I sell them on eBay all the time as I have over 100 of them some used some in mint condition it’s the only case knives I collect. I’m speaking of the liner locking sodbuster that is
Yep give me a sodbuster anyday. It would be great if Case brought back the locking sodbuster, the only other knife I’d compare to practicality is the Svord peasant knife. I’d even go as far as saying I’d rather have either of them over classic opinel. 👍
Great coincidence: I too bought my sodbuster in '79 , the day after high school graduation. Mine is not a locking blade. I still carry it as my 'kitchen duty" knife on every camping trip and daily in my lunch box. I have cleaned many a fish with it and butchered many deer as well. I suck at sharpening so it never really is as good as the factory edge. Nice knife though.
I use my sodbuster for big game gutting skinning and butchering as well as general chore use. I’ve often wished it just had a lock! I didn’t know that it once did!😳
I’m tickled by this video because I EDC both. Both have their place, and that’s why I carry them. I work in agriculture and there’s definitely uses for either one- my buck 110 is in a belt sheath, and used for cutting/prying/tooling and more “heavy duty” use where I may have to worry about it closing on my fingers, and my sodbuster sits in my right front pocket and is used as a more general purpose cutter. Bags, sacks, baling wire/twine, packages etc. my buck 110 edge is a bit more harsh since it’s used more as a tool, and my case is reserved for cutting use only. It’s also nice to carry a knife that you can 1, use with no regret to keeping a nice fine edge, and 2, a knife that you can hand someone that is easy to operate and is always sharp. It’s kind of embarrassing if the only pocket knife you have to offer someone is knicked up and dull.
I have them both and both are great knives. The Case is more of a utility knife used for all kinds of things and the Buck was designed to be a hunting knife. I have an early Sodbuster in carbon from the 70's and it is a stout knife, much more so than the current ones. I like using the Case as it's lighter and easier to deploy but both are great knives.
Apple's and orange's. I've had both and prefer the 110. I've used a folding hunter for over fifty years And I'm near 70 years old. My best friend has used the sod buster most of his life and is 66yrs old grew up on a farm and he loves it! So I think it's a matter of personal preference. ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam
I can understand why someone would EDC a Buck 110. Iconic, U.S. made, and over built you can't go wrong with a 110. However it's greatest virtues are also its greatest drawbacks. It's just too heavy/large for common EDC. Sometimes you want a 2lb hammer. Most of the time you don't and packing one around gets old quick. The lighter, slimmer Sodbuster does 95% of what the 110 does but is way easier to live with. The lack of a lock on the Sodbuster however may be a deal breaker for some. Both knives have "little brothers". The Buck 112 is usually described as a smaller 110 but this description shortchanges the 112. Not just smaller and lighter, the "recurve" of the forward/pivot bolster of the 112 makes for way better ergonomics and with the slightly reduced dimensions is much more comfortable to carry. It's truly a different knife from the 110, it does every thing the 110 does and in my humble opinion is just a smarter knife. The little brother of the standard Sodbuster is of course the Jr Sodbuster. The Jr is easier to carry and can be had (dirt cheap) in yellow delrin/1095 blade steel. Perhaps too small if you want a full four finger grip, still it's a sweet traditional blade. Enough (too much?) said.
Yeah, the 110 is too heavy for regular EDC, which is why tens of thjousands carry it every day. And don't you feel sorry for the millions who EDC a handgun and extra mags, which can be as much as five pounds heavier than a Buck 110? And if you think the 112 can do everything the 110 can do, you're a couch potato woodsman. Serious, the dumbest statement on any outdoor forum is that the 110 is too heavy to EDC. This is right up there, and maybe a little about, the Flat Earth movement, and tinfoil hat conspiracies. The 110 is the most used, and the most EDCed folding knife in modern history. It's been passed by silly flip knives that no one really use, that really can'y be used in the wild, but that's it. If you actually think a 110 is too heavy for regular EDC, you need a membership to a good gym, and a lesson in both history and current usage of knives.
