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Are you about to get one or the other? If so I'd suggest getting the one that looks better to you or the brand whose mystique you prefer to be associated with.
I doubt there's much difference in functionality. Is it worth $63? Depends on how much money you have and how much you want the knife. I've had nothing but good luck with Case myself.
 
I would definitely go with the 110. I have a bunch of Case knives but even more Bucks. I love Case CV steel but I think the Buck stainless is way better. The edge retention on the Bucks steel is much better. And the 110's lockup is solid as a rock. The first time I opened one and heard that solid click, it was game over.
 
Unless you search a bit, both are going to be 420HC. They both do a good job with it, and both can be found relatively inexpensive in slightly used condition.
 
I have a lot of Case knives and really like them. However I have never owned a Mako but have owned and used the 110 a lot. My last one I had I gifted to my son-in-law because he needed a good hard use knife. I have watched the exchange ever since looking for a replacement. I liked it that much and if I can't catch one soon I will buy another new one.I have done everything from field dressing white tail to cutting carpet and have never had a problem. Also easy to maintain the blade.
 
I have owned both, and can say that either will serve you well. I loaned the Mako to a friend and he lost it, I'm sorry to say. For me personally, I edge toward the Buck. You can pick up a 110 for a reasonable price almost anywhere and I 'd give a nod toward the Bucks heat treatment of 420hc as being a bit better and maybe last a tad longer before sharpening. I did not replace the Mako and own 2 110's, one from the Custom Shop. If you can spare the cash, order one from the Custom Shop. If you are not prone to lose a knife, you will be pleased. But that's just my opinion, others should be respected as well.
 
J Buck said:
I have owned both, and can say that either will serve you well. I loaned the Mako to a friend and he lost it, I'm sorry to say. For me personally, I edge toward the Buck. You can pick up a 110 for a reasonable price almost anywhere and I 'd give a nod toward the Bucks heat treatment of 420hc as being a bit better and maybe last a tad longer before sharpening. I did not replace the Mako and own 2 110's, one from the Custom Shop. If you can spare the cash, order one from the Custom Shop. If you are not prone to lose a knife, you will be pleased. But that's just my opinion, others should be respected as well.
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I love a custom it be my favorite I am a electrican and use a knife on the daily at work and I am a big outdoorsman I had a 110 lost it deer hunt last weekend sheath got lost sadly. Was curious about the mako heard good things about them but never got to handle one
 
I don't own either but have held them. To me the Buck feels a little better in hand due to being a little more rounder on the edges than the Mako, but I believe the Buck is heavier than the Mako. The Buck can probably be gotten a lot cheaper than the Mako.
 
brownshoe said:
I don't own either but have held them. To me the Buck feels a little better in hand due to being a little more rounder on the edges than the Mako, but I believe the Buck is heavier than the Mako. The Buck can probably be gotten a lot cheaper than the Mako.
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Performance wise there isn't much difference. I agree with brownshoe and also think the 110 is more comfortable.

If you have a Case trapper for an EDC, try a Buck and you'll have two great brands. Down the road you might be able to get the mako too...
 
JD Bear said:
Performance wise there isn't much difference. I agree with brownshoe and also think the 110 is more comfortable.

If you have a Case trapper for an EDC, try a Buck and you'll have two great brands. Down the road you might be able to get the mako too...
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Sounds like my plan
 
Tyler.Bachman said:
Sounds like my plan
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No doubt. I switch between a Case trapper and Buck 112 every couple days. I always keep a one handed opener in my back pocket as well. I grab a 110 on weekends or if I'm going camping. I'm all over the place basically, but it's with the same styles you seem to like...
 
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