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I would like to know your opinion on buck knives:D. the good knife company I myself have a model 503t and a 119 special both have served me well
 
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(I am sure that there will be lots of bad opinions)
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Why would you think that?!?

The Buck Knives that I've purchased have ~all~ been very well made. 110, 119 Special, BuckLite (2+ of them), Nighthawk (2 of them). And I have a growing list of Buck knives that I'd like to add to my collection, General, Pathfinder, Woodsman, etc.
 
You have a few threads asking a similiar question about Buck's. Many of them are Classics, i.e 110, 119... They do not cost much and perhaps you should pick some up and decide for yourself.

You may be here for awhile before you find someone who will bash them. Sure, there are arguably better knives out there but many of us still have a few in our stash.
 
I have never run into a Buck knife that I didn't like. Their designs are traditional, yet display a simple elegance with the frequent use of wood scales. Buck knives are either directly heat treated by Paul Bos, or in the very least, supervised by Paul. You just don't get a better heat treat than Bos provides.

Buck also provides a no hassel 'forever warranty' on it's products, if you ever need such service. In addition, Buck also has a Custom Shoppe, where you can build a 110 with your choice of blade steels such as BG-42. You also can choose from a variety of insert materials such as Sambar Stag or Ram's Horn.

Finally, the Buck company is family owned, with a Christian work ethic, which I find comforting. So, all in all, you have a great company turning out great products. What's not to like? :)
 
I've got 2 Crosslocks dating back from 1994. One was carried daily til last year. The 420HC steel is very good in my opinion. Sharpens easy and holds an edge.

There are several other Buck models that are on my "to purchase" list.
 
Buck is an excellent company- they offer a diverse product line, and they have a good cross section of knives to fit every budget. They still make a lot of quality knives here in the US, but also offer some sourced models that help make the brand more available to non-knife people. Regardless of where a particular knife was made, Buck offers one of the best warranties in the industry and has a customer service staff that puts customer service as a top priority.
 
I picked up a standard Buck 110 awhile back. Great knife! Very pleased with fit and finish, etc. Had a damn good factory edge on it. (Now I have it scary sharp.) Locks up tight, etc. I trust it. M
 
Buck makes some fantastic knives which also happen to be reasonable in cost in comparison to many others of similar quality.

Most would ditch on 420HC steel but Buck is able to properly heat treat the stuff and Buck can offer tough knives and a decent cost.

There upper end stuff made previously in ATS34, 154CM and now also in S30V are top notch stuff made with nice fit and finish.

My cheapo Strider Buck SBMF is one of my fav cheap do-it-all EDCs.
 
Out of the thousands of knives i could have chosen from, the Buck 110 has been on my hip more than any other knife i own. If i want a slim pocket knife the 55 is one of my top choices. I have never had any problems. I also own several other Bucks, none of which i dislike.

These include another 110, a 119, a 102 with a Cocobola handle and a 373.
 
Got nothing but good things to say about Buck knives. My experience with them is mostly from my 110s, both factory and custom.

The only problem I've ever had with a Buck knife was from inheriting a 110 from my late grandfather that had some blade play (to be fair, the knife was over 25 years old and his constant EDC) Buck's warranty dept fixed it up--even resharpened it, all for free. Now, his old EDC is one of my favorites.
 
JJ20198 said:
I would like to know your opinion on buck knives. (I am sure that there will be lots of bad opinions)
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Whatever would lead you to that conclusion?
Try doing some reading first. I seldom read anything but praise for them.

I have six Buck knives ranging in purchase date from the 1960's to earlier this year. They are all keepers. I have a 301 in my pocket right now.
 
Buck is one of the best values out there. I have nothing but praise for them. I especially like the 110, the traditional pocket knives and the smaller lock-backs ie; model 55. They are as likely as anything to give a lifetime of service. Every knife-nut should own at least one.
 
Buck owners clearly like the product, some to the point that you would think 420HC was a super steel. And Buck does a fine job with their steel. (In my opinion, everyone should have the Buck Alaskan, sold at Cabela's. It's got an S30V blade that hunters really like.) But is Buck's 420HC really better than 440A or AUS8A? I don't know.
 
You can have a piece of history, a 110 Folding Hunter, the knife that even garnered one of the 'Top Five' picks from our servicemen in Vietnam (According to 'Blade' magazine.), for as little as $25 + s/t from Wally World. The 420HC blade's heat treat gives it he ability to keep a great edge - yet return it to it's ultimate sharpness easily. You can buy upgrade blade steel 110s from Cabelas (S30V) and Bass Pro (154CPM) - or even have one made for you in their Custom Shop. Below are a Custom Shop teardrop Damascus/flaming Koa wood and a BG-42/orange Fiji wood - and a Cabela's 'Alaskan Guide' in S30V:

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Al Buck's great grandson, Josh Buck, designed a Limited Edition 'Generation 5' skinner for last year - which had some offspring for this year. The grey charcoal birch handled 420HC bladed one is a fine day hiker companion for me, it's newer sibling rosewood/polished 154CM version in reserve. They still innovate - and mostly get it right - at least in my book. You can't beat their warranty, even if I've never used it! They still have a great collection of 'Made in the USA (ID)' products, too.

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I can only echo what others have said - Buck makes fine knives.

My first was a 112, I think (a small version of the 119). I lost it in the woods when I was about 14. My second Buck was a classic 110, which I carried in a leather case on my duty belt every day until a Benchmade-Emerson folder (carried in the waistband) replaced it. Now it's misplaced - not lost - it's around somewhere.

I still want a custom 110, and their Vanguard and Alpha Hunter are two of the most attractive, well-made, production knives I know.
 
Buck knives are the best. My grandfather owned a bunch, my father introduced me to them when i was five years old, (now 33) they are great knives. I helped skin my first deer with a buck prince.
 
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