Buck Vanguard

joe90

joe90

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Looking to get myself a Buck Vanguard, but am having a little problem understanding the different models. 192BR 192BRS etc. As I understand it, there are different blade steels and handle materials. Is that it? ... I would appreciate it if someone could impart some knowledge on this area for me.... before I make a choice.
Many thanks,
Joe
 
Joe, the 192BRS is the current offering. It comes with 420HC steel, a wood handel, leather sheath and polished brass fittings. In a box.
The 692BKS Vanguard comes with 420HC steel blade a kraton handle, sanded brass fittings and polyester sheath. In a box. DM
 
Blade style designations, I think these became more common in use during the 90's.
I'm not sure how consistent the use is.
....S straight/smooth blade
....G Guthook
....X Serrated
For example 191BRG (Zipper) and 192BRS (Vanguard)
 
Oops, sorry David, didn't mean to nose in. Just noticed the question was directed to you.
 
Think nothing of it Sky. I should have stated more in my 1st answer. Still, it got placed in this topic. It should be said that this model 192 has been offered with
upgrade steels at times in special editions. Which may still be found floating in the bay.... DM
 
There are two current upgraded steel offerings that I can think of at the moment. The Alaskan Guide version with S30V steel and a Titanium Nitride coated blade. There is also a 154CM steel Vanguard with the DLC coated blade on the Limited Edition page of the Buck website, has a Cherrywood colored handle and is priced at $200. The Alaskan Guide version costs a bit less. I couldn't comment on the differences between the two steels or the blade coatings.
 
Well stated. Those are 2 top notch Vanguards. I'd take either one over the standard grade offering and use it. I have the 110 Alaskan Guide and the Bass Pro
offering. Both coated with upgrade steels. Very nice preforming knifes. DM
 
I'm a big fan of the Vanguard. I prefer the rubber handle and nylon sheath. They make cleanup easy. I use several knives on deer, but the Vanguard can do it all, from field dressing to skinning and butchering, and do it well. If you're practiced with a butcher's steel, you can take factory edge to a higher level and keep it that way with minimal effort. It's an all-around excellent deer hunting knife.

Joe
 
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