I don’t even notice my 110 on my belt. Been carrying it so long everyday it’s just apart of my attire at this point. Seems heavy in the hand but on your belt in the sheath it’s not noticeable at all.
Buck makes good blades. Heavy handle works for me. You get used to it. I think the buck is the perfect balance. Also depends on what you are gonna use it for, but the buck holds up the best.
I saved up paper route money and bought a 110 in 1979. Still have it and carry it occasionally. It has outlived several sheaths and I love it. I enjoy the sodbuster jr almost daily.
Don't know how I missed this vid before. I think your comparison was well thought out. In my area, in the late 80s a Buck 110 was around $40, a Case Sharktooth was around $70. I wanted a Sharktooth soooo bad, but that was a crazy TON of money! The Sodbuster, which the couple Case guys I knew then carried, sure started to look better with its price! But the Schrade 125OT was even better at $26 so out the door I went. Years later I collected some of all of the above. Honestly, the Sharktooth was a disappointment in actual use. Heavier than the 110, and not as comfortable as people say. Blade so so. The 110 blew me away, and is now my favorite belt knife. The Sodbuster is about as large a real pocketable knife you can carry comfortably. But my Opinel beat it at that game. Good vid! brought back memories!
Very good points. But being a owner of many knives I have to say that the case sod buster is probably the sharpest knives I ever owned. Extremely thin behind the cutting edge combined with a wide blade it it a slicing machine.
Nice video! So now let’s fast foward to 2023 and take another quick comparison. Both knives are American made which is a plus in my opinion however the sheath that comes with the buck is made in Mexico, the blade on the buck was very loose, while the sod buster has changed very little in accordance to your test. A knife in its simplest definition is a cutting tool, if it cuts then it does what it was made to do. Anything else is just personal preference 👍🏻
Tru-Sharp IS 420 stainless steel, if it was 440C it would most likely beat the Buck 110 for edge holding. Now Buck used 440C originally for it’s stainless steel, but went to different steels quite a few years ago. Their 420HC with the Bos heat treat beats many other steels out there, it’s just a matter of good heat treatment.
Have both like them both. Can't decide. Go with my 110 lite nowadays for less weight... locks and has point for piercing. Sodbuster... Just right as rain all purpose knife. I would say 110 more for camping and hunting, and sodbuster more for chores farm landscaping barn sort of tasks. But both can do either and are classics though.
Very good comparison of two American classics. I would mention, however, that each knife is made for a particular use which doesnt make a real, unbiased comparison fair. I would say, if you're a hunter, or feel the need to carry something tactical, for whatever reason, go for the Buck. If you're a farmer, do lots of gardening, or want an EDC that performs daily tasks adequately, and looks less threatening, go with the Case.
The year is1988, just walked out of the knife store located in the mall. Just bought the SodBuster for $22 of hard-earned busboy tip money. Took it out of the box, opened it up and dropped it on the pavement. The back spring snapped in half. Climbed on my bike and peddled home mad as hell. Still, have that broken knife.
Not a bad review. I've carried Case Sodbuster Jrs for over 20 years everyday and they are my go to pocket knife. I love the simplicity, the reputation, the look and the functionality of them. While watching I did find myself selfishly giving points to the Case, however, when I think about it, I do believe you made some good points. All in all, it's a Ford/Chevy thing...you tend to like one over the other and are just thankful you aren't stuck with a Dodge! Lol
Case is generally assumed to use 420HC equivalent for its stainless blades, but the heat treat is slightly softer than what buck does. I prefer Case CV though.
One of the first name brand knives I ever bought was the case hammer. It was one of the worst knives.wouldnt hold a egde didn't even feel good in my hand.long story short if you want a knife to leave you high and dry buy a Case.
