Question On A Buck Tlc B820-bk-0

[tattoo223]

hi; i recently picked up a NIB Buck TLC B820-BK-0 at an auction and when i checked out the blade one side is stamped 820 with a inverted U, as close as i can get to the 2001 symbol. on the other side is stamped "TAIWAN". this was a first for me as i have collected Buck's for over 20 years and have never seen a Buck manufactured their. maybe someone could shed some light on this. i had always thought all bucks were made in the USA. thanks for the help
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larry d fletcher

 

[manofleisure]

I have a question as well about this style of knife the Buck TLC B820 and its use as a karambit style personal self defense and everyday use knife.

I am looking for a small carry knife that will come inhandy for cutting once in a while as well that is somewhat inexspensive.

I have been told that a crkt bear claw is excellent for the price but the Buck TLC B820 seems to be a tad bit cheaper.

Does Buck make a quality knife?

Would the hawk style bill of this blade interfere with the use of it in a self defense situation?

If anyone has any suggestions on other style knifes that aren't to pricey I'm open to those as well.
Thanks for any info,
Gabe

 

[wabbit]

the TLC is designed primarily to be used as a utility knife. TLC stands for Tile, Linoleum, and Carpet.