I carried one for about 8-9 months in Nam. I had asked her to send me a Bowie knife and not knowing in 1967 what one was, they sold her the Buck Special. It did not have the heft I wanted for chopping . It stayed sharp enough and by getting far back on the handle with a couple fingers and thumb, I was able to chop down , up rights for my mosquito net and chop open coconuts. Sadly lost it on way back to base camp, as I had it in my cargo pants and it must jiggled out in the jeep , to the air strip in forward base camp. I had my name engraved on it, when I got out of the hospital in Quin Nhon . Old combat Vet.
@@ReichenbachEsq , No, I thought I would, but I did not. I figured I did not really have a use for that knife, I have bought a couple Bowie called knives , because of the heft I could chop brush in the woods and did a lot of clearing with one of them.
I tried the 119 as my only hunting knife this year. Turns out it is one the best game dressing and processing knives I've used! I'm usually the 3-4 inch blade advocate, but I really enjoyed the extra blade length. I've been using this primarily for camping, bushcraft, and EDC since 1994. It edge retention for the price is mind boggling. Absolutely incredible. Take a look at the Buck Frontiersman.
Can confirm the handle is very resistant to heat. Our house burnt down a couple years ago and I believe it’s either this knife or the 110 was in the house during the fire. It was in its sheath and during the fire it burnt the sheath off of the knife but didn’t do a single thing to the actual knife, it’s still as sharp today as it was before the fire and the handle took zero damage. The knife looks like it never went through a fire.
"May not be the best for cleaning game" That's precisely what this knife is designed for. It's why everything is smooth and non-porous. It's intended to clean/skin kills. For the price and availability, the Buck 119 is hard to beat. But the knife is especially nostalgic for me, simply for the fact it was the first fixed blade I wanted as a child. There's just something about that beautiful onyx and silver design. So elegant and minimal. I've always appreciated something well engineered. For me, that's the buck 119.
@@CertifiedShovelOperator It's not that hard to believe. Two of my uncles (on separate side of the family) brought these into 'nam, as well as several vets that have commented in this section. Not the ideal general purpose knife, but by all accounts it did well enough.
Got one of these back in the late 70s when I was in Boy Scouts .It saved my life one time ..I was slipping off a bluff and I used it to dig down in the dirt to stop me from going off.. Yes it helped me make Eagle Scout too .
lucky you lmao I was in boy scouts a few years ago for about two years, and when I was in there even if you had all the qualifications, you weren’t allowed to carry a knife with a blade longer than 4 inches so its surprising to learn that rule wasn’t always in place
we weren’t allowed fixed blades by the time I was a scout (late 80’s/90’s) but among the older guys almost everyone had a Buck 110 and usually a victorinox in the pocket.
This is the Great example of value, quality, and durability. This knife 🔪 is the zenith of an all around tool. People used it for decades to do everything, I saw this excel on Mount Everest!
Classic. My very first fixed blade sheath knife was Buck 119. Long before anyone starting pounding knives through logs, the Buck knife was synonymous with outdoors, hunting, adventure and survival. My knife is 40 years old, not rust, no tarnish, looks great and performs like a knife should. BTW: always thought it was kind of foolish to chop logs with a knife. Hatchet, ax or machete are much better.
@@docd-monik4380 then I would want a radio or a phone to call for help or an entire backpack full of stuff to use including the Buck 119 what situation are you gonna face where you have none of your other tools except your knife
I've had one of these since I was a teenager in the 80s.. It and the 110 were status symbols where I grew up. I have some high dollar knives but I love my Buck 119 and 110..
I have a 1970 Buck 110, along with a couple of late 80's versions. The 70 holds an edge much better, but I love them all. I also have a 1986 Gerber MK II... That was my carry knife for many years in Alaska. I heard Gerber started making them again, but that they were not of the same quality.
@@michaelcolloton6971 Much like the Nessmuck and early Kephart knives, it isn't built to kill grizzly bears, lol. It will however do most of the chores people camping need to do.
I’m 70 years old. I have owned several 119 Bucks. Sold some, gave some away, have two now that are keeping! Wouldn’t have a bug- out pack without one. Basically carry one every day on my belt now. They have never let me down or disappoint me in every way! I highly recommend them! Also I have a couple of Buck 110 folding hunters carry both sometime make perfect combination. Note! I always carry a hatchet and hand saw and machete in my gear! Need different tools for different tasks! Never forget that! Maintain equipment take care of it and it will take care of you! Amen. Good video buddy! Enjoy it!
I met the Owners of buck knives at Smoky Mountain Knife Works a couple years ago. And talk to them and tell them I own quite a few of their knives especially the 119.I got it, About 27 years ago same age as my daughter. I've carried that knife everywhere especially when I go in the backcountry sometimes in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is a great iconic design and what does it resemble. A Bowie knife, a small Bowie knife. But for a long time Bowie knives were what a lot outdoors men carried in this country, that in a butcher knife. All the way from his concept Jim Bowie first knife. Mountain Man Texas frontiersmen Riverboat gamblers. And the list goes on. Has also become one of the most iconic hunting knife. I also have a general 120 with Coca- Bola wood. I tell you it's a beautiful knife. So nice looking at you just don't want to mess it up. But it's a work knife. Your idea of Revisited videos and Revisited products is a great idea. It means you had them long-term and use them and you know more about him than you did on the first video great concept.
Among the many things I like about your channel is that you give proper respect to two of the most iconic brands ever Victorinox an d Buck. Thank you, sir.
Nice review! My 2 cents is the same as many others. Bought my 119 in ‘79 and a 110 a few years later. The 119 has served me well for over 40 years. I don’t hunt without it. I cracked the handle many years ago throwing it in near zero degree temperatures. I made a new handle for it out of apple wood. Used the old handle as a pattern. It functions the same only looks nicer.
