I bought my first Buck 110 around 1978. My ex wife wound up with it, & I have her knife from the early 1980's. I carried it while in the military, and for a few years after. It never let me down, and i kind of abused it by using the butt as a hammer a few times.
A 1979 LB7 is my preferred outdoors, woods, and truck knife in winter. I like the Buck 110 a lot, but the reason I prefer the LB7 in winter is the much larger lockbar release area. It is very glove friendly.
Back when I was a pup in the 1970's everyone made a "Buck Knife" - Case, Western, Schrade, Puma... "imitation being the most sincerest form of flattery." A "Buck Knife" adorned the belt of just about every outdoorsman, blue collar worker and boy scout back then. My first "Buck Knife" was an Uncle Henry. Later I would add the Western 541 and eventually getting a genuine Buck 110... and then a bunch more 110's in a variety of flavors (drop points, different handle scales, etc.). I doubt there is a knife design that will ever match the enduring popularity of the Buck 110. It not only looks great it is a great knife.
buck did not invent that knife shape. it is just the case et al 1910s sodbuster done in brass which is itself a slicked down canoe . buck popularized the canoe/sodbuster by making the handles out of brass , no wizardry nothing innovational nothing special
@@carmineredd1198 I think the feature that popularized the Buck 110 is/was the lockback. Its size, shape and asethetic appeal no doubt contributed and propelled it to its iconic status. Certainly the DNA of other knives is part of the folding hunter heritage. The Buck 110 was a big step forward in that evolution.
It’s would be really cool if someone would buy the Schrade old timer name and company and start making all these knives in the USA again. I think they wouldn’t be able to keep up with demand.
I've always been a buck 110 guy, but I don't mind the schrades either. I'd like to get one of those old USA made models, I think they're pretty good looking knives. Especially that cave bear, I like the old timer sawcut delrin. It's really cool that you have all three of the different schrade models in that size. Great collection. Cheers, buddy.
They are classics. I only have 2 of these but will be getting more. I am hopping Santa brings me a 110 but that depends on how good I’ve been. My future hunt for Lockbacks Hunters will interesting as You’ve given me the scent now. Great video brother keep them coming 🔪👍.
I have a Schrade LB7 that I bought when I was in high school in the late 1980s and a Buck 110 that I bought just a few years ago, and despite the LB7 being a little heavier (my scale gives the same weights as the one in the video), I actually prefer the way it feels in my hand. It's just a matter of personal preference and what I'm accustomed to, though, because they're both very good knives. I've heard there are some quality issues with newer Chinese made Schrades, but you really can't go wrong with these older USA made knives. So if you're going to buy a new one these days, you'd probably want to go with the Buck, but older Schrades are definitely worth a look as well.
Personally I don't think any similar knives really compare to the Buck 110 that started it all, but that's because Buck just has such a commitment to this model and every change they've ever made to it has been for the better with no compromise to it's quality. The MSRP just went up last year which I know will put some people off, but I'm glad they did it because it was always more knife than you were paying for and I would hate to see them compromise it's quality. I think the biggest reason why the Schrade offerings were able to get right up there in popularity with Buck is because they were thinner behind the edge and easier to sharpen than the early 110's before the edge 2000 grind and 425m then 420hc blade steels. It seems a lot of people had trouble getting a good edge on their 110's because most people just had carborundum and soft Arkansas stones.
I have a lot of knives. Until recently, there really was no rhyme or reason to my collection, other than “…oh! I like that one!!…”, and I would get it. I’ve become enamored with more traditional fixed and folding knives. Hence, I been getting more slip joint and lock-back knives. Yes, Buck has made a formidable foundation for itself. But, among the finest examples I have of lock-backs, are those from the 60’s, 70’s, and early 80’s. Schrade LB series are awesome, in spite of some of their mechanical and metal-to-metal movements. Thus far, my favorite lock-back is an early example of a Western 541. It is, by far, the best functioning, best “feeling-right-in-hand”, and best looking from the factory lock-back of the bunch. Hard to believe they made them that good and could not continue to be a successful company 😢
I have both the lb7 made in the USA in the late 1970s which I got in 1980 as a present and the Buck 110. While I like both, I prefer the former as it opens easier.
While walking around a festival in Ellenville I stoped at a knife guy. The old timer said he worked for schrade for 40 years and when buck got back ordered on 110 schrade would make them for buck.
