What wood did they use?

[Stelth]

I've owned Buck knives for at least 27 years and am fortunate to have a 112 from the early 80's and a 110 that was made a few years later. I was wondering what wood was used for the handle scales. As I understand it different woods were used at different times. I used to think cocobolo was used exclusively, but I've since read conflicting articles which discount this theory. The wood grips on my knives are very dark; almost black with some subtle brownish highlights. Of course posting a picture would show exactly what I'm talking about but I haven't quite figured out that process yet. At any rate, does anyone have any handle-wood information? Ballpark guesstimates will suffice.

 

[T Schloz]

I've owned Buck knives for at least 27 years and am fortunate to have a 112 from the early 80's and a 110 that was made a few years later. I was wondering what wood was used for the handle scales. As I understand it different woods were used at different times. I used to think cocobolo was used exclusively, but I've since read conflicting articles which discount this theory. The wood grips on my knives are very dark; almost black with some subtle brownish highlights. Of course posting a picture would show exactly what I'm talking about but I haven't quite figured out that process yet. At any rate, does anyone have any handle-wood information? Ballpark guesstimates will suffice.

Macassar Ebony I believe.

Tom

 

[Stelth]

Thanks Tom.

 

[BG42EDGE]

And in late 1992 to early 1993......Obeechee Plywood was phased in.

Or so I've heard.

 

[Stelth]

Is that similar to Budweiser's plywood aged beer?

 

[imafritz]

And in late 1992 to early 1993......Obeechee Plywood was phased in.

Or so I've heard.

I think 94 by joes sticky.

 

[Stelth]

I just found the sticky info...I thought the Obeechee Plywood reference was a joke (which explains my dumb reply). Sorry BG42.