I've had the 119 since 1983. It has never failed me, staying sharp, providing excellent sharpness, and managing whatever task I demanded on it it. About as near a perfect multi-purpose knife I've ever owned.
The way this kind of knife came to be was during ww2 when the founder of Buck knives was a preacher and made fighting knives in the basement of the church he went to to send over seas. I have met individuals who customize this particular knife for fighting and self defense. primarily sharpen the false edge on the clip point, and using sandpaper to rough the plastic handle up to make a better grip.
Agreed. Very strong knife. The only people who break them are doing something the knife is not intended for. Its a hunting, skinning and combat knife. Its not a axe, or machete. 😎😎😎
I am totally new to knives. I bought a Buck 120 as a companion knife. The phenolic grip gave me a slippery feeling. I put non-slip tape on some parts of the handle and now the grip is very strong without gloves. In prolonged use, I would wear gloves. What do you think of this solution ?
You are right about the upswept point and using it for cleaning game. It is very easy to inadvertently nick a gut during the process. I took it and lowered the point to just a degree or so down, creating a very slight dropped point. Much more useable for gutting and it didn't hurt the ''camp knife'' scenario. I forgot to mention that I did this over 35 years ago, it's still going strong & sharp.
I've had that same rig for about 26 years or so. I've dressed and processed well over 75 deer, 3 elk, countless squirrels, rabbits and fish with it. I beat the hell out it but it looks like new still. When it was brand new I had an issue with a small part if the blade chipping on bone but nothing major and once I sharpened it a few dozen times that issue was gone. It hold an edge like no other knife I've ever had. It's perfect for my uses.
Got this knife as a Father’s Day gift a few years ago and I was really amazed at how sharp it was and how well it cuts. It’s definitely a great camp knife.
Yes exactly ive never bought a knife and was already razor sharp i opened the box up and instantly shaved my hair on my arm ive always had to sharpen them first
Great review. I have one in a limited edition rubberised grip. It’s been by my side for approximately 26 years, seeing most of it’s extensive use in such places like the jungles of Nepal where tigers still roam free. Absolutely love and trust Buck 👍🏼
I think the thing about this and many other Bucks is that they are absolutely wicked meat slicing knives. And it's very easy to clean and disinfect when covered in blood and guts unlike many other knives. The blade geometry is basically a combination of a k- bar and a straight razor. I know it's best left unsaid but it would be pretty evil in a self-defense situation.
Fellow outdoorsmen I have owned this knive for over 30 years and it is a very nice part of my collection and rotation. Affordable and durable serves the purpose for hunting and camping needs . Enjoy the outdoors !
This is the knive i brought home from my first visit to the States 13 years ago. Got it for something like 25 Dollars at Walmart. Never let me Down and still looks almost like new.
I’m ARVN, bought a Buck knife 119 in 1967 from PX in Lack Land AFB . 1975 I brought it back to USA , now I still have it as great souvenir for hunting.
I have had one for forty years. I had used my fathers WW2 combat knife for hunting. My Grandfather gave me his Case knife, but it was an original Case not a Case brothers. It is one of the first 100 knives Case made and worth to much to use. I was going to buy a Puma hunter but didn’t want to spend the money. Didn’t have much then. My new wife came home with the buck. I used it on a lot of deer and a couple elk. I used it to break back hips by pounding it on the hip bone to break them. The knife has always worked great. Easy to sharpen and holds and edge. I have used it for camping and other activities. I love the blade guard and never felt the need to buy a knife to replace it. Quality knife.
I bought a Buck 119 when I was 17 yrs old (1979). I carried it on my hip all thru the 1980's riding with outlaw motorcycle clubs, and it served me very well & saved my hide more than once. I still have my old 119, & though I don't carry it anymore it's a treasured part of my collection & has great memories wrapped up in it!
I've had mine for over,40 years,ground and filed the top hand guard level with the handle. Its been sharped dulked and sharped again many times. Cleaned many deer and other game,been on many canoe and fishing trips. Feels like an old friend.
Had a 105 Pathfinder since 1988, and picked up my 119 in 93. Never go hunting, fishing, or camping without the pair. Use the 105 for detail and fine work, and the 119 is my sternum popper, since 1997, when I found a broad head in a buck that I was field dressing, the hard way. Almost took my right pinky off, reaching in to remove the trachea and esophagus. Now I run the 119 along the sternum, and prop the ribs open with a stick. For a traction aid, skateboard tape on the handle. Good grip and retention, even with wet hands.
I still have mine since 1978. Great knife! Like you said, it’s not the best for control inside a deer carcass, but there are lots of camp activities that it makes short work of. I just broke out some Mothers Mag Polish on it today, and have it shining like a new dime!
I've had mine for 40 years dressed out multiple bucks and bulls with out no problems! Have a large knife collection and hands down the 119 is the best one i own! And it will be a family heirloom!,
I toggle between the 119 and 105 depending on how long a trek I’m taking. Both great knives. These hollow grind knives are great alternatives to scandi grind knives.
So I live in the city. I was recently mugged. I’ve been considering getting something to help appear more intimidating. 1. Is that foolish to think? 2. If not, would this be a good knife to do the job?
I bumped into one of these at a local Walmart a few years ago, paid under $50 for it, and I love it. It's a great companion to my little Buck 102 that I bought 44 years ago. Frankly, I have found the 102 to be more practical for camp and hunting jobs, but the way the 119 fits my hand is just a joy. I have a bunch of different Moras also, hard to beat for the price, but there really is nothing (retail) quite like a good old Buck knife, in my humble opinion.
Have owned this knife since I was 18 I'm now 49 so i would say it has great longevity definitely needs to be paired with a good pocket knife though like you said it is limited
Rick Templeton - yeah they have diversified over the years. Automotive, small appliances, tools, sporting goods, garden center, paint, hardware etc, bit of everything.
