shorter or "stubbier" version, more suitable for use as a working tool rather than a hunting knife. Having used the 112 for many years, the curve on the front bolster did serve a purpose in providing stability when holding the knife while in use. The thickness of the blade also allowed for ease of use in a variety of situations. Drop point or clip point, it really makes no difference as that is concerned, but is a matter of opinion as to aesthetics. I guess one could make the argument the the drop point offers more steel up by the point where it counts. If you take a look at the Buck 882SBT Police Utility Knife, it actually improves on all the features I mentioned for the 112. I consider the 112 the precursor for that model and the ideal utility knife of its generation. ;) :thumbup:
 
Mike Kerins said:
If you take a look at the Buck 882SBT Police Utility Knife, it actually improves on all the features I mentioned for the 112. I consider the 112 the precursor for that model and the ideal utility knife of its generation. ;) :thumbup:
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I like it...

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But it's discontinued... :(
 
chickentrax said:
I like it...But it's discontinued... :(
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Yeah, it is.... :mad: :grumpy: I think that may be a product of its price rather than the knife. Buck has it listed at $158.00. That's a bit pricy for most cops that I know! :( :( Great Knife though. :thumbup:
 
..Way too radical a design fer this ol' fella. I'll go about as far as one o' them Alpha hunters #277 or 279...That's about it fer me. Without wood and stuff it just don't do it for me. I just can't come outta the ol' days I guess...LOL...
 
After I agreed with Trax that it was discontinued, I just noticed that Buck still has it listed on their website, so it doesn't look like it is discontinued.
 
chickentrax said:
While I had it open, I also cut the thumb relief deeper (about 1/16")
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The 110 and 112 could sure use a deeper cutout for that release. The 110 can barely be pushed down enough to unlock, and I always wanted to grind out a Boye dent but if the lock bar were ground down any it would be inpossible to push all the way.
 
Carl64 said:
...and I always wanted to grind out a Boye dent but if the lock bar were ground down any it would be inpossible to push all the way.
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...Unless you cut the relief deeper; yes, I understand what you are saying now... ;)
 
Trax, really nice work...you are a quick learner and skilled at many tasks...I like what you do...the only thing that's constant is change...so keep up the good work and thanks for keeping us informed:)

Mike, I'm with you...I really like the 112 for everyday type chores...the 110 for hunting. I carry either the 112 or the 501...lately its been the 112. What I'd really like is the 112 radiused frame with the micarta scales and fingergrooved...guess I'd better get in touch with Leroy:D . Preston
 
pjsjr said:
What I'd really like is the 112 radiused frame with the micarta scales and fingergrooved...
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Is there a fingergrooved 112 available??? I don't think I've ever seen one... :eek:

Fingergrooves; radiused scales; Micarta...equals "KA-CHING!!!"... :D
 
:eek: :eek: ...Yep...I gots a finger-grooved 112 that I'm polishing with car wax (your idea ) right now...LOL...Sure is funny that it came up just now...:D
 
Hi Trax, yea, the 112 does come fingergrooved...has for quite a few years. Now really, what doesn't $$$$KA-CHING$$$$ anymore:grumpy: Preston
 
DarrylS said:
:eek: :eek: ...Yep...I gots a finger-grooved 112 that I'm polishing with car wax (your idea )right now...
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No, not my idea...I read it here...and tried it...and it sure does work... :eek:

I wish whoever mentioned it would step up and explain how he found out about waxing your brass...

I just know it will work on silverware and gold, too...not that I have any of either anymore... :rolleyes:
 
:eek: :eek: ...Gold???...Silver???...ya mean that stuff pirates used to have and bury somewhere???...Oh yeah...I think I got some in a tooth...LMAO...:D :p
 
...I bought a tin of paste wax from a Dollar General store here in Florida. It's the hardest wax I ever saw in a can. You almost have to use a knife just to get it out of the can. It's called ACME paste wax for Cars. Ain't no way I would ever attempt to use it on a car...It does work terrific on knives though...
 
DarrylS said:
:eek: :eek: ...Gold???...Silver???...ya mean that stuff pirates used to have and bury somewhere???...Oh yeah...I think I got some in a tooth...LMAO...:D :p
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I think I have a couple silver candlestick holders here somewhere...funny...they were black last time I saw them... :rolleyes:

I know I have a pair of glass oil lamps...'cause the electricity goes out here every Winter; last year it was for 2 1/2 days... :grumpy:
 
pjsjr said:
Hi Trax, yea, the 112 does come fingergrooved...has for quite a few years...
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Yeah - there's a bunch for sale on eBay, brand new...

New Buck 112 FG Ranger Knife Finger Grooved Wood Handle

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Buck-112-FG-Ranger-Knife-Finger-Grooved-Wood-Handle_W0QQitemZ6595245660

$34.99 + $8.95

That shouldn't be too hard to re-scale...use a straight ball-bearing linoleum router to fit the new Micarta scales; then a radiused ball-bearing router bit to make them roundy-round like Buck makes them...Heh...the ball-bearing router bits each cost more than the 112FG... :D
 
chickentrax said:
That shouldn't be too hard to re-scale...use a straight ball-bearing linoleum router to fit the new Micarta scales; then a radiused ball-bearing router bit to make them roundy-round like Buck makes them...Heh...the ball-bearing router bits each cost more than the 112FG... :D
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Trax, you must have me mistaken for someone who does mechinic(...hell, I can't even spell it) work. Not in this lifetime...that's for you, Leroy, SRT, and the like:p . Preston
 
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