Love the concept of the video but this was like comparing a snowblower to a snow plow. Both kind of do the same thing but there applications are much different. If I am hunting I would carry the 110. If I we're doing yard work I would carry the sodbuster. The blade types classify the knives more than anything. The 110 with a clip point and swedge is more specialized for it's task s. Sod busters don't need a swedge to "cut sod".
Enjoyed your video. I think buck is to the knife world what ruger is to the gun world, good quality at a fair price . Hard to beat an oldie like the 110
Never liked a folder for a hunting, skinning, knife because cleaning hair, blood and organic material out of the handle well, grooves and folding mechanism is a hassle that a fixed blade remedies. Since folders are utility knives for me the Sod Buster is a better utility folder than the Buck 110.
This isn't even a contest. The cheapest 110 made is better in every sense of the word than a Sodbuster, and I love the Case Sodbuster. You're comparing apples and oranges. These knives aren't in the same class, and the Sodbuster is lousy as a replacement for a good fixed blade knife, which is what the 110 is designed to be.
I just received my sodbuster junior and was thoroughly disappointed. Case's quality has deteriorated tremendously. The sodbuster JR. was scratched / marred on the back spring and the rivets protrude they aren't flush. The entire length of the back spring is higher than the handle scales. The back is not flush, the build is poor, the blade has a grinding feel when opening as if there was sand in it. The entire thing is garbage. This one is on par with a flea market $5 grab bag knife
Love and have both. Gor me buck hunter is better. There so much part of our history If i was rich id buy every true blooded American a buck folder. They might not have seen a war but just as famous at the umc KA BAR
Honest Dave i got freaked on video bout the micarta pro slim~ said it wobbled/ blade play... etc. without liners, is it Really strong enuff?? That $90 hard to let go of, with other Strong,$100 s30, or154 knives out there. Be cool🔪🔪🇺🇸
Farkin awesome!!!!! If Im gonna watch so called reviews and comparisons, TAKE NOTE YT KNIFE NERDS, WITH LILLY WHITE HANDS THAT LOOK LIKE A WOMAN'S (You know who Im talking about a few are Canooks, and a few, are just irritating, and childish) This is how ya do a comparison!!
The worst thing Case did was discontinue the locking Sodbuster. I still have mine I bought in 79; it was the first knife I bought at 12 years old.
Don Robison best post on here. He shd hv used heftier knife to compare it to. J/S🔪🔪🇺🇸
I sell them on eBay all the time as I have over 100 of them some used some in mint condition it’s the only case knives I collect. I’m speaking of the liner locking sodbuster that is
Yep give me a sodbuster anyday. It would be great if Case brought back the locking sodbuster, the only other knife I’d compare to practicality is the Svord peasant knife. I’d even go as far as saying I’d rather have either of them over classic opinel. 👍
Great coincidence: I too bought my sodbuster in '79 , the day after high school graduation. Mine is not a locking blade. I still carry it as my 'kitchen duty" knife on every camping trip and daily in my lunch box. I have cleaned many a fish with it and butchered many deer as well. I suck at sharpening so it never really is as good as the factory edge. Nice knife though.
I use my sodbuster for big game gutting skinning and butchering as well as general chore use. I’ve often wished it just had a lock! I didn’t know that it once did!😳
Not a bad comparison, you seem to have a slight bias towards buck.
I’m tickled by this video because I EDC both. Both have their place, and that’s why I carry them. I work in agriculture and there’s definitely uses for either one- my buck 110 is in a belt sheath, and used for cutting/prying/tooling and more “heavy duty” use where I may have to worry about it closing on my fingers, and my sodbuster sits in my right front pocket and is used as a more general purpose cutter. Bags, sacks, baling wire/twine, packages etc. my buck 110 edge is a bit more harsh since it’s used more as a tool, and my case is reserved for cutting use only. It’s also nice to carry a knife that you can 1, use with no regret to keeping a nice fine edge, and 2, a knife that you can hand someone that is easy to operate and is always sharp. It’s kind of embarrassing if the only pocket knife you have to offer someone is knicked up and dull.
