How tough is a 119

[Cyblade]

I've seen other knives reviewed where people have split wood, chopped trees and other outdoor tasks but I dont remember seeing a recent review of the Buck 119. It's not that I'm going to go out and beat on it thats what axes and machetes are for but it would still be nice to know.

 

[David Martin]

Cy,Yes there has been much written on the 119 and one can beat it thru most anything.
Espically, the older ones.If I were in a survival/shelter building situation and did'nt have a saw or axe.I'd cut me a mallet and go to it after building a fire.For I'm sure it could handle it.DM

 

[Hillbilly Bob]

The 119 is a very tough knife, I carry one in my pickup and use it for every thing from a hammer to a digger. It cuts through barbed wire and sheet metal. I have never had the edge curl it gets dull but all ways comes back, I personally think the 119 is the perfect hunting, survival, farm and ranch knife. I also use it as a crevassing tool when I am out prospecting .......:thumbup:

 

[peterinct]

I would say VERY tough. Having a 6" blade, other knives are better for chopping.

I still have mine from when they were made from 440C. I used it pretty hard for camping and general use in the woods for many years. I even used to throw it.

I noticed a few hairline cracks in the phenolic handle so a few years ago, I sent it in, and paid to have stag put on to replace the phenolic. It came back SO pretty, I don't use it any more

Peter

 

[johnwaynesandw]

I noticed a few hairline cracks in the phenolic handle so a few years ago, I sent it in, and paid to have stag put on to replace the phenolic. It came back SO pretty, I don't use it any more

Peter

Peter, I hope you do not mind asking but how much did it run you to get the stag replacement. I have an older 119 that would look great with stag.

Thanks,
John

 

[ZombaiO]

It's pretty tough.
I use it a lot.I've chopped many branches with it and it's a very good chopper for it's size and weight.Great cutter.
It's my favourite knife !!! :thumbup: