Buck Bantam 286 Review

[@TheRydog61]

Thanks for the tip on the oil.

[@bbtb785]

Excellent review and comparative analysis. It's rare and pleasantly refreshing to watch a review provided by someone who uses their tools rather than just collects and/or displays their knives. Appreciated !

[@AdventureswDucky]

Thank you, I understand that feeling. I can see why it is rair as well, it takes a lot of time to gain a solid understanding of an items true value.

[@bbtb785]

@@AdventureswDucky You're welcome. I'd really enjoy your opinion of the Spanish -Joker Bushcraft Bushcrafter CV120, micarta Handle, 4.13 inches Blade of Böhler N695 Steel, with Black Leather Sheath and Paracord 550. It seems too good to be true for the affordable price of $90. Knife Center gave it a positive review but it's too new to the market for many comprehensive opinions.

[@AdventureswDucky]

@BTB While not something I would consider purchasing due to lack of interest, it does look like it has potential. The specifications look promising, the handle looks to be going for simple ergonomics, and sheath looks very good. Prices on everything are all over the place. A few factors on why the price is where it is could be the steel being basically mid grade at this point, micarta is far more common, and the place of origin is Spain. Purchase from a seller with a good return policy just to be safe but if it interests you then buy as you wish.

[@Fr_dG]

Just ran into this video... thank you so much, I appreciate it, since I ALSO have an Air Lite. I'll be purchasing a Bantam 286 now.

[@AdventureswDucky]

@@Fr_dG Glad I could help

[@angelpayan1874]

Excelente navaja muy buen filo y lijera

[@ronmoore6598]

Nice overview! Would have like to see the OKC RAT1 compared. Falls right into the same price point. I like the polished blade on the Rat knives. Why would you say a linder lock is less strong?

[@AdventureswDucky]

Blade hq ran a test and the liner lock did not do as well. I would have compared it to the Rat 1 if I had one.

[@Errcyco]

Ive been stuck on a Kizer Squidward and a CRKT M16-02SS for my under $40

[@ronmoore6598]

@@AdventureswDucky Does the Bantam have steel liners, or just the plastic handle?

[@AdventureswDucky]

@@ronmoore6598 no liners

[@jimmyflowers6597]

Just for the record the blade is Boss heat treated

[@AdventureswDucky]

Thank you for the info.

[@adleneulmi8707]

Good knife