@@ricktempleton3415 it's called Canadian Tire but it's almost like a Wal mart with more higher end products and more/better sporting goods, hunting, fishing, automotive/home appliances it's a great store
I have many, MANY, knives. My buck 119, 110 and case trapper will always be my favorites. Everytime I get my 119 out I alway smile a little, it's my deer hunting knife and it works very well for cleaning and butchering. I've made many memories with this knife.
Fantastic! Great review. I was gifted one 10 + years ago by my father and it has seen lots of hiking, camping and fishing trips. It’s surprisingly tough and very slicy! Pretty rust resistant too. I am a knife snob now, but I wouldn’t give that one up for any lt wright or dark timber! #gifts #memories
I bought one of these in 79 at the PX at Yakima Firing Center in Wa state when I was in the Canadian Army. They were kind of a fashion statement for many of us. Still going strong & used on many a camping trip since then. Not a sign of rust on it either and the leather on the sheath bears up pretty good too👍
Over 20 yrs on mines & yeah , they don't stay sharp for long . Camp , Hog knife, can opener . Mines handle got mangled and cracked which was replaced with a Dixie Gun Works Buffalo horn blank .
Ive owned/ used lots of fixed blade knives including the gerber strong arm, many of schrades knives, and the kabars, and I have to say I’ve had this 119 a while and I’ve never replaced it since 2019, I’ve killed many Feral Hogs with it skinned lots of hogs and squirrels, it’s a very capable and well designed knife it’s tougher than people think, I am proud to say I own a Buck 119, I would recommend wrapping the handle though.. moisture can make it a bit slick. I tried skateboard tape but that fell off, so far a bicycle tube has worked best for me
Bought 1 little over a decade ago. Owned it for a few months, loved it so much I bought the mini version. The mini ( i call it needle ) goes everywhere with me. Whether its on my belt or in my boot. Its a invaluable part of my everyday including having to use it several times for self defense purposes.
My father always carried a buck 110 on his belt and had a western sheath knife or a buck sheath knife when needed. Thanks for bringing out an American classic.
I have a special edition of this knife I got from A.G.Russel with a gorgeous Cocobolo handle, brass pummel & guard & an upgraded really nice Brown leather sheath. It will always be my grab & go SHTF woods knife. Been carrying the Buck 110 folder on my belt since the 70's. The knife that changed the knife world. I'm on my 2nd one. Gonna send the original one in since they have a lifetime warranty, alot of sentimental value with my first one I bought after completing my N.O.L.S. mountaineering school in the North Cascades in Wa. The model 55 pocket knife,... the baby buck is always in my right front pocket. I will Live & die with Buck knives on my belt & in my pocket. Old School is Cool School.
This was the fixed blade Les Stroud carried during his early Survivorman shows. I remember him stabbing a lot of things with it and it never had a problem.
I have owned this knife for almost 25 years (a gift from my Papa) and have done just about everything you could do (good and bad) to a knife and this has held up to it all. When I was younger, I didn't really care what it looked like, as long as I kept it sharp and rust free. Recently, I've buffed out the scratches and purchased a new sheath and it looks brand spanking new. Maybe I'm a little biased and sentimental but this is one of my all time favorite knives. Plus, c'mon, it looks BEA-UTIFUL.
Kills me when he says $50, now in 2023 it is $75. But still a great value. I have wanted one since i was a kid in the 70s, and just now bought myself one. Wish I had gotten one sooner!
i mowed a lot of yards when i was a kid to get one of these knives. think i was around 13 or 14. im 40 now still got it. still one of my favorites. the sheath molded to nothing in storage but the knife is still 100 %.
Great video! 🗡️ 🎉 Got mine back in 2020 as a prepper/survival knife. 🔪 After my Dad passed. I was left with my mother to take care of things at home. 🏠 I went on a shopping spree and got this knife at Menards, along with alot of other camping/survival gear! My dad was always into prepping and "bugging in' type stuff.😅 Now my Ma got me into getting prepared and getting a bug out bag etc... Been goin strong these few years and dont even feel a need to "upgrade"!!😂 Although i am looking at a Khukuri as my next knife!!😂 Maybe a really nice hatchet 🪓 in the future as well!!🎉
I’ve had a Buck 119 for almost 20 years. I still throw it in my rotation. QuickTip, when you’re making your feathers, use the belly of the knife. You will get way better curls.
My 119 is a 'found on ground' acquisition during the winter of 2013. Probably wasn't there for more than a few months, but the weather did it no harm. Built in 1988, an hour with a stone and a new sheath from Buck and it was good to go.
Hey man, new subscriber here. Nice to find another Christian brother out there telling it like it is. Interesting review on a great "old" knife. May I ask what state you're in? The scenery in some shots looks like my place in Maine.
Every time when I'm in the woods there's all these conveniently lying around logs to be batoned. They're just everywhere. No dead fall just conveniently length logs. 😆😆😆
I scraped 60 years of varnish finished oil off my first rescue table with a well-honed 119. I have other tools now, but it was like a set of French Curves for a hunting knife. I loved how long it kept its edge. I sharpened it watching this because it was so long ago. Nicely done.
I have a wood handled Buck 119 that I really like as a camp knife. Not what I want to field dress a whitetail (way too large), but for other chores it holds it's own.
I've had one for many years, my dad gave it to me for Christmas when i was a kid. I gave one to my nephew for Christmas last year. This is a great knife that you can pass down to your kids. Very well made I don't think it can be beat on quality and price.
Still got mine that my dad gave me in the early 80’s. The perfect first hunting/camping knife. I don’t like the newer sheath that is rounded on one side, but that’s nitpicking a bit.