The biggest difference is In the material and the heat treat. Paul Bos and buck have a mastery of classic knife steels. So you can expect a much more durable edge on a buck over a schrade
I started off with a Sharpe Brand Lock back that was similar to the Buck110 but alot cheaper I think it was 14 bucks at Kmart I used it for a good 6 years then just starting carring a cheap remington lock back that was alot smaller.
Yup. And I have one of those in mint condition. It was in the original packaging until a few years ago when I opened it. Yes, it would have had a lot more value unopened, but I don't care. I inherited it from my dad, so I opened it and carry it sometimes.
I have some of these in my collection, but no USA made Schrade’s sadly. (Only slip joints so far.) My Buck 110 is far nicer. They are fun to collect even though I can’t legally carry them here.
The largest difference between Schrade and Buck is the Buck's hollow grind is taller and deeper. The Made in China 7-OT are solid, they use 7cr, but they hold an edge, I sharpened mine on wet stones up to 15k. Shiny.😱
I've never seen the point of Buck 110 knock offs. The 110 isn't that expensive and Buck's steel is better than any of the competitors. The fit and finish is better too. Spend $10 or $20 more and get the real deal.
Most people don’t know this but schrade made bucks folding knives back in the day. Camillus also made knives for buck.
1000% correct!
I bought my first Buck 110 around 1978. My ex wife wound up with it, & I have her knife from the early 1980's. I carried it while in the military, and for a few years after. It never let me down, and i kind of abused it by using the butt as a hammer a few times.
I can say the same using the buck as a hammer. It’s still going strong!
A 1979 LB7 is my preferred outdoors, woods, and truck knife in winter. I like the Buck 110 a lot, but the reason I prefer the LB7 in winter is the much larger lockbar release area. It is very glove friendly.
Great collection I love them all
Back when I was a pup in the 1970's everyone made a "Buck Knife" - Case, Western, Schrade, Puma... "imitation being the most sincerest form of flattery."
A "Buck Knife" adorned the belt of just about every outdoorsman, blue collar worker and boy scout back then. My first "Buck Knife" was an Uncle Henry. Later I would add the Western 541 and eventually getting a genuine Buck 110... and then a bunch more 110's in a variety of flavors (drop points, different handle scales, etc.). I doubt there is a knife design that will ever match the enduring popularity of the Buck 110. It not only looks great it is a great knife.
buck did not invent that knife shape. it is just the case et al 1910s sodbuster done in brass which is itself a slicked down canoe . buck popularized the canoe/sodbuster by making the handles out of brass , no wizardry nothing innovational nothing special
@@carmineredd1198 I think the feature that popularized the Buck 110 is/was the lockback. Its size, shape and asethetic appeal no doubt contributed and propelled it to its iconic status. Certainly the DNA of other knives is part of the folding hunter heritage. The Buck 110 was a big step forward in that evolution.
Agree
It’s would be really cool if someone would buy the Schrade old timer name and company and start making all these knives in the USA again. I think they wouldn’t be able to keep up with demand.
I've always been a buck 110 guy, but I don't mind the schrades either. I'd like to get one of those old USA made models, I think they're pretty good looking knives. Especially that cave bear, I like the old timer sawcut delrin. It's really cool that you have all three of the different schrade models in that size. Great collection. Cheers, buddy.
Thanks David! They all are really solid. The delrin on the USA made Schrades looks great
you mean 4, you forgot the bearhead ...
Nice video as usual Mr B
They are classics. I only have 2 of these but will be getting more. I am hopping Santa brings me a 110 but that depends on how good I’ve been. My future hunt for Lockbacks Hunters will interesting as You’ve given me the scent now. Great video brother keep them coming 🔪👍.
Which two do you have Toad?
I have the Uncle Henry and the Old Timer 🔪🔪🔪🔪
I have a Schrade LB7 that I bought when I was in high school in the late 1980s and a Buck 110 that I bought just a few years ago, and despite the LB7 being a little heavier (my scale gives the same weights as the one in the video), I actually prefer the way it feels in my hand. It's just a matter of personal preference and what I'm accustomed to, though, because they're both very good knives. I've heard there are some quality issues with newer Chinese made Schrades, but you really can't go wrong with these older USA made knives. So if you're going to buy a new one these days, you'd probably want to go with the Buck, but older Schrades are definitely worth a look as well.