I have them both and both are great knives. The Case is more of a utility knife used for all kinds of things and the Buck was designed to be a hunting knife. I have an early Sodbuster in carbon from the 70's and it is a stout knife, much more so than the current ones. I like using the Case as it's lighter and easier to deploy but both are great knives.
Oranges vs Apples.
No comparison.
Apple's and orange's. I've had both and prefer the 110. I've used a folding hunter for over fifty years And I'm near 70 years old. My best friend has used the sod buster most of his life and is 66yrs old grew up on a farm and he loves it! So I think it's a matter of personal preference.
ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam
ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam
I own both these American classics. And both are heavy duty knives and both will take a razors edge. Thanks for sharing it was an 🇺🇸 honor.
Both are my favorites. I switch between them.
It boils down to weight and the Buck is just to damn heavy
I can understand why someone would EDC a Buck 110. Iconic, U.S. made, and over built you can't go wrong with a 110. However it's greatest virtues are also its greatest drawbacks. It's just too heavy/large for common EDC. Sometimes you want a 2lb hammer. Most of the time you don't and packing one around gets old quick. The lighter, slimmer Sodbuster does 95% of what the 110 does but is way easier to live with. The lack of a lock on the Sodbuster however may be a deal breaker for some. Both knives have "little brothers". The Buck 112 is usually described as a smaller 110 but this description shortchanges the 112. Not just smaller and lighter, the "recurve" of the forward/pivot bolster of the 112 makes for way better ergonomics and with the slightly reduced dimensions is much more comfortable to carry. It's truly a different knife from the 110, it does every thing the 110 does and in my humble opinion is just a smarter knife. The little brother of the standard Sodbuster is of course the Jr Sodbuster. The Jr is easier to carry and can be had (dirt cheap) in yellow delrin/1095 blade steel. Perhaps too small if you want a full four finger grip, still it's a sweet traditional blade. Enough (too much?) said.
Yeah, the 110 is too heavy for regular EDC, which is why tens of thjousands carry it every day. And don't you feel sorry for the millions who EDC a handgun and extra mags, which can be as much as five pounds heavier than a Buck 110?
And if you think the 112 can do everything the 110 can do, you're a couch potato woodsman.
Serious, the dumbest statement on any outdoor forum is that the 110 is too heavy to EDC. This is right up there, and maybe a little about, the Flat Earth movement, and tinfoil hat conspiracies. The 110 is the most used, and the most EDCed folding knife in modern history.
It's been passed by silly flip knives that no one really use, that really can'y be used in the wild, but that's it.
If you actually think a 110 is too heavy for regular EDC, you need a membership to a good gym, and a lesson in both history and current usage of knives.
I don’t even notice my 110 on my belt. Been carrying it so long everyday it’s just apart of my attire at this point. Seems heavy in the hand but on your belt in the sheath it’s not noticeable at all.
Buck 110 on my belt everyday... No problem at all... Sodbuster in my packet.... It kills me!
Texas Exile I have my grandpas old sod buster Jr. He carried for almost 30 years before he gave it to me and it's probably my absolute favorite knife
Buck makes good blades. Heavy handle works for me. You get used to it. I think the buck is the perfect balance. Also depends on what you are gonna use it for, but the buck holds up the best.
I saved up paper route money and bought a 110 in 1979. Still have it and carry it occasionally. It has outlived several sheaths and I love it. I enjoy the sodbuster jr almost daily.
Don't know how I missed this vid before. I think your comparison was well thought out. In my area, in the late 80s a Buck 110 was around $40, a Case Sharktooth was around $70.
I wanted a Sharktooth soooo bad, but that was a crazy TON of money! The Sodbuster, which the couple Case guys I knew then carried, sure started to look better with its price!
But the Schrade 125OT was even better at $26 so out the door I went.
Years later I collected some of all of the above. Honestly, the Sharktooth was a disappointment in actual use. Heavier than the 110, and not as comfortable as people say. Blade so so.