@@smuckwap 100% ! I like the flat, sewed all around thick sheath way better. I just bought 5 early 1900’s case xx, western, and Queen knives that have flat sheaths too. I had a case xxx boot knife I bought back in 83 that cost me about 400 bucks back then, and would be worth a butt load now stolen. I hate thieves liars and cheats ! As far as the trade goes, I’ll have to pass on that one, lol !
For hunting I prefer that the handle isn't textured the way it’s designed makes it easy to clean blood off in the field after your finished with your field dressing it works well for hunting. I’de like to see a review on the buck pro pursuit with the s35vn steel with the 4.5 fixed blade some time if possible
I bought this knife brand new from Walmart about 15 years ago, and it came with a Fabric-Like outside the sheeth and Hard Plastic inside the Sheeth. When knife is inserted into sheeth, if shaken, it rattles LOUD like a mofo. I absolutely love the knife. But I would prefer the leather sheeth that my fathers 119 from the 70s came with. Oh well. Sounds like maybe they went back to leather as stated in this video. I hope so. Who the hell knows.
Yes the handle is a bit slick. So, get some of the shrink fit tubing, that goes over Cork handles of fishing poles. Or some hockey/tennis racket grip tape, its an easy fix. 30 dollars for that dangler. I will make my own, its a good idea though.
@@beeamerica5024 let me know brother I carry a kabar 1211 now i've had my eyes on a khhi Nepal kukri for the woods and keeping this for EDC but I'm always open to everything
Recently purchased this knife and it is solid. I cut a 3-1/2" piece of a BELL 700C bicycle inner tube and with patience got it into place, fits perfectly. This easily addressed any slick handle concern. Be careful knife came razor sharp and I got small nick on finger by not paying attention! This solution was mentioned in the episode and I can hardily recommend it. TimO
As a kid I always eye balled these in the Sears catalog and any time we were at the sporting good store. I finally picked one up last year just because. I think I will break it out and use it at camp this year. We will see if it holds up to all my youthful dreams. lol...
I’ve had mine for 30 years. It has cleaned 27 deer, cut countless kindling bundles, been sharpened, dulled and sharpened again. I love it.
Does the blade wobble at all? Or is it super solid
@@sup4904 no the blade does not wobble.
I put one on my plate rig. It will do
I could guess 2/3 of the 30 years you got skunked deer hunting.96, 99?
Unseasonably cold 96, unseasonably warm 99.
Two of mine.
I mean to say :"3 years " sounds like 27 went well.
I live in the Alaskan back country for 11 years with this blade in my rig.
It's going to he my new Alaskan blade very soon
It’s like a 69 mustang, a perfect design that needs no changing
Good comparison
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@@enzowarren9832 I love your name
Needs a better handle material
Is it still in making?knife i mean
I have one here in Kuwait. I bought it from Walmart when I visited the US few years back
@@oldwarmonger8750 good luck to you too
Do they sell any U.S.-made knives in Kuwait? What kind of knives are available there?
I carried one for about 8-9 months in Nam. I had asked her to send me a Bowie knife and not knowing in 1967 what one was, they sold her the Buck Special. It did not have the heft I wanted for chopping . It stayed sharp enough and by getting far back on the handle with a couple fingers and thumb, I was able to chop down , up rights for my mosquito net and chop open coconuts.
Sadly lost it on way back to base camp, as I had it in my cargo pants and it must jiggled out in the jeep , to the air strip in forward base camp.
I had my name engraved on it, when I got out of the hospital in Quin Nhon .
Old combat Vet.
victor castle Did you ever replace it?
Awesome!!.....I love hearing Vietnam stories.......My uncle used one too in Vietnam
@@ReichenbachEsq , No, I thought I would, but I did not. I figured I did not really have a use for that knife, I have bought a couple Bowie called knives , because of the heft I could chop brush in the woods and did a lot of clearing with one of them.
Amazing Story 🫡🫡
Gold story, sir.
I tried the 119 as my only hunting knife this year. Turns out it is one the best game dressing and processing knives I've used! I'm usually the 3-4 inch blade advocate, but I really enjoyed the extra blade length. I've been using this primarily for camping, bushcraft, and EDC since 1994. It edge retention for the price is mind boggling. Absolutely incredible. Take a look at the Buck Frontiersman.
Can confirm the handle is very resistant to heat. Our house burnt down a couple years ago and I believe it’s either this knife or the 110 was in the house during the fire. It was in its sheath and during the fire it burnt the sheath off of the knife but didn’t do a single thing to the actual knife, it’s still as sharp today as it was before the fire and the handle took zero damage. The knife looks like it never went through a fire.
"May not be the best for cleaning game" That's precisely what this knife is designed for. It's why everything is smooth and non-porous. It's intended to clean/skin kills. For the price and availability, the Buck 119 is hard to beat. But the knife is especially nostalgic for me, simply for the fact it was the first fixed blade I wanted as a child. There's just something about that beautiful onyx and silver design. So elegant and minimal. I've always appreciated something well engineered. For me, that's the buck 119.
His statement is accurate. Its a fantastic jack of all trades knife but as far as being the best for cleaning and skinning it is not.
@@user-ce8ts4gt1n Only if you suck at skinning and gutting. You obviously do.
Nice to see someone come back to this classic I never go camping without my 119 and my 110 they have never let me down
The original survival knife!!💯💯....Alot of them used in Vietnam 👍
Along with the buck 110 and or kabar usmc fighting knife
really Vietnam?
@@CertifiedShovelOperator It's not that hard to believe. Two of my uncles (on separate side of the family) brought these into 'nam, as well as several vets that have commented in this section. Not the ideal general purpose knife, but by all accounts it did well enough.
