Custom Buck 110: Worth the cash?

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VolundoftheForge

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Hey guys, someone in the GKD mentioned buying a custom Buck 110, and I looked it over and I'm thinking I'd really like to pick one up. Are they worth it? I've never owned a plain 110, or even a real traditional knife in general, but I've always heard how great the 110 is and they're really priced quite nicely. Is this a good route to take? Thanks.
 
I think the stock 110 is an incredible value. It's a proven design and Buck's 420HC makes a great working blade.

Whether or not the custom is up to you depends on if you want the options for scales, bolsters and blade materials. I reckon the regulars in the Buck sub-forum will give you more specific feedback on the various custom options and their experiences with them. There are several threads over there just about the 110.

Note, the 110 is big knife. And weighty. IMO, just a bit too heavy for regular pocket carry. I do it occasionally and don't mind it, but I'm probably the exception on that. It's more designed to carried in a belt holster. The 112 is shorter and more pocket friendly and the still handsome but not as stunning Ecolite 110 and 112 drop a LOT of weight (at the expense of some "soul").
 
Are they worth it if the only measure is utility? No. But is the smile it puts on your face and the joy of fondling it worth the price? Only you can answer that. But if you are asking the question, then the answer is probably heck yes.
 
well, you can choose whether you want brass or Nickle silver frame/bolsters. There is a pretty good selection of covers to choose from. You can choose to upgraed to the S30V blade:thumbup: And, you can choose between pins or no pins on the handle material...
I guess the "choice" is yours on whether it's worth it or not...


http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=customKnife.build

click on the link, it's fun to "build" a virtual knife...
 
I think so. Here is my 110 with a 112 right below it.
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Buck`s 110 is a classic. My favorite is the BassPro model in CPM154, but I enjoy using my plain old 110 in 420HC, too. You won`t be disappointed in a custom 110.
 
IMHO, its the best value in the knife world, period. The s30v comes as finely ground and sharp as a Dozier. My fit/finish is flawless. you can't go wrong. If you've never handled one they are LARGE and impressive in the hand.
 
If you look in the "Hosted Knife-maker Forums" under "Art in Stone" you will see what a forum member does with 110's. I personally like the knife for having a large blade with me. I don't use it often but I like having the size available to me. If you look around you can also find their "paperstone" models with are quite a bit lighter than, say their cow bone handled variety. I find the plain wood handled ones boring but I have a cow bone handled and a Rocky Mtn Elk Foundation version with a stabilized hardwood handle that I keep on hand for "special occasions".
 
I had 'em build me a custom 110 earlier this year.
Stag, nickel, S30V, rivets.
It came beautifully done & one of the sharpest knives I've ever bought.

Not a pocket knife, in my opinion, but they include a belt pouch & I bought one of the leather AG Russell pouches for mine.

I consider it money well spent, and I don't normally have much interest in customs.
The 110 is a classic, and I have a basic version too, but a custom to your own preferences takes it to a new level.
Denis
 
If you're wanting a 110 just spiffed up a bit, the Cabela's Alaskan Guide 110 comes in black-coated S30V with Bos heat treat, and cherry-wood handles in brass with rivets. This comes in around $80 shipped, as well, and there's no wait.

I am on my second Alaskan Guide 110, as my first one was stolen, along with the A. G. Russell leather pouch.:(

A pretty knife, with classic style and outstanding workmanship.
 
Daniel Dorn said:
If you're wanting a 110 just spiffed up a bit, the Cabela's Alaskan Guide 110 comes in black-coated S30V with Bos heat treat, and cherry-wood handles in brass with rivets. This comes in around $80 shipped, as well, and there's no wait.

I am on my second Alaskan Guide 110, as my first one was stolen, along with the A. G. Russell leather pouch.:(

A pretty knife, with classic style and outstanding workmanship.
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That sounds REAL nice for the price, need to go check it out. Never owned a 110 before, but I think it'd be a nice semi-traditional to start with.
 
For the record, Buck does an awesome job with S30V. Easily the equal of any of the modern makers and better than some I have tried.

Buck 110 in S30V?
Recommended.
 
knarfeng said:
For the record, Buck does an awesome job with S30V. Easily the equal of any of the modern makers and better than some I have tried.

Buck 110 in S30V?
Recommended.
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i was torn between a choice between a custom 110 with 154cm blade for $116 vs a 1972 mint condition case 6292 for $135. in time realized i was more a collector than a user. pity since i was really curious about 154cm in a buck. but my need-for-sharpness is satisfied by my modern EDCs (i'm a blade-with-a-hole guy.) i ordered the case.
 
VolundoftheForge said:
I like that royal blue wood, I was thinking cherry or that royal wood. Also, do the custom Bucks have the Bos treat or is it some other type of heat-treat?
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Lots of good info so far...but nobody specifically answered your HT question. Bos has retired but Buck still uses 'his' method on all their knives produced in Idaho.
 
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