The 110 blew me away, and is now my favorite belt knife. The Sodbuster is about as large a real pocketable knife you can carry comfortably. But my Opinel beat it at that game.
Good vid! brought back memories!
Definitely like my opinel.
Great comparison video on two classic knives!
I own them both Buck is an old favorite of mine the lightweight Case is great and I love the material in the handle for added comfort great fight.
Very good points. But being a owner of many knives I have to say that the case sod buster is probably the sharpest knives I ever owned. Extremely thin behind the cutting edge combined with a wide blade it it a slicing machine.
How does it compare to Opinel, I have yet to see another factory made knife with a better geometry for slicing than an Opinel.
Nice video! So now let’s fast foward to 2023 and take another quick comparison. Both knives are American made which is a plus in my opinion however the sheath that comes with the buck is made in Mexico, the blade on the buck was very loose, while the sod buster has changed very little in accordance to your test. A knife in its simplest definition is a cutting tool, if it cuts then it does what it was made to do. Anything else is just personal preference 👍🏻
Tru-Sharp IS 420 stainless steel, if it was 440C it would most likely beat the Buck 110 for edge holding. Now Buck used 440C originally for it’s stainless steel, but went to different steels quite a few years ago. Their 420HC with the Bos heat treat beats many other steels out there, it’s just a matter of good heat treatment.
I don't know what kind of lady fingers complain about the weight of the buck
All I know is if it's too heavy
Do some push ups or an honest days work
Have both like them both. Can't decide. Go with my 110 lite nowadays for less weight... locks and has point for piercing. Sodbuster... Just right as rain all purpose knife. I would say 110 more for camping and hunting, and sodbuster more for chores farm landscaping barn sort of tasks. But both can do either and are classics though.
Very good comparison of two American classics. I would mention, however, that each knife is made for a particular use which doesnt make a real, unbiased comparison fair. I would say, if you're a hunter, or feel the need to carry something tactical, for whatever reason, go for the Buck. If you're a farmer, do lots of gardening, or want an EDC that performs daily tasks adequately, and looks less threatening, go with the Case.
Coca Bandi how is the Buck "tactical"??? Lol
@@istinklikebutt45 In comparison to the sodbuster it is, with its lock and clip point blade
I carry a fixed blade while hunting and carry the Sod daily.
The year is1988, just walked out of the knife store located in the mall. Just bought the SodBuster for $22 of hard-earned busboy tip money. Took it out of the box, opened it up and dropped it on the pavement. The back spring snapped in half. Climbed on my bike and peddled home mad as hell. Still, have that broken knife.
mwillblade man, if i saw that i might just have bought you a new one. What a sad day.
mwillblade you sure you didn't buy a knock off?
mwillblade i woulda got$$ back. Jus sayin🔪🔪😜
The one thing I like about the buck is no plastics.
Nice presentation, thanks!
I thought the knives were gonna fight
I think it would have been better to do the buck 110 vs case hammerhead or buck 112 vs case mako (mako I carry everyday and it was my grandfathers)
Not a bad review. I've carried Case Sodbuster Jrs for over 20 years everyday and they are my go to pocket knife. I love the simplicity, the reputation, the look and the functionality of them. While watching I did find myself selfishly giving points to the Case, however, when I think about it, I do believe you made some good points. All in all, it's a Ford/Chevy thing...you tend to like one over the other and are just thankful you aren't stuck with a Dodge! Lol
guessing your a ford guy. im a buck and chevy guy my self
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*cough* gec #21 *cough*
Greg Abernathy a ford/chevy thing. He shda used lil heftier knife than a sod buster. Thats the world reknoun, buck 110. Come on 🔪🔪
Should've campared this to the case mako or hammerhead. Good reveiw just not to fair on case with choice if knife
Maybe he doesn't have a Mako or Hammerhead? Or maybe these are just his favorite traditional blades
Honest Dave maybe he does maybe he doesn't. Still doesn't change what I previously said!
