I like the 112 better than the 110

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thatsaknife

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I am surprised that the 110 is so much more popular than the 112.
Am I the only one that prefers the 112.
I like the semi guard shape of the handle
I like the blade length
I like the way it fits in the hand
I like that the sheath is a little shorter so it doesn't stick you when you sit down.
Maybe its just me.
 
The 112 is an excellent solid knife…like a little tank.
I would carry one if the handle fit better, but it's a three finger knife for me.
 
I like it too and there are times when I prefer to carry that instead of my 110... but I'd like it more if I could order it in nickel from the custom shop :)
 
I like the 112 more than the 110 as well. Just a better fit for me. I agree with Mitch110 regarding the nickel bolsters. I said in another post that I wish all the options for the 110 were available for the 112 at the custom shop.
 
My Ideal 2 edc buck 112's:
Drop point full flat grind Sv30
Brass Bolsters
The natural leather sheath like you can get for the 110
I also want the same with nickel bolsters and thinned out profile for when I pocket carry.
 
I like them both, the 110 and the 112.
But I prefer the 110 because of it's size.

Haebbie
 
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I also prefer the 112 ,for all the same reasons as the op, I like going old school and getting the 440c whenever i can,despite all the complaints I can get a really nice edge.
 
Ditto on the nickel bolsters. I have 2 of the 110's, one is from the Custom Shop in Brass/ Rams Horn. Love it dearly but the 112 I own is off the shelf. Fine knife, I gave it to my wife and I would like another in Nickel/Stag. The 112 is probably as good as it gets in balance of size/weight/ruggedness.
 
thatsaknife said:
My Ideal 2 edc buck 112's:
Drop point full flat grind Sv30
Brass Bolsters
The natural leather sheath like you can get for the 110
I also want the same with nickel bolsters and thinned out profile for when I pocket carry.
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Drop point, nickel bolsters, thin frame... Starting to sound like a 500.

You might give a 500 a try. While the 112 frame is prettier IMO, the 500 allows for a wider range of hand holds. I notice it particularly when using the knives in the shop or woodworking and making draw cuts.

I agree completely about a thinner frame. I consistently return to the 500 for this reason.

If you've not tried the early 112s with no nail nick, you might try playing with one. I'm a huge fan of drop points over clips, but my older 112s have a shallower clip than my newer ones and I find the blade shape more pleasing.

I agree completely about full flat grind as an option. For me, hollow grind is great for hunting but I prefer full flat or thin convex for EDC. More versatile, IME. YMMV, obviously.
 
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Drop point, nickel bolsters, thin frame... Starting to sound like a 500.

You might give a 500 a try. While the 112 frame is prettier IMO, the 500 allows for a wider range of hand holds. I notice it particularly when using the knives in the shop or woodworking and making draw cuts.

I agree completely about a thinner frame. I consistently return to the 500 for this reason.

If you've not tried the early 112s with no nail nick, you might try playing with one. I'm a huge fan of drop points over clips, but my older 112s have a shallower clip than my newer ones and I find the blade shape more pleasing.

I agree completely about full flat grind as an option. For me, hollow grind is great for hunting but I prefer full flat or thin convex for EDC. More versatile, IME. YMMV, obviously.
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Yes the 500 is on my radar. Along with a Vantage.
To many knives.
 
I like both, but I like the 110 a little more because if its roomy handle and longer blade. When sheathed, I don't notice a difference in comfort when sitting.
 
I think the 110's history weighs in its favor. It was the first of a whole new class of knife, inspiring countless imitators and making Buck a generic name for lockback folders. It will therefore always have a special place in a lot of people's hearts and collections.
 
Well, it's not an either/or issue for me. I like both, and in different vintages.

A 112 from 1989 (with an edge chip yet to be sharpened away)

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A 110 from 2012:

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And a two-dot (1974-80) pair:

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Fine knives all.
 
I'm a 112 fan as well. It was my very first Buck knife, given to me when I was a scout in '77. Carried it through "thick and thin" and never let me down. Though the original is gone, I have a replacement from the same era.

Nostalgia aside, I also like the size and styling. It's a darn good looking knife.

Not knocking the 110, I have a couple of them. However, the 112 seems to get picked more often.
 
Well, if you think no one like's 112's look at this Sunday's photo thread.

And I know I sound like a broken record but type in 112 in the forum search box and read the posts on the 112's.

Some folks like a full size pickup, some like a smaller size. They both haul.....

300Bucks
 
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Some folks like a full size pickup, some like a smaller size. They both haul.....
300Bucks
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I wonder why it is that son in law and brother keep wanting to borrow my long bed...lol

As has been said, personal preference. youngest granddaughter is a tiny thing. Has been shootin and skinnin deer since she was about 8. Now 21. Tried to give her a 112 once and she gave it back and traded it for one of my 110 size orangie bucklites, after working on a couple of deer.

Well this isnt an orangie, but her hijacking one of the S30V...

Just thought this thread needed pics.

AND, YES, she guts em, skins em and helps pack em up for the freezer. Me n her Dad severely question any beaus she brings around. So far none have measured up...lol


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The 112 strikes me as more practical, but the 110 has the history, plus it is sold at box stores, lumber yards, farm stores. So you can snag a 110 for less money.
 
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