Buck 112 Ranger Knives 70s 80s 90s

[@knifedelights7473]

Sailors were getting into fights and whipping out their 110's. The Navy made a rule on the length of blades that Sailors could carry. So, the 112 was developed to be under the length requirement. And, with Buck being based out of San Diego at the time, the knife was named after the carrier USS Ranger.

[@KnifeDetector]

Wow!! I never knew that about the name, thanks buddy!

[@alpine1600s]

Also, the sub guys kept whipping out their 110's, but the length was too much.🤣

[@petemitchell6788]

@@KnifeDetectorwe couldn’t tell.

[@Kodiak_Edge]

I am just now seeing this video and you nailed it I am a Navy Veteran I never served on the Ranger I was to young then I am 60 almost now, I heard the story's in the Navy about this knife and what I heard confirms your story to be True!!

[@Kodiak_Edge]

Buck named the Knife indeed from the USS Ranger where the fights broke out with the 110.

[@happiertimesarecoming9969]

I LOVE MY 112…bought my first in ‘74, I now have a huge collection !

[@John-li6tn]

I've had my 112 since I was 15 or 16, over 50 years. I've carried it through tours in Okinawa, Korea, Philippines, & the desert as well hunting & fishing throughout the northeast up to Maine. Still works & looks good. Mine has no additional marks next to the Buck name on the blade.

[@KnifeDetector]

They do withstand the test of time 👍

[@davidkurle5418]

The 112 is one of my favorite folding knives. Bought a new one in 2017, and carried it every day for a year. It's still in my carry rotation, along with the six other variations of it I've bought since then. lol Thanks for showing off these great knives, my friend.

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy! You know, I always seem to do a search for a buck 112 on ebay every now and then. I mean, they all mostly look alike but that does not deter my interest. It's weird.

[@JonathanDawson-sm2yl]

Should get a buck 112 auto and buck 110 auto they are possibly the best buck knifes period basicly the same but auto I's just a great add on

[@WilliamsKnifeLife]

I carried a Buck 110 on my belt uniform when I was in the Air Force. It wasn't allowed, but I made a sheath out of OD nylon webbing, & it blended in with my OD uniform. The USAF was strange about knives. Once a Captain caught me with a boot knife sticking out of my combat boots. He asked me if that was part of my uniform & I said "No sir, I use it for opening boxes." He told me to remove it, and I did when I got back to my shop. I hid it, & a few minutes later my shop chief wanted to see the knife. I said "what knife? ". 😅They didn't get it & I never wore a knife sticking out of my boot again. Barksdale AFB, Louisiana 1979

[@KnifeDetector]

Cool stories partner, I think it’s odd they were very particular about knives. I would think that they would be more forgiving since you were in the military. Ha e a great day partner.

[@chuckspurlin3071]

I carry a 2020 model 112 everyday in a crossdraw sheath and love it.Thanks for the awesome traditional cutlery videos.Great job.

[@KnifeDetector]

Man, the 112 is perfect in a cross draw!! Thanks buddy!

[@bdh3949]

Nice collection of classic Buck Rangers KD and quite the good looking logo!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thank you !

[@anthonywithem2272]

Just picked up a buck 112 auto ranger... I love it 😊💯

[@KnifeDetector]

Auto!!? That sounds awesome!!

[@coreycallahan7443]

@@anthonywithem2272 That knife is definitely on my must have list.

[@tonypavlik4434]

The 112 is my favorite Buck knife. I carry one every day. Thanks for the video, God bless

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy!

[@WaltRevenJr]

Awesome collection of 112's man!! Great shout outs as well. Really love the handle on the second one from the top partner, hope you have a great week and thank you for sharing with us all partner!!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks partner! Blessings!

[@WaltRevenJr]

@@KnifeDetector You're welcome my friend! Thank you as well

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

I wanted a buck 112 for the longest time and never got one!!!!! I only have 2 buck 110’s but man I have to get one thanks so much Detector on hosing them........ I have to get one of them thanks again!!!!!!! 😀

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks partner, I hope you have a blessed day!

[@_MiMo_]

The new logo looks great! Your love of the 112 shows in this video. You have some nice ones! I plan on getting one someday. Have a great day buddy!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy! Have blessed day!

[@TheLastRanger]

Thanks for the shout out. Reminder I’m gonna send you a logo format you can use in a video. 👍🏻 I like I got a shout out with some older knives. Reminds me of my youth. All my old knives are long gone. 😬

[@KnifeDetector]

Which older knives did you use to carry?

