buck hoodlum?

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anyone have any experience with it? ive heard that it is a very strong survival knife. Never really heard of the blade steal tho. 5160 i think its called? whats it comparable to? thanks guys.
 
I recently purchased one. Haven't really had a chance to use it yet. Fit and finish are good and it seems well made. Feels good in the hand. It is a big solid knife with what I think is a comfortable handle. This (along with the Buck Punk-if you're looking for a knife a bit smaller than the Hoodlum) was a collaboration between the late Ron Hood and Buck. Though I'm interested in survival training, I'm more of an arm chair survivalist at this point but have read a fair amount about Mr. Hood. I think I'm safe in saying that he was very well known and respected in the survival field. The reason I mention this is that it lends credence to his designs. I'm not an expert in the different steels, but.... 5160 is a carbon spring steel and is often used makers that want a solid, durable, hard use knife. I believe it has been used for choppers as well as swords and is often used by makers who forge blades. Just my amateur two cents. If you do a bit of searching, you can find quite a bit of information about Ron Hood, 5160 steel, and both the Hoodlum and Punk. Mike
 
i bought one awhile back and the fit and finish are excellent...and it just screams "BIG CAPABLE KNIFE" when you hold it. im planning to do some camping this weekend (weather permitting) so i will be working it out a bit...i'll get back to you all with the results.
 
I used mine tonight to process some kindling. Great knife. Light to pack.
 
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