Which Buck 110 Fits Me Best? Uncover Now
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- Having way too much fun with these Mods I'm doing to the blade. Even doing it to the 120th-anniversary version. I bought a batch and found one in there that I just had to keep for myself. And, I'm keeping one of my modded ones as well. I find the smaller hole in the blade to be aesthetically pleasing and functional and not really so large that you would be concerned about the strength of the blade. I have already had requests from guys wanting me to do the mod to their knife. I won't do that because if I screw up, I've ruined your personal property. I'll only do it to new knives I buy. Maybe down the road, I'll think about selling some of them. In the meantime, I just having fun with it.
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Not sure what you are going to think or say but here is my story. In 1971 I was travelling around the world backpacking it & staying in youth hostels, with my girlfriend who later became my wife. I believe we were in Greece, when I met a young American [I am Canadian} who had the most beautiful & spectacular folding knife I had EVER seen at that time. I was all over him to find out where it was made & how I could get one. He told me that it was a "BUCK 110 folding hunter" & gave me the address in El Cahon, California so I could buy one, because at that time they were not for sale in Canada. The second I returned to Canada, I ordered one. $20 US at the time, But here's the rub. He & his friends modified the knife to be quickly opened one handed. What they did & so did I as I REALLY liked the mod was to shave down the wooden scale so that you could easilly flick open the blade. At this time the knives had very square edge handles, so we just carved the left side down by the thumb nick from the square edge of the scale down to the blade on basically a 45 degree angle making it easy to access the blade & open it one handed. I loved the mod. Still have the knife, still LOVE the mod . As far as I am concerned We only made the knives BETTER, more convenient to use. I am not sorry for what I did to the knife, better than those cheesy thumb studs. Well think what you will . That's the way it is,was, & ever will be!
That’s a great mod. Thank you for your story about it. I appreciate it. It sounds a lot like the thumb ramp that I incorporate into the handle of the knives that I put the hole in the blade. It gives your thumb something to grab a hold of to help you flick open the knife. Though the back spring is so tight you really can’t flick. I’d love to see a picture of your knife.
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👍 I love it when you talk about Buck 110s! Agree with all you say about this wonderful knife (I have 6, with a mix of steels and all with aftermarket scales).
You’re very kind. Thank you very much for the nice comment!
I bought my first buck 110 in 1977 right after I got a Marine Corps boot camp and still have it, It has served me well out of the field and at home, I own 15 buck 110 since then, now I always carry 3 must knife a swiss army knife, coldsteel 5" XLG tango Voyager and a 2018 buck 110
This is great. Glad you are a Buck fan as well. Thank you for watching!!
I have bought only two Buck 110s in blister packs. They have beautiful matching scales. The machining and centering is excellent. I bought my first Buck 110 in 1975 and still have it. It is also excellent
Well, I will say that you are just a very lucky guy. That is fantastic. I have not been so lucky...and I am a little over the top fussy about the lockup of my knives. So, that, combined with the glaring issue of slanted spines (that I of course can fix) I find that the truly anal knife owner, will still not want to chance buying one in a blister pack or sight unseen.
Thank you for your comment and keep on enjoying that '75.
I am both a communist and a fan of the beloved Buck 110. I can not speak for my comrades who do not appreciate the glory that is the all american beauty Buck 110 knife. I was lucky enough to find one from the year I was born (88) and Ill take this thing to my grave. I never leave the house without it and it has served me through good times and bad. I really enjoy these videos shining a light on the best folding knife ever made by american hands. I love the knife so much that when I finally had the money I had a custom 110 made with cherry handles and my name engraved onto the bolsters. These two knives are easily among my most treasured possessions.
Welcome. Glad you found one for your birth year. That is always fun. And, so glad it has served you well for all these years. That is wonderful. Would love to see the cherry handled one. I bet it looks awesome.
I’m up to 4 iterations of the Buck 110 now and recently picked up a vintage Schrade LB7.
Nice. I used to have an LB7 as well. Back in the early 80s. They are fun to collect!
The first time I ever saw a Buck 110 was in 1972 in Greece on the island of Crete. I met a young man from California & he had a Buck 110, with mods. He said they all shaved down the square edge of the handle on the lower right hand side, which made the knife easilly openable with one hand. When I came back to Canada & ordered my Buck 110 from El Cahon california, I immedietly shaved down that side of the handle & it has been that way ever since . No need for a thumb stud or anything else. you get enough purchase on the blade with the scale shaved down to open it one handed NO problem. Still have it, still love it still happy with the mod I made way back when!
