Buck 317 Trailblazer?

[redcanoe]

The 317 was made by Camillus only.

 

[bertl]

So, who made the 1989 serrated 317? Camillus or Buck? Also, why no date code?

Camillus, therefore no date code

 

[TAH]

Thanks. Didn't know Camillus was still involved that late in the game.

 

[Old Hunter]

I do own a Buck 317, it is still NIB many years after I bought it. The only folding hunter type knife I use for cleaning game is the Buck 110 (and on occasion a Case Hammerhead). OH

 

[Old Hunter]

Here is the same Camillus folding hunter in the Craftsman guise. OH

 

[Christiantrevor]

Thanks for everyone's replies. You're all excellent salesmen.

What do you think of this combination? I don't like serrated blades on outdoor knives, but I do like this one that is fully serrated. My favorite kitchen knife is a fully serrated Spyderco, which cuts like a laser. This 317 would certainly give you the option in one package.

This was my knife and of this morning it’s on to it’s new owner. I hope it’s going to a member of this forum.

 

[hhmoore]

I'm in the "No, I would not accept it" camp - I have a strong preference for single blade knives; but, when I do carry a two blade, I want them on opposite sides. I have a couple standard pattern trappers, and I've never carried any of them.

 

[gsea]

Camillus made all 317s hence no date codes

 

[300Bucks]

gsea, you awaken my memory of who the 317 expert was, namely you. Good Luck getting them all. 300Bucks

 

[jec88]

I have used the Case version of this knife before and it makes a great deer hunting, deer camp knife. 2 big blades gives you enough to work up a deer or two, and then still have a sharp blade for stuff around camp. I like the Case version, but would prefer the Buck (since I'm a Buck guy)so since I have tried the Case, I would definitely carry and use a Buck 317.

 

[Jared Clinger]

I think it is the best knife made. I have used the Buck 317 exclusively since 1985.