[@TheLastRanger]

@@KnifeDetector the only older knife I’ve had since high school is a Kershaw 1050. But I’ve owned a lot off brand knives as a kid, maybe even some Buck knives. But I’ve given them all away or lost them over the years.

[@KnifeDetector]

@@TheLastRanger Same here, when I went to college, I gave them all away because I didn’t want my nephews to find them and hurt themselves with them. So after College I started collecting again.

[@theedcden5515]

Great video KD! Love them 112’s 👍

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy! Take care amigo !

[@grayintheuk8021]

I totally agree, I have the Buck 112 and the 110 but it's always the 112 that I go to. I really like the extra curve in the handle before the blade as it makes it feel more secure. I feel with the 110 my hand could slip up the handle and onto the blade. I never feel that with the 112. Great video thanks so much :)

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy!

[@Me2Lancer]

Just picked up a Buck 112 after owning a Buck 110 for several years. Love the size and handling.

[@KnifeDetector]

I love mine brother!

[@Wcquick]

Interesting Buck 112 collection, liked and subscribed

[@KnifeDetector]

Awesome thank you!

[@vanagonegone9691]

I DON'T KNOW IF HE MENTIONED, BUT THE 2 DOT ON THE BLADE ONE ON EACH SIDE OF112 IS THE ONLY 112 THAT DOES NOT HAVE FINGER GROVE IN BLADE.

[@RJsKnives]

The Buck 112 was my first lock back knife. I think I was 17 when I got it. That knife is still in the family, my brother has it. I have not replaced it but I think I am going to have to get one. Thanks for sharing your collection and btw it’s ok that west Texas is kind of missing on your knife, there’s not much out there anyway! 🤣 ( just kidding for my friends in El Paso)! Have a great day!

[@KnifeDetector]

Lol!!! That’s hilarious buddy, yeah I think I rubbed out El Paso :)

[@PACMPR]

Just came across this video. Actually the Buck 110 was banned by the military due to a large number of fights that occurred and servicemen were severely injured or killed. They implemented a ban of knives on ships over 3 inches. Buck then developed the 112 that was about 2.78 inches long which then became standard. It was named the Ranger because that was the ship that was in port at the time of its release.

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks for the history lesson amigo!!! I didn’t know that’s how it got it’s name. Have blessed day!

[@classicbladereview1886]

Bucks are classic, great knives. I've got a 110, 503 & 373 - hope to order a customized 112 at some point (no pun intended). Thanks for the video!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks for visiting partner!

[@fred2you]

Stunningly beautiful design.Reminds me of a hunting barracuda when open with that nail notch for eye looking for dinner!?.😮

[@jmknives]

Interesting video. I learned a lot from it. There are many small differences between the different types within the 112 series. Let's see if I will own a 112 one day too. Thanks for showing your little treasures. best regards Joe

[@KnifeDetector]

Blessings partner! Hope you have a great day!

[@jmknives]

@@KnifeDetector Sorry, I have a stupid question. Maybe you can help me😊. Do you happen to know what a Buck 112 cost in America in the early 1990s? I'm doing research right now and thought you might know this. Many thanks and best regards Joe

[@KnifeDetector]

Well, the price hasn't changed much. Currently you can buy a 112 for about 55 dollars. Ten years ago, I would regularly see a new 112 go for 65 dollars. 65 dollars has pretty much been a stable price for as long as I can remember. It's only recently that I have seen the price go down a bit.

[@jmknives]

@@KnifeDetector Thank you for your help. I really thought it would have been way cheaper in the early 1990s. Buck is usually around 20 to 30% more expensive in Germany than in America. And around 2013 it cost around € 50.00 in Germany. Now it costs around € 80.00. Thank you👍

[@JonathanDawson-sm2yl]

How much bigger is the 110 then the 112 ?? And how big are they both ? I mean in inches i cant understand the whold centameters thing only used to inches

[@KnifeDetector]

The 110 is 5 inches closed , the 112 is 4 inches :)

[@JonathanDawson-sm2yl]

@@KnifeDetector ok thinks so how about open ? The 110 is like 10 inches and the 112 is 8?

[@alpine1600s]

The first gen 112 came with a squared handle for grip, and a 440c blade!😱 Being the 50th Anniversary of the 112, you can get a faithful tribute edition of a first gen Buck 112 for $359.99. You may laugh, but 440c is still a quality stainless, and with a Bos heat treat.👍

[@KnifeDetector]

I like 440c. 359.00 is too rich for my blood 🩸

[@jeffhowland867]

The nickle silver 90's buck 112s are awesome. Super nice knife. The buck 500 knife is really sweet too, same size blade, drop point, and a bit thinner handle, stainless bolsters. Can't beat the 112 in looks though!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy, I’m looking for a 500.