@@FuzedBox well thats pretty cool man, i study nam a lot, and i also have a knife, so knowing that is pretty cool, a piece of hostory
Got one of these back in the late 70s when I was in Boy Scouts .It saved my life one time ..I was slipping off a bluff and I used it to dig down in the dirt to stop me from going off.. Yes it helped me make Eagle Scout too .
lucky you lmao
I was in boy scouts a few years ago for about two years, and when I was in there even if you had all the qualifications, you weren’t allowed to carry a knife with a blade longer than 4 inches
so its surprising to learn that rule wasn’t always in place
Flamingo Jeans the 70”s was a long time ago much different rules
@@therun7024 That's because they've been training younger generations to get ready for Chinese authoritarianism when it comes to the US.
Sooo. Survival knife?
Hell yeah
we weren’t allowed fixed blades by the time I was a scout (late 80’s/90’s) but among the older guys almost everyone had a Buck 110 and usually a victorinox in the pocket.
This is the Great example of value, quality, and durability. This knife 🔪 is the zenith of an all around tool. People used it for decades to do everything, I saw this excel on Mount Everest!
I've had mine for almost 40 years... Definitely one of my favorites.
Props for the correction and apology, Aaron. It takes character to 'fess up, and a lot of people simply won't.
Classic. My very first fixed blade sheath knife was Buck 119. Long before anyone starting pounding knives through logs, the Buck knife was synonymous with outdoors, hunting, adventure and survival. My knife is 40 years old, not rust, no tarnish, looks great and performs like a knife should. BTW: always thought it was kind of foolish to chop logs with a knife. Hatchet, ax or machete are much better.
@StreetX I keep wondering where are these logs coming from ?
I'd rather use a chainsaw.
But what if you found yourself stranded out in the hills with your knife as your only tool for survival ? Those knives are made to take the abuse.
@@docd-monik4380 then I would want a radio or a phone to call for help or an entire backpack full of stuff to use including the Buck 119 what situation are you gonna face where you have none of your other tools except your knife
I've had one of these since I was a teenager in the 80s..
It and the 110 were status symbols where I grew up.
I have some high dollar knives but I love my Buck 119 and 110..
I have a 1970 Buck 110, along with a couple of late 80's versions. The 70 holds an edge much better, but I love them all. I also have a 1986 Gerber MK II... That was my carry knife for many years in Alaska. I heard Gerber started making them again, but that they were not of the same quality.
same! still have em carry a buck 112 every day. got it in 1986 it looks great not worn out at all.
me too!!
Status symbols when I was young also.
The brass and wood one is a thing of beauty. Around here the 119 and 110 are icons.
North America? Lol
Do't forget the 102. It's a puny little knife by current standards, but it's handy as hell around a campsite.
@@michaelcolloton6971 Much like the Nessmuck and early Kephart knives, it isn't built to kill grizzly bears, lol. It will however do most of the chores people camping need to do.
I have both 119 and 110 had them for many years .
I’m 70 years old. I have owned several 119 Bucks. Sold some, gave some away, have two now that are keeping! Wouldn’t have a bug- out pack without one. Basically carry one every day on my belt now. They have never let me down or disappoint me in every way! I highly recommend them! Also I have a couple of Buck 110 folding hunters carry both sometime make perfect combination. Note! I always carry a hatchet and hand saw and machete in my gear! Need different tools for different tasks! Never forget that! Maintain equipment take care of it and it will take care of you! Amen. Good video buddy! Enjoy it!
I met the Owners of buck knives at Smoky Mountain Knife Works a couple years ago. And talk to them and tell them I own quite a few of their knives especially the 119.I got it, About 27 years ago same age as my daughter. I've carried that knife everywhere especially when I go in the backcountry sometimes in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is a great iconic design and what does it resemble. A Bowie knife, a small Bowie knife. But for a long time Bowie knives were what a lot outdoors men carried in this country, that in a butcher knife. All the way from his concept Jim Bowie first knife. Mountain Man Texas frontiersmen Riverboat gamblers. And the list goes on. Has also become one of the most iconic hunting knife. I also have a general 120 with Coca- Bola wood. I tell you it's a beautiful knife. So nice looking at you just don't want to mess it up. But it's a work knife. Your idea of Revisited videos and Revisited products is a great idea. It means you had them long-term and use them and you know more about him than you did on the first video great concept.
I have owned a Buck 119 and 110 since the mid-80's. Just use them and sharpen as needed, last forever. Absolute perfection from Buck.
I've had one for almost 35 years still going strong.
Among the many things I like about your channel is that you give proper respect to two of the most iconic brands ever Victorinox an d Buck. Thank you, sir.
For sure, have to show honor where it is due.
This was a fighting knife in the Vietnam conflict early on.
Next to the m7 bayonet
As was the 120 and 122/124.
Some fellows took the 105 to Vietnam as well.
Yeah you'd call that survival,
Nice review! My 2 cents is the same as many others. Bought my 119 in ‘79 and a 110 a few years later. The 119 has served me well for over 40 years. I don’t hunt without it. I cracked the handle many years ago throwing it in near zero degree temperatures. I made a new handle for it out of apple wood. Used the old handle as a pattern. It functions the same only looks nicer.
Impressive they came off lol. I remember reading a while back that dudes that replace em have extreme issues
I've had the 119 since 1983. It has never failed me, staying sharp, providing excellent sharpness, and managing whatever task I demanded on it it. About as near a perfect multi-purpose knife I've ever owned.
I've heard the idea behind the smooth non-porous handle is so that it's easy to clean blood off of after game processing.
Definitely. When I picked mine up the packaging said it was a hunting knife.
same handle material on all Buck fixed blades , regardless of size !!
The way this kind of knife came to be was during ww2 when the founder of Buck knives was a preacher and made fighting knives in the basement of the church he went to to send over seas. I have met individuals who customize this particular knife for fighting and self defense. primarily sharpen the false edge on the clip point, and using sandpaper to rough the plastic handle up to make a better grip.
