What Buck knife most interests you?

For me, I want both a 110 and a 112, with drop points and flat (or saber) grinds. Otherwise, they should be identical to the classic versions of these knives.
 
While I am a big 110 fan and also like several of the 100 series fixed blades the Bucks I find the most interesting and or the most to my liking are the 700's. I find them to be a well built, (perhaps slightly overbuilt) attractive slipjoint and one I dearly wish Buck would put back into production. They may not have the variations and collectability of say the 300 series but if you are looking for a Buck pocketknife that is a joy to use and a pleasure to own I don't think you can do better than a 700.
 
Grateful said:
I guess the 110 most interests me. I carried one for over 10 years when I was a younger man. I would like to have one with a 1095 carbon steel blade. That would be really something. Other than that I wouldn't change a thing.

Jim
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1095 and a flat grind:cool:
 
pinnah said:
And thankfully, you live to inform the uninformed so we live in a win/win symbiotic forum relationship.
BTW, you misspelled "your".
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Ok, noted. So, now you are informed more accurately on Buck knives.
BTW, you're first sentence in post #7 is not grammatically correct. DM
 
David Martin said:
Ok, noted. So, now you are informed more accurately on Buck knives.
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Excellent.

I should clarify two things from my post....

When I said "full tang fixed blades", I probably should have said something like "full width tang fixed blades" to differentiate from full length hidden tang knives like the 100 series and that Cabella make-up you posted a shot of. More specifically, I was referring to knives like the Hoodlum (flat), Punk (flat), Reaper (hollow) and Sentry (hollow). I think it would be excellent if Buck would offer a 420HC alternative to the Becker and ESEE line of knives. IMO, a flat (or minimally, sabre) grind is essential for that style of knife. I totally get why Buck would and should stick with a hollow grind on knives like the 100 series, as they are really more dedicated hunting knives. But IME, a hollow grind knife can't really compete with a flat (or convex or sabre) ground knife when working with wood, which is why Ron Hood made the right call in specifying flat grinds for the Hoodlum and Punk.

Following the same lines, I would love to see Buck offer flat ground blades in a pocket sized folder. IMO, the Spitfire would be more competitive against knives like the Rat2 or ESEE (designed) Zancudo if it were flat ground. Similarly, I see the 500 series as being better suited for all around use than, say, the 110/112 or other pure hunting knives that Buck makes and for the same reasons, I would love to see the 500 series get a flat grind. This would give Buck a flat ground traditional locking folder something like the old Schrade 5OT and 51OT or the current GEC offerings.

Second point of clarification... I thought the OP was asking for wishes about regular production run knives. As interesting as the history of special retailer make ups (like that hidden tang Cabella branded knife), limited runs and club special knives is, I thought the thread was more focused on regular production models.
 
Badhammer said:
While I am a big 110 fan and also like several of the 100 series fixed blades the Bucks I find the most interesting and or the most to my liking are the 700's. I find them to be a well built, (perhaps slightly overbuilt) attractive slipjoint and one I dearly wish Buck would put back into production. They may not have the variations and collectability of say the 300 series but if you are looking for a Buck pocketknife that is a joy to use and a pleasure to own I don't think you can do better than a 700.
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One of the things really going for the 700s is how visually unique they are. There is such a strong family resemblance between the 700 and 500 series knives and both just scream "BUCK!!" to my eyes.

IMO, there is a lot of life left in the traditional knife market, as GEC, Case and Queen continue to show. Heck, you can toss in Rough Rider too.

And no disrespect meant to the 300 series lovers out there, other than the black scales, the 300s series looks like a knife that could be made by anybody. I would think a 700 series would give Buck a very distinctive and unique traditional position in the market. But they gotta be made in the states and minimally with 420HC.
 
Right now I'm most interested in several 100 series Buck's I don't own; 116, 120, & 121. I am taking my time and looking as I travel about, as I want pre-86 versions in excellent used condition with decent leather. OH
 
jstrange said:
That bottom Auto is gorgeous. How made it if you don't mind my asking?
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This one was made by Wirtz Wire. They have a website but I won't post it because I doubt they are on Blade Forum's list of contributing suppliers.
 
I like the size and shape of the 110 blade. I like the Titanium handles of the 186 and the 560. I would like a CPM S-110-V blade mounted in a 560 handle with a pocket clip, a thumb stud, and an Axis Lock. A guy can dream.
 
I like the Buckmaster. I'd like to see one with a titanium handle that has much lighter knurling than the original. The new Buckmaster would eliminate the removable lanyard attachment and instead incorporate a low profile lanyard hole in the cap itself. The guard would have the same shape but be made out of titanium. Since the handle would be titanium the compass could be moved back into the butt cap.The blade would be ground from something like S3v and have a profile like the M9 bayonet but without the wire cutting hole or saw. The sheath would have the molded shape like the original, along with the stone on the back. It would incorporate changes to make it more molle compatible. The pouches for the sheath would be back as well.

Yeah I've thought about it alot:p

On a side note. I got to talk to CJ Buck about my ideas at a show at AG Russell's new store once. He was super nice but I don't think he shared my enthusiasm for a redone Buckmaster. Any way it was really cool!
 
You sound like a great person. My wife calls that sort of thing, acts of random kindness. Good karma I call it. I received a donated kidney recently so I understand the greatness in giving.
 
The 110 interests me the most. Only thing I would change is that the 110 would come in more scale options
 
I believe the very early fixed blade were flat/saber grind blades.

Also, as noted, the Ron Hood colaborations were/are flat ground.

I too would be interest to know if any other production knives have been flat ground.
 
jimsblade said:
You sound like a great person. My wife calls that sort of thing, acts of random kindness. Good karma I call it. I received a donated kidney recently so I understand the greatness in giving.
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Thanks so much for the kind words. =)
 
I love my 110 and 112 knives, but the top spot has to be my Alpha Dorados. For me, they are as close to knife perfection as it gets and I wouldn't change a thing.
 
I spoke with Billy Bates at Buck knives today. I don't know if they will sell to us at all as they told me they don't like to have people selling their brand on the internet.

But if we can make the case for our brand it turns out he has an interesting situation which may be good for all. I think we could get an affordable small fixed blade in 12c27M with Mossy Oak handle, and matching sheath. Billy thinks the particular combo might not have been offered in the past. Basically there are parts from other projects just sitting. Some just happen to fit together. Which means we might be able to get completed product pretty darn quick. Plus these would be very affordable from the sounds of it. Will keep you posted.
 
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