Eco-Lite 110

We just finished showing them at Shot Show and were well received. We kind of delay a little before putting new products on the web until we get the distribution channel primed. I will find out when all will be updated.

Thanks you guys for the great feedback on the products.
 
this is a grand slam homerun.I really need the green one.are they avaliable now anywhere?
 
Alberta Ed said:
Is Paperstone a type of micarta?
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I'm not sure, But the 112 I have in green looks like Micarta's first cousin! I really like it. I want the red 110 now. Buck has got a great variant on the traditional folding hunter with this one.
I would love to see the Paperstone inlays replace the wood inlay on the 500 series knives. I would pick up every one of them!
I would still want the bolsters to remain unchanged.
 
A 112 ??? !!!! I like the "thumb" depression in the handle,looks like it would be comfortable on a hard,tough, cut...Chuck,it's a winner! I bet you will sell a TON of 'special projects' with the eco-green theme...
 
Alberta Ed said:
Is Paperstone a type of micarta?
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I found this an interesting read.


http://www.paperstoneproducts.com/ps_composition.php

Natural components from which it is made

PaperStone™ is made from sustainable sources. It is manufactured in three versions. Original PaperStone contains 100% post-consumer recycled cardboard and PaperStone Certified is made from 100% recycled standard office paper. PaperStone made from virgin fiber is also available. All PaperStone products are made from Paneltech's proprietary, petroleum-free resin that contains natural ingredients like cashew nut shell liquid. All PaperStone products are available in the same panel sizes, basic colors, and have identical mechanical properties.

Phenolic resins are used to make PaperStone. They have been around for nearly a century since Henry Baekland invented Bake-Lite, the familiar black thermoplastic case of the original, black rotary telephones. Cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL)-based resins are the type of phenolic resins used to make PaperStone. They have long been prized for their extremely high abrasion resistance. They are still preferred for high quality automotive brake pads. What sets PaperStone apart is the company's highly-skilled and creative technical staff, the company's own resin laboratory, resin plant and commitment to the cleanest and 'greenest' products and processes that are technically and economically possible. PaperStone resins have also been specially designed to produce a hardwood-like, highly workable and not brittle composite panel.
 
That does look nice. I like having liners. It caused me to take a look at the one I have as I didn't remember it having liners....it doesn't. I hadn't noticed before today, but it is a finger groove 422. The blade is the size of a 112.

That Eco-Lite DOES look like a nice user.

Peter
 
Gaucho Veloz said:
Any quick impressions on how it compares to the old Bucklites as far as durability?
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Bear Claw Chris Lappe said:
My initial impressions are that they will probably benefit from having steel liners, and be more durable.
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Have either of you ever had a problem with the old Bucklites vis a vis durability? I've never heard of one of those not holding up.

Which is not to say I'm not jazzed about these new Eco Lites, mind you. :)
 
My next, new, Buck knife came today. It's the new "baby vantage". I have one of the larger ones, but really like this new, smaller one.

Buck Vantage Select, right front pocket.

Jack
 
Thank you Chris! And Buck!

What an excellent looking knife.
Now if only the Custom Shoppe would offer it as a handle option.
 
Not a matter of will I get one its more of what color-Nice job CJ and Buck. What happened to the idea of getting one of these in a different color for a Buck Blade Forum offering-Is that still being kicked around?
 
I recently got a 112 green. I really like this paperstone material. However, when the knife closes, you have to make sure you close it all the way or sometimes the blade will stick up. Also when the knife is closed, if you gently squeeze the blade down the back lock pops up. Is this within the realm of 'not a big deal' you think?
 
Cleaning and lubing the pivot may help with the closing. I have had this happen on other 112 models.

The spring raising when pushing down on the blade is normal in my opinion.

Tom
 
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