Buck 110 Folder

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Hey everyone. I got this knife about a year ago and havent used it once yet. Im going on a trip soon and have been going crazy trying to figure out what knife to bring. Ive been thinking about bringing my 110. How rugged is this knife? Does it hold an edge good? What can/can't i do with it? Better to carry it in the sheath or in your pocket? Anything else?
 
plenty rugged, holds edge well, ya cant clip it to your pocket nor open 1 handed very easily anyway, imho they dont carry well in a pocket, a sheaths better, imho its pretty heavy, not a bad knife in its day imho.
 
It looks like a good knife and a lot of people carry them. I dont mind having a 2 handed operating knife, i have a CRKT m16 if i need a one handed opener but i can open the 110 with one hand too, hold the blade and flick the knife then just open it up the rest on what your cutting or your leg. Anyways, is it a well made knife? Any problems? How long does it take to wear down the blade carving wood or cutting things around the house.
 
It's as solid as any folder you can get. That's one of its best points, its durability. It's also a fine slicer. I wouldn't pry with the tip, though, since it's made for fine detail cutting, not massive strength.
 
Esav Benyamin said:
It's as solid as any folder you can get. That's one of its best points, its durability. It's also a fine slicer. I wouldn't pry with the tip, though, since it's made for fine detail cutting, not massive strength.
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This is all very accurate regarding the Buck 110. I would also like to add that the lock holds the blade in a very secure way with no blade play. There are good reasons for which this knife is a strong seller for Buck Knives for so many years.
 
Esav Benyamin said:
It's as solid as any folder you can get. That's one of its best points, its durability. It's also a fine slicer. I wouldn't pry with the tip, though, since it's made for fine detail cutting, not massive strength.
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I agree completely. I wish the frame was titanium instead of brass though, as it is quite heavy.
 
Take the 110 with you on the trip. Let us know how it holds up. I don't have any complaints about mine.
 
There is a Buck Forum on this site that will tell even more info, but it is by far the best value in a USA made lock back. It has a lifetime warranty, and last year Walmart sold them for $25 ( less in clearence mode)...How can you beat that ???
 
Hey GUys...

Probably the biggest seller in the history Buck knives...
When you think of Buck, the 110 is the knife that pops into your head first.

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Eric
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My wife just bought one for me at a local sporting goods store, $20.00 after a $10.00 rebate... I have all kinds of production folders representing many makers and styles, this is one of the best bargains on the planet. You can call it old school, past history , good in it's day or whatever, but it is a lot of knife for the money. It is also one of the sharpest knives out of the package, that I ever bought.
I carried mine in it's belt sheath this past weekend while deer hunting. After I got home it stayed on my belt the rest of the day. I didn't get a deer so I never tested the durability of the edge , but I really like the look and feel of the 110.
 
The 110's are great knives both rugged and reliable. There is only one thing that is I wish Buck would bring the 110 into the 21st century by adding a pocket clip and a thumb stud.
 
The 110 opened the doors to the modern folders today. It was even a tactical blade in it's day and saw use overseas in the 70's. It held up then and should easily manage whatever needs you may have on your upcoming trip.

I still use mine regularly and I picked it up back in '75. I also carry a 112 Ranger on my belt today.
 
Yeah, i like the whole look/feel of the knife, i dont think its heavy, but you guys with the titanium would think so lol. The only thing i dont like is the fine point, i tend to chip tips, what kind of abuse can it hold up to?
 
The Buck 110 is a good knife. Given it's size, I would recommend the belt sheath. Pocket carry would be a little bulky. Actually, being a traditional knife you may draw less (negative) attention than a wow-man-was-that-an-auto.
 
There's a good reason why it's the one of the most copied folding knives in existence. :)

You may find the weight bothersome if you aren't accustomed to carrying heavier knives in your pocket. It's super tough, a great slicer, and can be abused without much thought. Lifetime warranty, if you do happen to blow it up...but I've seen some 20+ year old 110's that looked like they went through World War III and were still holding strong. Take it with you!
 
Just a week or so ago, I picked up a NIB Bass Pro Shops special Buck 110, with the new CPM 154 blade steel heat treated by Bos. Although I still hate the fact that the Buck 110 is about as heavy as a boat anchor, I DO like this knife a lot.
 
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