I was looking at the Vanguard AG (with the wooden handle) in Cabela's and since there are no rivets I was wondering how the handle is attached and if the Vanguard was a full tang knife? Does the blade metal go all the way to the rear of the handle? Anyone have any complaints about the handles getting lose over time? I have a 30 year old Buck 119 I was thinking of retireing and getting the Vanguard AG to replace it. Thanks! Bilrus61
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Vanguard handle attachment
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Bilrus61: Here is an old thread on the topic http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=352433&highlight=vangard
There was also a thread a few months back with pics of the Vangard tang with the handle removed but I couldn't find it.
There was also a thread a few months back with pics of the Vangard tang with the handle removed but I couldn't find it.
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The Vanguard does have a tang that extends all the way to the pommel. The end of the tang is threaded and after much epoxy is aplied, the pommel is screwed on to hold everything tight. We dont get too many of that model back in warranty and of those that we do get, loose handle is at the bottom of the list. In fact, I cant remember ever getting one for that. The wood is a laminate, which helps it to hold its shape and not warp.
I hope this helps.
I hope this helps.