Quick Question for Buck Gurus.

johnny twoshoes

johnny twoshoes

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Hey guys, I have the opportunity to get a Buck 111, or a Buck 510.
I really like the idea of a new 111, but I have know idea how nice one would be.

Does someone have a pic they could share?
I would love to hear how one would compare to a 110, or 112.

Thanks guys for any info shared. :cool:
 
Twoshoes, are talking about the Classic series 111s and 510s with the aluminum handles... Well beside being Beautiful and very lite... I think they are just as good as any 110 or 112... They are nice and thin... If you get can one of these, I would... You will love them... ITE ... :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
 
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If you are refering to the Classic series, here's the 111 Classic and 510 Classic II. They are really nice looking knives but will not stand up to much use, at least not and stay looking good. The aluminum handles are soft and get marked up very quickly. I have one of the other in the series that is pocket size that some one carried in their pocket. It's a mess from keys, coins, etc.

I think they are more for show than for everyday use.

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ClassicII510a-1.jpg


ClassicII510b-1.jpg
 
I just found out they have the aluminum scales, I'm not really into that, but I still may get the knife.

So my question is now, which one would have a better resale value?

Thank in advance guys
 
johnny twoshoes said:
I just found out they have the aluminum scales, I'm not really into that, but I still may get the knife.

So my question is now, which one would have a better resale value?

Thank in advance guys
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I couldn't say. When I buy a knife it's for my own use or the pleasure of owning it. I don't care about or worry about the resale value.
 
johnny twoshoes said:
I just found out they have the aluminum scales, I'm not really into that, but I still may get the knife.

So my question is now, which one would have a better resale value?

Thank in advance guys
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Resale is an important consideration, because all knives eventually get sold......but since you are going to be the owner, you should weight quite heavily what YOU like best.

In knives of equal condition it probably wouldn't make a great deal of difference in these, depending on the particular configuration and details.

Somebody will probably come along with a better answer, but if not......watching e-Bay for a few weeks is the best way to learn about value.
 
Five brass classic 111s were made. One is know to exist. Find one of the other four and that would have a better market value. Oh. And if you find one, well, uh, don't forget who your friends are. :D
 
2shoes, I gave $$'s for a 111 Classic w/o sheath, no box or papers in good > condition . Because I had been looking for one in my part of the region for some time and it was the only one I came across . Then a friend offered me a swap on a 510 new in box with sheath and papers for something like $$$'s and we were both happy . This one as well is the only 510 I've laid my hands on in my region . So, you'll get a different story from me:
1) they are hard for me to find, 2) they are a Great set to collect, 3) they are a great example of Buck workmanship, 4) the sheaths are first class . I like them . Its really a jaw dropper when you show them to folks . DM
 
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I agree with David. If you want to get one for investment purposes, you will want to find one with the original sheath, box and paperwork also. The sheaths are pretty unique and aren't easy to find. I bought one of my 111's with box and paperwork, but no sheath and it took quite awhile and a lot of looking to come up with the sheath for it.
Here's two versions of the 111 sheath.

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Here's one of my 510's and it's original sheath.

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Just got a sheath for my 111 of the bay for what I thought was a good deal :D the hunt continues for a 510 with sheath

Bob
 
Thanks for the photo of those sheaths Dave . Just outstanding ! I finally obtained a sheath for my 111 but it took a good friend to make it happen . That whole series didn't last long . DM
 
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