Posted on 12/12/2010 2:46:39 PM PST by JoeProBono
Why is the Buck 110 knife one of the most sought after knives? The first word that ran through my mind when I opened the blade of this Buck knife and heard the lock click, was "Solid". That was back in 1980
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The Buck 110 knife is made with brass bolsters and liners.
Buck describes the handle material as "natural woodgrain" which I think is the trade name for a certain color of high quality wood laminate.
The handle scales are attractive and tough, and they're pinned to the handles.
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The 3 3/4" clip point blade of this Buck folding hunter is made of Buck's 420 HC stainless, and it's shaving sharp right out of the package.
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This Buck 110 folding hunter knife came with a nylon sheath with a snap on the flap, not velcro.
I prefer a snap.
When I get a knife sheath that has velcro, I remove the velcro and install a snap.
A snap can be opened and closed quietly, but velcro always make that ripping noise.
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The Buck 110 knife would be perfectly at home on any construction or industrial job site.
Use it to open boxes; cut sheets of canvas, rubber, paper or plastic; cut notches in drywall or wood trim, cut or slice wire and cable insulation, scrape gaskets, sharpen pencils, remove or install pipe insulation, you name it.
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On hunting or fishing trips, the Buck 110 knife can be used to clean fish or game, prepare meals, whittle tent stakes, trim brush and branches for lean-to's, cut rope and twine, and for a dozen other chores.
It is a lot of knife.
Blade Length: 4.25”
Blade Thickness: 0.150”
Blade Material: S30V Stainless Steel
Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
Blade Style: Utility Drop-Point; Ambidextrous Dual Thumb-Studs
Weight: 7.70oz.
Clip: Black, Reversible, Tip-Up
Lock Mechanism: AXIS
Overall Length: 10.12”
Closed Length: 5.95”
Sheath Material: No Sheath
I bought one at Viet Nam PX in 1969. Think I paid 12 bucks for it. Carried it through two Viet Nam tours, then as a belt knife until about 1985. Put it in a drawer until today, pulled it out and knife opened easily, quite a bit of wear on the blade but still impressive. BTW in 69 the 110’s came with a leather sheath.
My slicer and dicer - -
http://www.benchmade.com/images/pr/pdf/TacticalRespose_580-585-_Nov-Dec_2009.pdf
Yes, that one pictured in post 22 is what my Schrades look like. Pretty much a twin of the Buck, at least in appearance.
Had one since they first came out in the ‘70’s.....and have no problem keeping it razor-sharp with my 3-stone/multi-angle sharpening kit from Lansky....my fav knife for sure. Many copy it, but they just aren’t the same.
Main problem I have is green copper oxide growing on the brass ends when I don’t use it much.....
Chuck Buck went to my high school along with most of his family and a lot of his workers. It was a very hard decision for him to move from El Cajon, California but the city, county and state bureaucrats were crawling though his business and it was simpler to leave California. I also left California and my kids are about to leave also. Soon all that will be left are ‘undocumented’ workers and liberals.
The bead-blasted handle finish looks a bit utilitarian and shows scratches easily, so I gave the carry-knife a nice satin finish with this (no tool box should be without one):
The polishing block follows the contours and gives the edges a slightly polished quality. Looks very classy now. The full hollow grind on the nicely wide blade makes for great cutting. Often whip it out when some restaurant offers me one of those serrated "steak knives" that just tear the meat and let the juice run out. The Sebenza slices like a scalpel.
I still have an old Case work knife from the 70's in good shape.
The classic Case canoe knife is also a good one.
These days, my favorite is my Gerber. 
What a shame, isn’t it? California offers so much natural beauty that I’d really love to live there just for that reason. (I’d settle for a log house in Yosemity, thank you very much.) But reality bites...
Really? Huh. My dad sharpens my Buck knife and it is sharp enough to shave with. It stays sharp for a long time too.
Maybe I should ask him what he is doing.
Did you know that all Buck knives are guaranteed for life? You can send it back and get it re-tipped or, if that’s not feasible, get a new one.
THE BUCK FOREVER WARRANTY
The Buck Knives Forever Warranty is pretty much what it says. A Buck Knife is built to last. But if for some reason, your Buck is defective due to materials or workmanship, you can return it to us for repair. No matter where you bought it.
We will repair your knife, including parts, labor and or replacement with a new knife at our discretion. Keep in mind, repair is not always possible or practical. We will replace your knife with the same or one that is comparable if your knife is no longer available. Please note if your knife has sentimental value when you send the knife to us.
REPAIRS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY
If your knife needs to be repaired, please send it to us for evaluation. Don’t try to repair it yourself. Self–repair will void your warranty, not to mention that it could cause self–injury.
Reasons why we may charge you a small fee for a repair:
* Damage caused by misuse or abuse.
* Failure to care, clean and maintain your knife.
* Damage due to self–repair.
* Knife loss due to shipping to and from the Buck Knives factory
* Damage due to dismantling or tampering with your Buck knife
* Sharpening your Buck knife on a grinder.
HOW TO SEND YOUR KNIFE IN FOR REPAIR:
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Tell us who you are and what is wrong with your knife.
Let us know what you think is wrong with your knife. Include your name, address, phone number and email address.
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Wrap your knife securely.
Before you ship your knife, please make sure you have cleaned it thoroughly, removing all traces of game remnance. Please put each cleaned knife in a sheath or wrap in cardboard to protect it during shipping. Pack it so the point will not cut through the packaging. You will get your sheath or cardboard back upon return.
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Packing up your knife.
We prefer that you pack your knife in a box. A padded envelope may also work if the knife isn’t too heavy or bulky. Be sure to put packing around the knife so it sits securely in the package.
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Shipping methods.
We recommend that you insure your package and send it by a certified receipt that can be tracked if necessary. This will help protect you against possibility of loss or damage to your knife. Note that knife loss, including shipping to and from the Buck factory, is not covered under warranty.
Send your packaged knife to:
Buck Knives
Attn: Warranty Dept.
660 S. Lochsa St.
Post Falls, ID 83854
800 326-2825 x184
If Buck says it’s wood, you can be sure it’s wood.
They are a solid family of genuine Christians.
Roland Buck pastored First Assembly of God in Boise, ID
His brother, First Assembly of God in Spokane, WA. I knew the latter.
I once heard Roland Buck speak of his impressive angelic visitations. His brother’s personality was typical Assembly of God.
Roland’s was kind of like Walter Cronkite—very unflappable. No nonsense—not at all the sort to engage in funny business nor to suffer fools gladly.
His
ANGELS ON ASSIGNMENT is available to read free online here:
http://www.angelsonassignment.org/
It is full of encouragement and demonstrations of God’s majesty and power in our era.
I got the Schrade X-Timer folder for me and my son. 3” blade that holds a razor edge, skeleton aluminum handle, weighs next to nothing. Rides comfortably in my back pocket.
They do not make the RUKUS any more do they???
My friend who broke the blade on his Buck sent it back and they repaired it.
I remember back around 1951 my Brother broke the blade on his knife, (I can’t recall the brand, it may have been a Queen), and they repaired it for free.
I once lost an Uncle Henry and took advantage of their free replacement. I had to get a form notarized but they did replace it.
Excellent.
Not surprised.
Thx.
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