That is a great comment/story. I appreciate it very much! You got me thinking. Maybe I need to give that modification a try. It sounds very feasible! Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts!
Could you show how it looks, i want to do this but i dont want to mess it up
I have learned to hand pick my higher dollar bucks. I looked at 4 103 Pro S35VN models before I found one ground perfectly. Same thing with the Vanguard AG and Pro Limited. I had no chance to see the web exclusive 3V 119 or D2 119 I ordered but they both arrived nearly perfect. Thanks goodness since the 3V model was a 1 of 750 made.
Hand selecting is the way to go! I’m glad you got lucky on those two special 3V ones. I hope they serve you well for many years!
I have over 30 buck knives in my collection and love em all! Classic! Great video Tom!!!
Wow! 30? That’s pretty intense. All different types of variations. That’s cool!
That’s not much money invested in a knife collection!
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@@knifetimestory my collection has over 135 knives but I have yet to buy a Randall??? Maybe someday...
@@wazzeradk9398 I can’t tell if you got my joke or not. You can read your initial comment a couple of different ways. “Bucks“ can be translated to dollars. So I was doing a play on words.😂
@@knifetimestory OMG! Lol. You were really reaching for that one....Awesome
My original is from 1983 when I got it for Christmas at age 13. I still have it. Nicely done review.
That’s cool you have one from 1983! My oldest one is from 1981. Fun still having something from back then. Thank you for your kind words! Thank you for watching!
My oldest is a ‘67-‘72 110.
Between this and the “You need a Buck” video, you’ve forced me into buying a third 110, this time in the standard configuration. I think I’m going to buy a horizontal sheath so I’ll have more opportunity to carry them. Thanks as always.
Ha ha. Sorry I made you spend money. But, you now have an heirloom!!!
I just bought a buck knife 110. It's made between 1974 & 1980........i love it
Awesome!!! Enjoy!!
CLASSIC video! Thank you for posting. I've got two Buck 110s. I ruined my old one on one of those Buck sharpening clamps. Bummer. My dad gave my wife his 112. She doesn't carry it now, so it's in my "knife drawer." I got my new 110 back in the '90s, and it's in the knife drawer also. I'm carrying a SOG Aegis right now. Also in my knife drawer is the Buck that started it all, my Buck 119 Special.
Bummer about the sharpening system. That is a shame.
119 is awesome!
I have over two dozen hunting and combat knives. I reprofiled them all on my Ken Onion Work Sharp. Then stroped/honed them on a ceramic rod. Their all hair shaving sharp.
I may get one of those just to give it a try!
I was able to pick up a 2 Dot 110 at a thrift store and it was still in the leather sheath. It is well carried and used and the sheath was carried a lot. But she has a lot of life left. I sharpened it up and polished the wood and brass and she looks great. I think she’s from around 1978ish. I couldn’t pass it up for $40. I believe they were using 440c then
You are correct. 440C. Nice going!!
All of them!
Excellent answer!
Nice video. Thanks for sharing. I've never owned a 110. I would never carry it. I do have a vantage pro that I like to carry sometimes. Reprofiled the edge of the s30v to 17 degrees. Much more slicey and still stable.
Thanks for sharing. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. I get it… The 110 is not everybody’s cup of tea. I go through phases too. We’re that’s all I wanna carry, and then all I want to carry is a Spyderco.
I had to count.
I have 16 Bucks knives.
4 110....all used.
3 new ones.
1 119 , 1 103 , 1 105.
The rest used.
Good video.
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That is a healthy Buckin' collection. Thank you for sharing!!
Mine is in ebony the left scale has a beautiful light streak that reminds me of the milky way,i luv the new rounded handles 😊
Kinda fun having interesting grain patterns in natural wood. I love it.
You should have entitled the video”which Buck 110 fits me best. Let me ramble random at ya.”
OK… I will change it.
Hey Tom, great video! I love what you've don't with the slots. Very cool! 👍
Thanks so much! Glad you like it. I really think it is rather handy, but doesn’t compromise the strength quite like that huge hole I used to do.
@@knifetimestory I agree. It's really brilliant!
Hey , I am 72 this year , 2023 & I remember the first release of the 110 , back in the day !!! I thought this then & I still think this now , even after owning a few down through the decades !!! I don't mind the thick blade . BUT , the thick , heavy & clunky handles have always been a negative to me & that is why I sold off everyone I ever bought !!! MotherBuck made slimmer , smaller versions of the 110 , but they never revisited the 110 with this concept , & keep the ebony handles !!! Gerber to their credit , was always slim line & I liked them more for that !!! If folks remember , RIGID of Santee , Ca. , made a 110 knock off with finger groves handle that sold like crazy , & it to was a fat & clunky handle !!!