If the Case would have 440C steel, I almost guarantee you that they will show it on the blade. As it doesn't, I presume that the steel is lower grade.
As much as I love Case Knives I'll have to agree. Wonderful design knives but they don't hold an edge to save their life
Case is generally assumed to use 420HC equivalent for its stainless blades, but the heat treat is slightly softer than what buck does. I prefer Case CV though.
It really should be a buck 110 vs the case xx hammer head.
Agreed
One of the first name brand knives I ever bought was a Case made to look like the Buck 110
One of the first name brand knives I ever bought was the case hammer. It was one of the worst knives.wouldnt hold a egde didn't even feel good in my hand.long story short if you want a knife to leave you high and dry buy a Case.
Love the concept of the video but this was like comparing a snowblower to a snow plow. Both kind of do the same thing but there applications are much different. If I am hunting I would carry the 110. If I we're doing yard work I would carry the sodbuster. The blade types classify the knives more than anything. The 110 with a clip point and swedge is more specialized for it's task s. Sod busters don't need a swedge to "cut sod".
Enjoyed your video. I think buck is to the knife world what ruger is to the gun world, good quality at a fair price . Hard to beat an oldie like the 110
Never liked a folder for a hunting, skinning, knife because cleaning hair, blood and organic material out of the handle well, grooves and folding mechanism is a hassle that a fixed blade remedies.
Since folders are utility knives for me the Sod Buster is a better utility folder than the Buck 110.
This isn't even a contest. The cheapest 110 made is better in every sense of the word than a Sodbuster, and I love the Case Sodbuster. You're comparing apples and oranges. These knives aren't in the same class, and the Sodbuster is lousy as a replacement for a good fixed blade knife, which is what the 110 is designed to be.
I just received my sodbuster junior and was thoroughly disappointed. Case's quality has deteriorated tremendously. The sodbuster JR. was scratched / marred on the back spring and the rivets protrude they aren't flush. The entire length of the back spring is higher than the handle scales. The back is not flush, the build is poor, the blade has a grinding feel when opening as if there was sand in it. The entire thing is garbage. This one is on par with a flea market $5 grab bag knife
That was great! Two good knives but you’re right the buck is better.
Love and have both. Gor me buck hunter is better. There so much part of our history
If i was rich id buy every true blooded American a buck folder. They might not have seen a war but just as famous at the umc KA BAR
I think the buck 110 and then the 112 was supplied to the Navy.
Well that was fair
What about sheaths 👍🇺🇸
Now compare it to opinel #8. Also think you are biased to buck
I can't choose between them. I love em both
Honest Dave i got freaked on video bout the micarta pro slim~ said it wobbled/ blade play... etc. without liners, is it Really strong enuff?? That $90 hard to let go of, with other Strong,$100 s30, or154 knives out there. Be cool🔪🔪🇺🇸
Interesting video, but must admit a bias as I am very much a Buck 110 fanboy.
😂 let’s face it, you love your Buck 110 lol
Compare it to the Case Hammerhead for fairness.
Farkin awesome!!!!! If Im gonna watch so called reviews and comparisons, TAKE NOTE YT KNIFE NERDS, WITH LILLY WHITE HANDS THAT LOOK LIKE A WOMAN'S (You know who Im talking about a few are Canooks, and a few, are just irritating, and childish) This is how ya do a comparison!!
Sorry but no comparison the 110 all day.
Lol. Love the Buck 110. But you are soooo off base biased on this one bro. No one's even listening id wager...I know for sure...I'm not. Adios.
Sorry man, you lost me at “fake edge”.
It’s called a clip point.
I think he means the false Edge on the back of the clip point.
curtboroff you should study knife lingo a little. Lol
It has a false edge you dumbass
curtboroff thanks for the blade lesson. I use Only clip point for EDC🔪🔪🇺🇸
No compare sodbuster a peice of crap
U hear that guysss he comparing it to the buck 110 😂