The phenolic handle on the Buck 119 is really tough. I've never seen anyone break one. It's the same material they use to make billiard balls.
Yeah if only the blade was tougher I snapped one in half once
yeah i broke one too. brittle steel.
Agreed. Very strong knife. The only people who break them are doing something the knife is not intended for.
Its a hunting, skinning and combat knife.
Its not a axe, or machete. 😎😎😎
I am totally new to knives. I bought a Buck 120 as a companion knife. The phenolic grip gave me a slippery feeling. I put non-slip tape on some parts of the handle and now the grip is very strong without gloves. In prolonged use, I would wear gloves. What do you think of this solution ?
@@jean-pierrejrdubuc4912 get some calluses
You are right about the upswept point and using it for cleaning game. It is very easy to inadvertently nick a gut during the process. I took it and lowered the point to just a degree or so down, creating a very slight dropped point. Much more useable for gutting and it didn't hurt the ''camp knife'' scenario. I forgot to mention that I did this over 35 years ago, it's still going strong & sharp.
I've had that same rig for about 26 years or so. I've dressed and processed well over 75 deer, 3 elk, countless squirrels, rabbits and fish with it. I beat the hell out it but it looks like new still. When it was brand new I had an issue with a small part if the blade chipping on bone but nothing major and once I sharpened it a few dozen times that issue was gone. It hold an edge like no other knife I've ever had. It's perfect for my uses.
I know your comments old but does the knife wobble at all?
@@solaire4459 nah its fixed so it can't really wiggle. And there is a small buffed to hell pin in the pommel u can't see it tho caus it's so shiny.
Got this knife as a Father’s Day gift a few years ago and I was really amazed at how sharp it was and how well it cuts. It’s definitely a great camp knife.
Yes exactly ive never bought a knife and was already razor sharp i opened the box up and instantly shaved my hair on my arm ive always had to sharpen them first
I've had one of these since the 1980's. My favorite hunting knife and I use it for my kitchen butcher knife.
Great review. I have one in a limited edition rubberised grip. It’s been by my side for approximately 26 years, seeing most of it’s extensive use in such places like the jungles of Nepal where tigers still roam free. Absolutely love and trust Buck 👍🏼
I think the thing about this and many other Bucks is that they are absolutely wicked meat slicing knives. And it's very easy to clean and disinfect when covered in blood and guts unlike many other knives. The blade geometry is basically a combination of a k- bar and a straight razor. I know it's best left unsaid but it would be pretty evil in a self-defense situation.
The best hunting, field, survival knife ever! I got my first one handed down to me from my dad, he got it from my grandfather!
Fellow outdoorsmen I have owned this knive for over 30 years and it is a very nice part of my collection and rotation. Affordable and durable serves the purpose for hunting and camping needs . Enjoy the outdoors !
I have this knife and have used the heck out of it for 4 to 5 years and it's still like brand new. EDC for me and Love it!
This is the knive i brought home from my first visit to the States 13 years ago. Got it for something like 25 Dollars at Walmart.
Never let me Down and still looks almost like new.
This is what we all used when I was a kid for hunting.
I’m ARVN, bought a Buck knife 119 in 1967 from PX in Lack Land AFB . 1975 I brought it back to USA , now I still have it as great souvenir for hunting.
It works just fine for field dressing game. No problems.
Hahaha
Not that one,the smaller one with the narrow blade is best
@@dano9421 the 109
I have had one for forty years. I had used my fathers WW2 combat knife for hunting. My Grandfather gave me his Case knife, but it was an original Case not a Case brothers. It is one of the first 100 knives Case made and worth to much to use. I was going to buy a Puma hunter but didn’t want to spend the money. Didn’t have much then. My new wife came home with the buck. I used it on a lot of deer and a couple elk. I used it to break back hips by pounding it on the hip bone to break them. The knife has always worked great. Easy to sharpen and holds and edge. I have used it for camping and other activities. I love the blade guard and never felt the need to buy a knife to replace it. Quality knife.
I bought a Buck 119 when I was 17 yrs old (1979). I carried it on my hip all thru the 1980's riding with outlaw motorcycle clubs, and it served me very well & saved my hide more than once.
I still have my old 119, & though I don't carry it anymore it's a treasured part of my collection & has great memories wrapped up in it!
I've had mine for over,40 years,ground and filed the top hand guard level with the handle. Its been sharped dulked and sharped again many times. Cleaned many deer and other game,been on many canoe and fishing trips. Feels like an old friend.
Had a 105 Pathfinder since 1988, and picked up my 119 in 93. Never go hunting, fishing, or camping without the pair. Use the 105 for detail and fine work, and the 119 is my sternum popper, since 1997, when I found a broad head in a buck that I was field dressing, the hard way. Almost took my right pinky off, reaching in to remove the trachea and esophagus.
Now I run the 119 along the sternum, and prop the ribs open with a stick.
For a traction aid, skateboard tape on the handle. Good grip and retention, even with wet hands.
I took the varnish off a table with my 119. Nice table now.
This knife instantly makes me think of two things. 1) the one I had as a kid and 2) the movie scream lol
The movie scream didn't use the 119 it was the 120
@@tonylutchka7219 yes, Scream was a 120 General..
Great knife!! I have both, I have had the folder since 1968 when I was in the Navy
Ah thanks for the clarity!
I still have mine since 1978. Great knife! Like you said, it’s not the best for control inside a deer carcass, but there are lots of camp activities that it makes short work of. I just broke out some Mothers Mag Polish on it today, and have it shining like a new dime!
