The best 110 is the one I bought and carried while I was in high school in the 1970’s. It has the ebony handles and brass bolsters of the era. It is all scratched up and has some dings to the bolsters, but it still locks up tight and sharpens easily. It was my main pocketknife all through high school. In those days, we were able to carry knives at school, and I remember how one student was even permitted to bring an ancestor’s Civil War rifle and accessories to school to show off in History Class. The teacher demonstrated firing off a musket cap in the classroom, something that would cause an attack of the vapors and clutching of pearls today.
Yea , I bought 6 of those from wallmart . $22 each . Changed the handle and did some file work and got some high profits. I have 110 in 440, 420c s30v and a few more . I love the 110s .
Thank you John ! I appreciate your thoughts on these knives,,, I don’t have many bucks, One of the few I have is a well-worn 40 year-old 110… I ended up only sharpening it and lubricating it.. it is very dark with tarnish. At first I wanted to give it the complete spa treatment… but after thinking about it, I wanted to look as old as it was. Same thing with the sheath instead of dying the black back,,, I just conditioned it …it sort of comes off as those old pickups that they put modern engines in and coat it with clear paint. Grand son has been helping me past weekend ( I used your oil after I gave the first run through with bb blaster. We did up a bunch of knives thankful that he didn’t nick himself.
I got the same basic knife - using the discount - only mine had the drop point blade. Nickel silver and dark ebony makes for great appearance on this classic👍
@@mikeadams2538 I think it’s the best combination, I never warmed up to the brass one but I’m looking forward to carrying this one today, thanks for viewing
I love all of my Buck knives. I have two custom shop models and they are the only new ones I have not had to clean and oil the pivots on when they arrived. I think your point about being mass produced versus one off knives is the difference. I am also a fan of the nickel bolsters. I am planning on ordering a custom 112 with the magnacut steel and some elk horn handles pretty soon.
Lots of tiny scratches all over those shiny Nickel bolsters? I prefer the 110 Lite Hunter.I have it and a regular version from 1994 and the Lite is my choice between those two.
I'm glad you like your new Buck 110. Hate to say it but,Bucks aren't what they used to be. You would think with all the computerized technology products in general would be BETTER quality those from days gone by, however; the opposite is true. Why is that? 1) People do not take PRIDE in their work anymore. 2) We ( as customers) have been conditioned NOT to expect top notch quality....just functional products and we SETTLE for that. Sad, actually.
@@NyfLyf73 I think the opposite is also true. The Information age has lead to more scrutinization of products. Look at the canted barrel issue with smith and Wesson revolvers. People shot for years with slightly canted barrels and never noticed, no everyone claims they have a canted barrel when they don’t even know what it means. People these days loosing sleep over non issues , I don’t think they used to be so picky back in the day
Hey John is the ebony wood smooth and does it have any grain in it? I bought a 112 from Redhill Cutlery that was a 1 of 100 knife made for a special event they had and the handles were black and rough. Didn't like it at all. Don't wanna make the same mistake again. Thanks
Buck is my favorite knife company. Bought my 110 around 1980 in the military, still have it
@@johnshifflett1722 hey John, hope all is well! Check out the new contest!
The best 110 is the one I bought and carried while I was in high school in the 1970’s. It has the ebony handles and brass bolsters of the era. It is all scratched up and has some dings to the bolsters, but it still locks up tight and sharpens easily. It was my main pocketknife all through high school. In those days, we were able to carry knives at school, and I remember how one student was even permitted to bring an ancestor’s Civil War rifle and accessories to school to show off in History Class. The teacher demonstrated firing off a musket cap in the classroom, something that would cause an attack of the vapors and clutching of pearls today.
@@johndilday1846 I brought in my Granddads SS Dagger in 5th grade
Fantastic looking knife. I'd buy it
Yea , I bought 6 of those from wallmart . $22 each .
Changed the handle and did some file work and got some high profits.
I have 110 in 440, 420c s30v and a few more . I love the 110s .
Thank you John ! I appreciate your thoughts on these knives,,, I don’t have many bucks, One of the few I have is a well-worn 40 year-old 110… I ended up only sharpening it and lubricating it.. it is very dark with tarnish. At first I wanted to give it the complete spa treatment… but after thinking about it, I wanted to look as old as it was. Same thing with the sheath instead of dying the black back,,, I just conditioned it …it sort of comes off as those old pickups that they put modern engines in and coat it with clear paint.