Cool that you at least had one of them from the beginning!!
I got my first 110 in the mid seventies and my second in the early eighties,I’ve still got both they are awesome knives well made
Fun getting them in different decades. You can see just how similar they are, but yet with very subtle differences.
@@knifetimestory yes that’s true, I did look closer at them both and they have no wobble to the blades and they are actually pretty clean in the finish and fitment but I only have one sheath
You can buy spare sheaths on eBay. Be sure to buy a true Buck 110 Sheath, and, ask if there is a small felt disk inside protecting the back of the snap. This will help keep you from marring your handle.
Great video. I took delivery of a Buck 117 last week and Oh Boy I think I have found THE ONE. At least for this week. zane
That is awesome! Ha Ha. This week. Yep, I can't tell you how many "this is my last knife" knives I've had.
Great video, I’ve started picking up a lot more Bucks. My pal Boston Blade Reviews send me his 112 Sport Pro and that thing is phenomenal!!
Glad you liked it. Thank you so much for saying so.
I still need to find a nice 112.
My parents bought me one for my 21st birthday and I've had it since then. I'll be 52 years old in a month or so. The only thing I've owned longer was some binoculars they gave me for deer hunting in 7th grade
Anyways the first time I had it at work I dropped it and broke the tip off of it. I have sharpened it enough that you can't tell I messed it up. I have also sandblasted it gray for some odd reason like twenty years ago
Cool that you still have it and actually use it. Bravo!!!
They sell studs that you can screw on Buck 110 folders & 112 Buck to 😊
If you just happen to not already know. 😊
I didn’t like those studies 30 years ago, and I know I won’t like it now. Just having fun putting holes in stuff.
I carry one of them buckle puckers erry day
Good choice!!
I'm thinking about ordering a few Buck knives from a rewards program at my work but I am having a hard time finding info about them.
One is a "Buck Ranger" and the description says: A Hunting knife that features a handle of natural wood grain w/ solid brass bolsters & liner forged in 1 pc. Positive lock-open action. Includes black leather sheath. Closed length 4-1/4". Has 3" clip blade. A smaller version of the Folding Hunter. Lifetime warranty. USA made
The other says "Buck Folding Hunter" and the description is:Introduced decades ago, this knife is still as popular and efficient as they day it was born. It is an American icon in hunting. It's 3-3/4" clip blade is made of 420HC steel. The knife measures 4-7/8" closed and weighs 7.2 oz. The handle is made of Macassar Ebony Dymondwood and the sheath of genuine leather. Lifetime warranty. USA made
It seems like the Folding Hunter is around $65 at Bass Pro but I can't find the first one. Are these the 110 and 112? I am pretty sure I am going to order them either way but just wondering about looking into what I am really gonna order. Either way they are FREE Buck knives!! I say FREE but I have worked here for almost 6 years accident free
Okay, first of all, that is awesome that your employer has a rewards program and offers stuff like that. COOL.
Sounds like the Buck 112 and 110 to me. I've had a 112 and just never bonded with it, however, I have six 110s that I currently use in rotation. Something about the overall aesthetic and balance of the 110 that I think makes it way more popular and useful. If your knife laws are really stringent, then maybe the 112. But, with that said, even my ridiculous NY knife laws let me carry the 110 because it is not concealed, but in the sheath on my belt. So, I live under the assumption that anywhere I go, the sight of a 110 in a sheath should not draw alarm or concern.
Let me know what you decide on!!
I ordered the 110 and patiently waited. Then just today it showed up!!! My first impressions were "wow this is NOT what I ordered!!".... They sent me a Special Hunter 119 which looking into it they are $10 more BUT I don't really use Fixed blades. I sent off an email informing them of what happened and asking if I can still get my 110, but I do have enough rewards points to just order another 110 and keep the 119 if they want me to send it back to receive the one I ordered.
Another case of someone not giving an "F" and doing their job. What a bummer. Have them pay to return the 119 and don't burn up your points. It was not your mistake.
Stuff like that sure takes some of the fun out of getting things.
@@knifetimestory Finally ended up getting my knife!! when it showed up the second time it was in almost the EXACT same box but this one had a sticker on it that said "Folding Hunter" and that was the only difference so I thought they sent me ANOTHER 119. I like it I'm glad I ordered it but I think I need to lose some weight before I can comfortably carry it on my belt. I also went in and ordered the other as well but haven't heard from them about my order yet, so soon I will have the 110 and the 112.