I've had mine for 40 years dressed out multiple bucks and bulls with out no problems! Have a large knife collection and hands down the 119 is the best one i own! And it will be a family heirloom!,
These are great knives at reasonable prices. I have them in my emergency kits, they are that reliable regardless of price.
I toggle between the 119 and 105 depending on how long a trek I’m taking. Both great knives. These hollow grind knives are great alternatives to scandi grind knives.
So I live in the city. I was recently mugged. I’ve been considering getting something to help appear more intimidating. 1. Is that foolish to think? 2. If not, would this be a good knife to do the job?
I bumped into one of these at a local Walmart a few years ago, paid under $50 for it, and I love it. It's a great companion to my little Buck 102 that I bought 44 years ago. Frankly, I have found the 102 to be more practical for camp and hunting jobs, but the way the 119 fits my hand is just a joy. I have a bunch of different Moras also, hard to beat for the price, but there really is nothing (retail) quite like a good old Buck knife, in my humble opinion.
Have owned this knife since I was 18 I'm now 49 so i would say it has great longevity definitely needs to be paired with a good pocket knife though like you said it is limited
Probably one of the better (best?) value for money fixed blade knives in Canada, readily available at your local Canadian Tire store ($59.99 CND) .
That's funny at the tire store
Rick Templeton - yeah they have diversified over the years. Automotive, small appliances, tools, sporting goods, garden center, paint, hardware etc, bit of everything.
@@ricktempleton3415 it's called Canadian Tire but it's almost like a Wal mart with more higher end products and more/better sporting goods, hunting, fishing, automotive/home appliances it's a great store
I have many, MANY, knives. My buck 119, 110 and case trapper will always be my favorites. Everytime I get my 119 out I alway smile a little, it's my deer hunting knife and it works very well for cleaning and butchering. I've made many memories with this knife.
Fantastic! Great review. I was gifted one 10 + years ago by my father and it has seen lots of hiking, camping and fishing trips. It’s surprisingly tough and very slicy! Pretty rust resistant too. I am a knife snob now, but I wouldn’t give that one up for any lt wright or dark timber! #gifts #memories
Matthew Schlegel whats a knife snob
I bought one of these in 79 at the PX at Yakima Firing Center in Wa state when I was in the Canadian Army. They were kind of a fashion statement for many of us. Still going strong & used on many a camping trip since then. Not a sign of rust on it either and the leather on the sheath bears up pretty good too👍
I bought one at wallyworld 20 years ago and it's been my go-to camp knife pretty much ever since. It's served me well.
Over 20 yrs on mines & yeah , they don't stay sharp for long . Camp , Hog knife, can opener . Mines handle got mangled and cracked which was replaced with a Dixie Gun Works Buffalo horn blank .
Ive owned/ used lots of fixed blade knives including the gerber strong arm, many of schrades knives, and the kabars, and I have to say I’ve had this 119 a while and I’ve never replaced it since 2019, I’ve killed many Feral Hogs with it skinned lots of hogs and squirrels, it’s a very capable and well designed knife it’s tougher than people think, I am proud to say I own a Buck 119, I would recommend wrapping the handle though.. moisture can make it a bit slick. I tried skateboard tape but that fell off, so far a bicycle tube has worked best for me
I use hockey tape.
Bought 1 little over a decade ago. Owned it for a few months, loved it so much I bought the mini version. The mini ( i call it needle ) goes everywhere with me. Whether its on my belt or in my boot. Its a invaluable part of my everyday including having to use it several times for self defense purposes.
Very sturdy, and easy to clean.Excellent product
My father always carried a buck 110 on his belt and had a western sheath knife or a buck sheath knife when needed. Thanks for bringing out an American classic.
I carry a 119 in the door hold of my pickup and the 110 folder lock back in my pocket.
Yeah me to
In NJ, the 119 in the door is felony concealed deadly weapon. The 110 in the pocket is OK unless it's an auto.
I have a special edition of this knife I got from A.G.Russel with a gorgeous Cocobolo handle, brass pummel & guard & an upgraded really nice Brown leather sheath. It will always be my grab & go SHTF woods knife. Been carrying the Buck 110 folder on my belt since the 70's. The knife that changed the knife world. I'm on my 2nd one. Gonna send the original one in since they have a lifetime warranty, alot of sentimental value with my first one I bought after completing my N.O.L.S. mountaineering school in the North Cascades in Wa. The model 55 pocket knife,... the baby buck is always in my right front pocket. I will Live & die with Buck knives on my belt & in my pocket. Old School is Cool School.
This was the fixed blade Les Stroud carried during his early Survivorman shows. I remember him stabbing a lot of things with it and it never had a problem.
I have owned this knife for almost 25 years (a gift from my Papa) and have done just about everything you could do (good and bad) to a knife and this has held up to it all. When I was younger, I didn't really care what it looked like, as long as I kept it sharp and rust free. Recently, I've buffed out the scratches and purchased a new sheath and it looks brand spanking new. Maybe I'm a little biased and sentimental but this is one of my all time favorite knives. Plus, c'mon, it looks BEA-UTIFUL.
I’ve had mine since the 90’s and I love it!
Kills me when he says $50, now in 2023 it is $75. But still a great value. I have wanted one since i was a kid in the 70s, and just now bought myself one. Wish I had gotten one sooner!
Ya inflation sucks
$80 in Canada 6 years ago
In Poland it's around 120 USD . And we earn less then you on US.
i mowed a lot of yards when i was a kid to get one of these knives. think i was around 13 or 14. im 40 now still got it. still one of my favorites. the sheath molded to nothing in storage but the knife is still 100 %.
I really like the 2 that I own; 420hc and s30v. I find them to be fantastic all purpose knives. I also really like the 105 Pathfinder.
