New to Buck Knives

[edbeau]

As bucksforus said, this is a good place to gain some knowledge of new and older Buck knives with input from the Buck folks themselves. The more you learn about Bucks the more you will get. Always remember what one famous Buck person said "If you know how many knives you have, you don't have enough" (posted over my desk at work).

 

[specgrade]

Spec, Welcome to the Buck forum . Your 105 was made back then (1961) .
There was a 105 made prior to that time but the blade shape is a little different and the handle utilizes stacked lucite disc . If yours has a handle of black phenolic it could be from the early 60's . Look on the butt end of the pommel if there is a circle there its from 1961 . If no circle there but is stamped Buck (just one word) look on the side of the pommel to see if there is a visible pin going thru the pommel . If so, your 105 could be from 1962-66 .
Depending on the spacer material in the finger guard . Describe that . What color . DM

Thank you all of this great info! The knife in question belongs to my father so I'll have to get with him to look at it. Maybe I'll get some pictures and post them.

 

[specgrade]

The problem with that 110 and 119 is that they're going to wear out on you after just 25 or 30 years of hard use. ;-)

Is that all? Maybe I'll return them then Only a few of my knives see "hard use". I won't be digging in the dirt with my Bucks

 

[specgrade]

question for buck experts,,is the 110 buck made as good as the ones from 20 years ago?,,I saw one in walmart for about $30,,,if the quality is as good I plan on getting one soon, thanks

The 110 is a legend no matter when they are made. That's why I bought one no questions asked. You'll like it or I'll take it off your hands :thumbup:

 

[specgrade]

It's kinda like taking an aspirin, but it sure helps to keep updated on the goings on here on the bucks Forums--You gain a lot of honest knowledge and make some good friends. By the way welcome aboard.

Thank you for the welcome bucksforus!