help deciding which BUCK 110 to get

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whateatsrabbits

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Hi folks, first post here in the buck forum. My good knife collector buddy is alway telling me to get a buck 110 because its his preferred hunting knife. I usually stick to my spyderco dragonfly/ strider AR combo when hunting but. I'm going to get a buck 110.

My question is do I get one from the custom shop with s30v blade and my name engraved on it for 108 dollars or buy one off amazon for 30?
 
Get a standard Model 110 - take it hunting, fall in love with it, then order many, many custom shop models! That will make you, us, and Buck very happy. OH
 
whateatsrabbits said:
My question is do I get one from the custom shop with s30v blade and my name engraved on it for 108 dollars or buy one off amazon for 30?
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I don't judge people for where they buy but you can come close or beat Amazon at some lumber and farm stores, if you like that. I try to support them over Amazon until it becomes stupid (I bought a replacement drive belt for my yard tractor from Amazon for $30 because Sears wanted $70! I'd have supported Sears but in that case the price difference was stupid).

Some online knife shops are close to or as good as Amazon as well.
 
Old Hunter said:
Get a standard Model 110 - take it hunting, fall in love with it, then order many, many custom shop models! That will make you, us, and Buck very happy. OH
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Sounds like a fine idea. Then when you get the itch to customize one, you'll have that standard model to start with.
 
Unless your heart is set on an s30v blade and engraving, the standard model is a great choice. You won't be disappointed.
 
If you have the cash, go custom, but without engraving. If the knife turns out to not be your cup of tea, you'll be able to sell it easily.
 
Standard 110. Upgrade later, if you feel the need. The standard BUCK 420HC has the best heat treat of any for that steel. You should be able to process more than two or three deer before needing to strop it.
Be aware that the Buck is not a "pocket knife"; you will not notice the weight on your belt though. Personally, I like a bit of heft to my knives. They "feel" stronger and more rugged - trustworthy - if you will.
 
There is a famous outdoors store that sells a 110 Alaskan Guide with a black S30V blade and Macassar Ebony scales.
 
afishhunter said:
Standard 110. Upgrade later, if you feel the need. The standard BUCK 420HC has the best heat treat of any for that steel. You should be able to process more than two or three deer before needing to strop it.
Be aware that the Buck is not a "pocket knife"; you will not notice the weight on your belt though. Personally, I like a bit of heft to my knives. They "feel" stronger and more rugged - trustworthy - if you will.
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Very good advice. For the price of a custom, you can get a 110 and a 112 or 500. There are a lot of options so take your time...
 
May be good to go to a brick and mortar store so you can see/feel it before you buy. You may prefer the finger groove model (if they have to to handle).

If that isn't an option and online is the way to go I think the only difference is if you get a leather sheath with it or nylon. Personal preference again.

It's an amazing American classic for $30 or so.

If you do go custom shop check out the drop point blade, think about NS bolsters also since those are less common.
 
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