They make a brass fitting you can attach to the blade for one handed operation without damaging your blade.
I tried that about 30 years ago. Never liked it. The small hole I don’t think compromises the strength. It’s all just for fun anyway!
@@knifetimestory gotcha. I hear what you’re saying. :-)
Keep coming with the great videos!!
Thanks! Will do! Very kind of you to say. I appreciate it.
Nice episode, my first decent knife was a Buck 112.
Glad you liked it. Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Good video! You have a most refreshing way of looking at knives & life....subbed!😊 I have my late father's '81 3 - dot...I also have an '91 112 & a '22 110 slim select...What do you think of the ss? I have Schrade 6ot Golden Bear, which I also enjoy very much...thanks!
Thanks for the sub! Thank you for watching and the great comment. Sounds like a nice collection!!
@@knifetimestorythanks!😊
I lost count of alk the Buck knives I own and I'm still a Buck knife Enthusiast,
I lost count but haven't lost any Buck knives they are put up very well and secure 🔐
Great to hear from another collector! Thank you very much for watching!
Nice video. I loved the buck joke
Thank you very much! I’m glad you caught that! I tried to sneak that in!
Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to leave me a nice comment. I appreciate it.
I liked the thunder right afterwards as well....😊
I'm a performance guy. My 420hc is far out done what I thought it would. Is the S30V really that much better? If so, I may have to get a custom.
Thanks for watching.
Yes, I have found the S30V to hold an edge much longer, but is not difficult to sharpen.
I’ve watched both of your Buck videos, and all I can say is, great job on the presentation and content! You’re a gifted speaker. But I have to ask, do you have a Buck 112? If not, I think you know what to do to yourself 😉
Firstly, thank you for your kind words. Those kind of comments keep me motivated!!!
Secondly, I do not currently have a 112. Had one 30 years ago. Gave it away. Guess I’m Bucked.
If I could find a place that sold them, I would certainly buy a new one!!!
I know nothing about this guy but his attention to detail screams either Army or Navy.
Thank you…I think.
Great videos please keep them coming ! Also what are your three favorite books ?
Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate it!
1. David Baldacci “Wish You Well”
2. John Steinbeck “Travels With Charlie”
3. Greg Renoff “Van Halen Rising”
Didn’t Chuck Buck go to a different 400 series for the ease of hot stamping the blade stock ? I’m thinking 420.
I'm not sure of the reasoning behind the change from 425 to 420hc. Most likely, just like in most industries, it was less expensive and maybe easier to machine and make blades from. Who knows. Good question though.
Hi!
Your video is very informative and makes me wanna own a Buck 110. I heard they have version with Dymondwood and Crelicam Ebony wood. May you give me your advice on which 'wood' is better based on your long term experience? Thank you!
Hi,
Thanks for watching and your question. I think in this video, I mentioned the Dymondwood version, might have been a different video. Mine is the one with the finger grooves. They don't make that version anymore. All Ebony. I prefer the feel of the ebony. Much warmer feeling. Other than one, out of about 15 of mine, had an issue with the ebony swelling. I fixed that problem. It really is a stable wood. The Dymondwood just feels like plastic to me. Sure, it never shrinks or swells, but it never takes on a nice patina or personality of its own through years of use.
Another great video, Mr.Tom. Just curious how you're cutting slots...drill press with milling bits, actual mill work, or several drilled holes and file work? I'd love to have one of the drop point 110s with your thumb slot. Thank so much. Happy Easter!!
Overtime I have come up with it but I would like to consider a proprietary method. But it is not drillbits. That much I will give you. And not a plasma cutter.
I have one the tip is broken cheap steel
Yes. Very cheap steel. But, it still cuts fairly well. I carry an S30V version that is fantastic.
You can still get this knife for $60. American made. Genuine leather sheath. Incredible value for the money.
It is still a bargain at that price in my opinion.
“Go buck yourself” I quickly give a like and follow before watching anymore of the vid 😂
Thank you. I appreciate you doing that and taking the time to leave a comment to let me know.
Nice 😊
Thank you!
Is finger grove comfortable to hold Or the classic is more comfortable
Hi.
Good question. Actually, I find the class/regular model more comfortable to hole. The finger grooves make the center of the handle a little too small for me. I think they look cool, but the classic is the way to go for practical everyday use.