I bought one when I was 18. I am 53 . Still using it. I always take it everywhere with me. It is a great skinning knife. Great all around knife
This is my everyday carry knife, along with my glock 30s and my S&W ankle 38. Absolutely worth the money and is a great looking knife!
Great video! 🗡️ 🎉
Got mine back in 2020 as a prepper/survival knife. 🔪
After my Dad passed. I was left with my mother to take care of things at home. 🏠
I went on a shopping spree and got this knife at Menards, along with alot of other camping/survival gear!
My dad was always into prepping and "bugging in' type stuff.😅 Now my Ma got me into getting prepared and getting a bug out bag etc...
Been goin strong these few years and dont even feel a need to "upgrade"!!😂
Although i am looking at a Khukuri as my next knife!!😂
Maybe a really nice hatchet 🪓 in the future as well!!🎉
For more than 30 years, this knife has always been in my kit.👍😎🏹
I’ve had a Buck 119 for almost 20 years. I still throw it in my rotation. QuickTip, when you’re making your feathers, use the belly of the knife. You will get way better curls.
I bought one of these and I was very impressed. Could not find a thing wrong with it. Good heft, balance and sharpness. A damn good knife.
Got one recently, haven’t put it thru it’s paces yet but it’s a good value knife IMO.
I bought one after I saw this video 😀 My Grandfather had one and this video sealed the deal on me buying one. Thanks
Got mine 30 years ago. 🤘🖤
My 119 is a 'found on ground' acquisition during the winter of 2013. Probably wasn't there for more than a few months, but the weather did it no harm. Built in 1988, an hour with a stone and a new sheath from Buck and it was good to go.
Hey man, new subscriber here. Nice to find another Christian brother
out there telling it like it is. Interesting review on a great "old" knife.
May I ask what state you're in? The scenery in some shots looks like
my place in Maine.
I have a 119 that I bought near thirty years ago. I have always loved it. IMO The buck 102 is the ideal Whitetail gutting knife. Great video!
Every time when I'm in the woods there's all these conveniently lying around logs to be batoned. They're just everywhere. No dead fall just conveniently length logs. 😆😆😆
I scraped 60 years of varnish finished oil off my first rescue table with a well-honed 119. I have other tools now, but it was like a set of French Curves for a hunting knife. I loved how long it kept its edge. I sharpened it watching this because it was so long ago. Nicely done.
I have a wood handled Buck 119 that I really like as a camp knife. Not what I want to field dress a whitetail (way too large), but for other chores it holds it's own.
I've had one for many years, my dad gave it to me for Christmas when i was a kid. I gave one to my nephew for Christmas last year. This is a great knife that you can pass down to your kids. Very well made I don't think it can be beat on quality and price.
The 119 was my very 1st real knife. I got one for Xmas in 1977. It was also the cause of my 1st trip to the ER LOL.
Still got mine that my dad gave me in the early 80’s. The perfect first hunting/camping knife. I don’t like the newer sheath that is rounded on one side, but that’s nitpicking a bit.
I had an 80s vintage knife that was stolen in 2000. I replaced it, but I miss the old style sheath. Wanna trade?
@@smuckwap 100% ! I like the flat, sewed all around thick sheath way better. I just bought 5 early 1900’s case xx, western, and Queen knives that have flat sheaths too. I had a case xxx boot knife I bought back in 83 that cost me about 400 bucks back then, and would be worth a butt load now stolen. I hate thieves liars and cheats ! As far as the trade goes, I’ll have to pass on that one, lol !
For hunting I prefer that the handle isn't textured the way it’s designed makes it easy to clean blood off in the field after your finished with your field dressing it works well for hunting. I’de like to see a review on the buck pro pursuit with the s35vn steel with the 4.5 fixed blade some time if possible
I bought this knife brand new from Walmart about 15 years ago, and it came with a Fabric-Like outside the sheeth and Hard Plastic inside the Sheeth. When knife is inserted into sheeth, if shaken, it rattles LOUD like a mofo.
I absolutely love the knife. But I would prefer the leather sheeth that my fathers 119 from the 70s came with. Oh well. Sounds like maybe they went back to leather as stated in this video. I hope so. Who the hell knows.
A-Hole Gunner you can get them same one I have for about $15
I have a 119 that was passed down from my great grandfather, to my grandfather, and then to me. It’s a personal treasure of mine.
Yes the handle is a bit slick. So, get some of the shrink fit tubing, that goes over Cork handles of fishing poles. Or some hockey/tennis racket grip tape, its an easy fix. 30 dollars for that dangler. I will make my own, its a good idea though.
Great follow up on an iconic knife! I think Buck does a great job with many of their fixed blades. I have a Buck Mesa and it’s an awesome camp knife
Always a struggle for me decided between those two lol
You can custom build these on their website with brass and elk handle it’s an awesome looking knife, upgrade the steel as well but it’s around $300.
I've got it's bigger, 7 1/2 inch brother. I think I have an old special too.
That's the one they used in the movie Scream ...
Does it have a Krylon handle
What's the model #
@@leighton5608 I'll have to dig it out of my camping supplies but I'm headed over 30 years
@@beeamerica5024 let me know brother I carry a kabar 1211 now i've had my eyes on a khhi Nepal kukri for the woods and keeping this for EDC but I'm always open to everything
Recently purchased this knife and it is solid. I cut a 3-1/2" piece of a BELL 700C bicycle inner tube and with patience got it into place, fits perfectly. This easily addressed any slick handle concern. Be careful knife came razor sharp and I got small nick on finger by not paying attention! This solution was mentioned in the episode and I can hardily recommend it. TimO
I’ve had my buck 119 going on 30 years. Best camping knife ever
As a kid I always eye balled these in the Sears catalog and any time we were at the sporting good store. I finally picked one up last year just because. I think I will break it out and use it at camp this year. We will see if it holds up to all my youthful dreams. lol...