Grand son has been helping me past weekend ( I used your oil after I gave the first run through with bb blaster.
We did up a bunch of knives thankful that he didn’t nick himself.
A great Blade at a great Price! Cannot beat these for sure!
Great looking 110 and nicely priced too. Stay safe in the storm. 🙏
Buck 110 is great. I hope you stay safe!
I like the nickel silver, looks good! Keep us posted, just to let us know you’re good. Stay safe and thanks for the video!
I got the same basic knife - using the discount - only mine had the drop point blade. Nickel silver and dark ebony makes for great appearance on this classic👍
@@mikeadams2538 I think it’s the best combination, I never warmed up to the brass one but I’m looking forward to carrying this one today, thanks for viewing
Great choice.
It looks very nice.
@@mutstumbo I’m likeing it so far
Sweet 110 John. Great price too. That combination looks awesome. Me need one. 👍👍🇺🇲
@@steveg.1502 make sure to get a coupon code , save some money
I love all of my Buck knives. I have two custom shop models and they are the only new ones I have not had to clean and oil the pivots on when they arrived. I think your point about being mass produced versus one off knives is the difference. I am also a fan of the nickel bolsters. I am planning on ordering a custom 112 with the magnacut steel and some elk horn handles pretty soon.
I have the brass 110 and it is my most carried knife.
Stay safe during the storm. 🙏
@@mutstumbo do you carry in the sheath or just in your pocket?
I carry the 110 in the sheath. Saves room in the pocket. I have a slip that is interchangeable for my 55 and prince.
Nice one! I have the brass/ebony version w/s30v. Nice choice you made!
@@Dan_Akins thanks. It feels great in the hand with the ebony
Love the ebony wood with the nickel bolster.
@@Cooks-carvings thanks for checking it out
Looks real good. Great choice. Are you doing ok with the weather John?
@@calebsmith7907 so far so good, rain started so not going outside right now. Hope to see the storm surge later and get it on film
I miss my Buck knives!!!
FYI, Ebony Wood is so dense. It is one of the rare woods That sinks in water.
@@danmartin5504 it has a very nice feel to it
Lots of tiny scratches all over those shiny Nickel bolsters? I prefer the 110 Lite Hunter.I have it and a regular version from 1994 and the Lite is my choice between those two.
I'm glad you like your new Buck 110. Hate to say it but,Bucks aren't what they used to be. You would think with all the computerized technology products in general would be BETTER quality those from days gone by, however; the opposite is true. Why is that? 1) People do not take PRIDE in their work anymore. 2) We ( as customers) have been conditioned NOT to expect top notch quality....just functional products and we SETTLE for that. Sad, actually.
@@NyfLyf73 I think the opposite is also true. The Information age has lead to more scrutinization of products. Look at the canted barrel issue with smith and Wesson revolvers. People shot for years with slightly canted barrels and never noticed, no everyone claims they have a canted barrel when they don’t even know what it means. People these days loosing sleep over non issues , I don’t think they used to be so picky back in the day
Good choice, but I favor the 112 for the shorter blade.
@@ringaleavo that will be my next one
@@JohnKlahr The Sport is screwed together, aluminum bolsters,1/2 the weight of the brass/nickel version.
Hey John is the ebony wood smooth and does it have any grain in it? I bought a 112 from Redhill Cutlery that was a 1 of 100 knife made for a special event they had and the handles were black and rough. Didn't like it at all. Don't wanna make the same mistake again. Thanks
@@MountainManKnives64 it’s very smooth but does have very slight grain as it is wood , but no deep grain. Hope that helps.
@@JohnKlahr Thanks!
Good choice…..but you should get the 112 with the same features so you have the pair.
@@andrewtaylor6335 I plan on it, just have a couple other knives to get first
I have the 110 with brass bolsters.
@@h4rry4x44 and ebony wood?
@@JohnKlahr Yes.I paid $36 for it at Walmart back in 2008. USA made.
Made in the USA!
@@Camera1931-p5v yes it is