[@felinebline7154]

Im ready for a 110 or a 112. Checked ebay but.. So Ill probably go new. Great knife.

[@KnifeDetector]

Yes, buddy, the 112 and 110 will always have a special place in my heart :)

[@thomastommy1192]

Awesome video thanks for sharing. How can you tell what year the 112 was made in?

[@KnifeDetector]

Do a search for "how old is my buck knife" and you will see a link to a Buck website that has years for the all the Buck emblems and dots.

[@forrestslrHankd]

I carry a 112 slim to work almost everyday.

[@paddyspotatopeelers2154]

Love these just never got round to getting one.atb paddy

[@KnifeDetector]

They are a bit thick, just like me, but I like the extra weight :)

[@jimmyj4811]

I've always had 110's, never had a 112. I really should try one. I could never understand why they cost more.

[@KnifeDetector]

Me too!! It is less material, so why!?

[@rgeraldalexander4278]

I picked up one of the original Micarta scaled early 3 pin 112 bucks back in 1974, no dots or markings other than "Buck 112 U.S.A." The 3 pin 110 I bought has wood scales marked "Buck 110 U.S.A." Still have the box and paperwork that came with the 112.

[@KnifeDetector]

Sweet!!

[@beardedfalconer1173]

Hello I have my daddy’s old buck 112 it has the word mighty layered into the blade. It is a 2 dot 112 can you give me any information about it?

[@KnifeDetector]

2 dots were made between 74 and 80. As far as the word, it could be the name of a company, or an award of some type.

[@beardedfalconer1173]

@@KnifeDetector thank you I’m thinking it’s a car part company so it must’ve been a promotional knife no telling what it’s worth

[@KnifeDetector]

@@beardedfalconer1173 at least 50 bucks in decent condition

[@spoonsmith9506]

Nice source of info. Just picked one up for 40 bucks at a pawn shop. Did I overpay?

[@KnifeDetector]

If it’s in good condition, then no, you didn’t overpay. Condition is everything, also check the tang stamp for the year made.

[@spoonsmith9506]

@@KnifeDetector It's the blocky kind that you have. 70's version I think. I don't see any dating on the tang. Just 112 USA

[@diverdave2179]

Great pawnshop find, KD! I have a Buck 112 FG, my most expensive knife, and it's a keeper. I still want to get a 112 or 110 LT to see what I'm missing. Nice logo, and yes, Gary is a good guy.

[@KnifeDetector]

Yes he is, it was awesome of him to just surprise me like that !

[@eileensalimbene4264]

My husband's is a '77

[@KnifeDetector]

Sweet!!

[@Dr_7932]

I’m surprised you didn’t have one that was all brass scales and the Frankenstein one is back

[@knifedelights7473]

Here's a link to a video in which C J Buck talks about the 112's history: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYPWcqaGpZ6cjs0

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks!!

[@cheyennereynoso4116]

I believe it is nickle. When I get the chance to choose. I go with the nickle silver.

[@KnifeDetector]

Me too :)

[@michaelk487]

Cool

[@JonathanDawson-sm2yl]

Whats on the blade on the bottom one?? Is it a thumb stud? Just go auto shit buck 112 auto

[@KnifeDetector]

A thumb stud I put on years ago with epoxy :)

[@lukedawg357SIG]

Good stuff i like lanterns sub your friends.

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy! I really appreciate it!

[@norby0418]

They do offer both the 110 & 112 made out of nickel silver. Not that rare.! They also offer more than one kind of blade steel and several kinds of scales. Nice find for $20

[@Zen_Ali_123]

👍👍

[@donwendling7800]

I have a Mint Buck 501 Stockman in the box, never used, with rosewood handles & brass bolsters. I will trade you for your squared off 112 or the one with the nickle bolsters....Let me know

[@KnifeDetector]

I wonder if you meant 301 stockman, since the 501 is a lock back. Thanks for the offer friend, but I’m partial to my Buck 112s :)

[@skcamerican]

Never cared for the 112 or 110, just too uniform for me. A classic, though!

[@KnifeDetector]

Thanks buddy.

[@andrej48ful]

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[@matthewwilliams492]

I have my highschool EDC to this day. Build date from 1967 to 1972. No finger groove. Stop interchanging parts. You are hurting the value and reputation of Buck. My highschool EDC was carried by most of in highschool.