I have the same knife, except mine was made in the USA in the late 1970s.
The buck 110 the original and best .
Agreed!
Sorry I like buck but schrade to me is better made . Now that just me both are well made knifes
Buck's had tremendous influence on the folding knife industry. They say that imitation is the best form of flattery, all very good knives!
That’s what they say and I couldn’t agree more!
buck only copied the 1910s sodbuster and made it with brass handles buck did not invent the pattern
Personally I don't think any similar knives really compare to the Buck 110 that started it all, but that's because Buck just has such a commitment to this model and every change they've ever made to it has been for the better with no compromise to it's quality.
The MSRP just went up last year which I know will put some people off, but I'm glad they did it because it was always more knife than you were paying for and I would hate to see them compromise it's quality.
I think the biggest reason why the Schrade offerings were able to get right up there in popularity with Buck is because they were thinner behind the edge and easier to sharpen than the early 110's before the edge 2000 grind and 425m then 420hc blade steels.
It seems a lot of people had trouble getting a good edge on their 110's because most people just had carborundum and soft Arkansas stones.
I have a lot of knives. Until recently, there really was no rhyme or reason to my collection, other than “…oh! I like that one!!…”, and I would get it. I’ve become enamored with more traditional fixed and folding knives. Hence, I been getting more slip joint and lock-back knives. Yes, Buck has made a formidable foundation for itself. But, among the finest examples I have of lock-backs, are those from the 60’s, 70’s, and early 80’s. Schrade LB series are awesome, in spite of some of their mechanical and metal-to-metal movements. Thus far, my favorite lock-back is an early example of a Western 541. It is, by far, the best functioning, best “feeling-right-in-hand”, and best looking from the factory lock-back of the bunch. Hard to believe they made them that good and could not continue to be a successful company 😢
I have both the lb7 made in the USA in the late 1970s which I got in 1980 as a present and the Buck 110. While I like both, I prefer the former as it opens easier.
While walking around a festival in Ellenville I stoped at a knife guy. The old timer said he worked for schrade for 40 years and when buck got back ordered on 110 schrade would make them for buck.
Nice one of my favorites
The biggest difference is In the material and the heat treat. Paul Bos and buck have a mastery of classic knife steels. So you can expect a much more durable edge on a buck over a schrade
I started off with a Sharpe Brand Lock back that was similar to the Buck110 but alot cheaper I think it was 14 bucks at Kmart
I used it for a good 6 years then just starting carring a cheap remington lock back that was alot smaller.
The Camillus made Sears brand has an identical frame to the Buck with a Schrade blade. Basically it's a cross between a Buck and a Schrade.
Yup. And I have one of those in mint condition. It was in the original packaging until a few years ago when I opened it. Yes, it would have had a lot more value unopened, but I don't care. I inherited it from my dad, so I opened it and carry it sometimes.
I like the Bear Paw, prefer wood to Delrin. Would love to get a USA made one.
Wonder if Buck sued Schrade for copying the design?
I was wondering the same thing. Maybe the patent expired and it was open season for schrade?
As great and iconic as the Buck 110 is, I have always preferred the USA made Schrade
The LB7 is a tank!
Good we video pall
Rockwell hardness?
The Buck has shorter bolsters on the front and rear. Different enough not to be an exact copy.
I have some of these in my collection, but no USA made Schrade’s sadly. (Only slip joints so far.) My Buck 110 is far nicer. They are fun to collect even though I can’t legally carry them here.
The largest difference between Schrade and Buck is the Buck's hollow grind is taller and deeper.
The Made in China 7-OT are solid, they use 7cr, but they hold an edge, I sharpened mine on wet stones up to 15k. Shiny.😱
Nice! You’re right though, I didn’t really notice the different grinds, thanks!
Do you have a sticker
And can I get one.
Sadly I haven’t made any stickers yet
@@MrBarlow thank. Anyway.
I've never seen the point of Buck 110 knock offs. The 110 isn't that expensive and Buck's steel is better than any of the competitors. The fit and finish is better too. Spend $10 or $20 more and get the real deal.
Your 7OT looks like it has a carbon blade. Does not have the + for stainless mark on it.