@@knifetimestory thanks for your response! I have been wanting a buck for many years and I think I’m going to pull the trigger before the price goes up some more! (Will take your advice to get the classic design). Two last questions, is having a buck 112 and buck 110 an over kill? , the reason I am asking is because I like the prestige and history of the buck 110/112 and believe will carry the buck 112 more often!! And do you have a video on sharpening knives cause I just bought the work shop professional precision and you seem to be very good in explaining. Of course I have not look all of your videos but if you say you do I will take the time to look for it. Thank you again for taking the time to respond 👍🏼
@willhaynie9684
Ha Ha. You are asking the wrong guy about overkill!! Well, in all seriousness, I had a 112 for maybe a month and just never bonded with it. But that does not imply that having both would be overkill. If you feel that you would want to carry a slightly smaller knife at some point, then the 112 is a nice option. But, I wear my 110 on my belt, which makes it not concealed and not an issue, even in NY. So...if I'm going to carry something that heavy, it may as well be the 110. I like the extra blade length for cutting stuff in the woods, opening mail, and just about every task in the kitchen.
Hope that helps and does not muddy the waters for you even more!!
@@knifetimestory it did not muddy the water as you say. You actually gave me a mental picture how I will be carrying both on situations. Thanks again for your response. Will continue to watch your videos to learn from it. Good day
Okay. Good. Glad all is well. Thanks for watching. Stay safe!!
I've tried drilling blades, to put on handles, or to make your thumb hole. Not even penetraring. Is there a special bit, oil, or technique you use
Drillbits won’t touch it. I may be making up a batch of these to offer for sale. We shall see. It completely voids the warranty. As long as people are cool with that, I’m cool with making them.
I will take a 4dot 110 any day.
Excellent choice!
Oh by the way, I went halfway around the world with a PUMA White Hunter in my back pack, & the girlfriend had a Rapala filet knife in her backpack. Still have the Puma Knife.
I had a red handled double lock back Puma. The main blade was a clip point, just like on a Buck 110, and the other blade was a fish scaler. Very cool knife!
The guy that sharpens the blades needs to wake up! I’ve gotten 2 buck 110’s that the person removed too much metal
Precisely! That is why I do not buy them site unseen. I have actually seen them where it look like maybe they spent 10 minutes trying to sharpen a knife and by then there’s 20 years of use gone. Whoever they train to do that, should be the one who does it all the time. A couple passes on the grinder… Done.
So do you think it’s ok to order a 110 online? Since I would like it to look nice.
Well… I believe I say in the video that I would never do that. You might get one that looks good if the seller is showing pictures of the exact knife you would receive, but you still don’t know if the lock up is good. Your best bet is to seek out a brick and mortar store that sells them.
Ok send back buck replace it if defective 😊
I would… But I never know what I’ll get back. Hence my policy of never buying one site unseen.
I go to the Buck factory store.
That sounds fun. I'd love to go.
@@knifetimestory it’s one town over west of me. When I was a young copper in Oregon we got a lot of our knives at the Gerber factory. They would sharpen them any time we stopped by. High quality in those days.
Thats cool. Maybe someday I'll take a nice long road trip and visit.
Go Buck yourself. But first, check for a loose blade and other defects mentioned in the video. Then, overlook the fact that this Legacy US knife comes with a sheath made in Mexico. Then, go directly to the Buck website rather than dealing with a distributor and notice how many models are not even available. What's with that? Is the Buck factory just a hobby? The website's kind of half-ass too. You can put a knife in your cart thinking you got lucky and found one in stock. Then, when it's time to check out, it's not available. Harley Davidson sold out their quality to AMF in the seventies. Enough employees who loved Harley's history bought it back and went back to quality. Maybe Buck will have a revelation and clean up their act. Maybe I'm wrong, but I think people are looking for the best knife and are willing to pay for it. It means very little to me how long they've been around.
This is a great comment. I look forward to visiting them some day and I'll be sure to ask about the website issues you have encountered. Along with the quality hit or miss issue as well as the burning question I have as to why the blade pivot on a big knife like the 110 is brass? Even Schrade (God rest their soul) used steel.
Buck 110 auto will open one handed.
Still looking for one. Would love to try it.
Too much brass... Weights a ton.
I love the way the brass ages. Yes they do weigh a ton. That is why I keep it in the sheath. You get used to it after a while.
I am a motherbucker sir America
Cool.
I use the brass kwick bar for one handed opening on all my 110 and 112 however the hole is very cool it reminds me of spyderco
Thank you for watching!! Glad you like the hole.