Buck 196 mini alpha hunter dilema

-sro- · Aug 24, 2010

Hi all!

I really like the design/feel of the 196. My problem is that I want a solid blade but with the handles seen in this photo ( http://www.thetraditionalhunter.com/gallery/v/album/album_007/ ) What is the best way to get a pair of handles like this? Tried calling Buck but there rep gets a real :thumbdn:

Thanks

postfallsidaho · Aug 24, 2010

Probably Leroy Remer, or custom handles. OR get lucky and find a rare or build out model!

Plumberdv · Aug 24, 2010

-sro- said:
Hi all!
Tried calling Buck but there rep gets a real :thumbdn:

Thanks

What seemed to be the problem with the Rep? Any I've ever talked to were very nice and helpfull. Since the knife isn't available from the custom shop, I doubt there was anything a Rep could help you with anyway.

-sro- · Aug 24, 2010

eh I don't want to discuss the rep any further. The only reason I even mentioned that part was because I wanted everyone to know going through the company was not an option. Not that big a deal really.

Plumberdv · Aug 24, 2010

Well, using a thumbs down regarding the Rep, gives a reader the impression that they were rude or unwilling to help if they could, so I was just curious.

imafritz · Aug 25, 2010

Yeah , Bucks' customer service is 2nd to none IMHO so it would really be a surprise if someone had a rude experience.

edbeau · Aug 25, 2010

I have only called Buck once and the service was something that other companies would love to have. I didn't have to push any other numbers for English and that was a good thing. Try calling any tech support then call Buck.

jb4570 · Aug 28, 2010

-sro- said:
Hi all!

I really like the design/feel of the 196. My problem is that I want a solid blade but with the handles seen in this photo ( http://www.thetraditionalhunter.com/gallery/v/album/album_007/ ) What is the best way to get a pair of handles like this? Tried calling Buck but there rep gets a real :thumbdn:

Thanks

Hi SRO,

Buck has made many limited editions on the 196 knife, some wood, some stag and other exotic materials (I like this knife and have a few of them). I'd tell you to keep an eye on ebay.

imafritz · Aug 28, 2010

jb4570 said:
Hi SRO,

Buck has made many limited editions on the 196 knife, some wood, some stag and other exotic materials (I like this knife and have a few of them). I'd tell you to keep an eye on ebay.

Cool pic jb, it's good to keep those fellas warm

ps: looks like a handsome display case/cabinet you have in the background.......how bout a pic of that too.