What's so Great About the Buck 110?

[@challenger2ultralightadventure]

I purchased my Buck 110 in 1978, the year I joined the armed forces. I carried it on deployments to all corners of this planet, from the desert to north of the arctic circle. It has never failed me, and is razor sharp. I still use and carry it today. The best knife I ever purchased.

[@Gpknives]

💯 Thanks for watching.

[@Ruger44Redhawk]

I've been recently collecting the 3 dot 1980-81 110's because that was the last year they used the better Bos heat treated 440C with the squared off bolsters. I call it my Waylon Jennings/Outlaw Country knife. I prefer the vintage stuff now because it works. No springs, screws or internal parts that will fail and easy to put a shaving sharp edge on in the field.

[@kova1577]

Surprised they let you carry it. I never been in the army, my father kept me away from that life since he been through it and wanted me to do something better, but anyway I assumed with the strictness of the military and the weakening of the modern mind that they’d not allow you to have it. Edit: Oh nevermind, you said it was in the late 70s not post 9/11 and post social media. I am sure they became soft and see the knife as some scary weapon or something instead of a tool.

[@thinkfirst6431]

@@kova1577 I can't speak for the "modern" military. After mid 1976 I carried a Buck 112 everywhere I went, even when I had dress greens on. I picked the 112 as it had a shorter blade than the 110, there were some concealed weapon problems in those days which the 112 avoided. For me it was just part of the uniform in those days.

[@tschurarjipiruschka1998]

@@Ruger44Redhawk the 420 is still heat treated by BOS or am i wrong?

[@michaelbandeko3519]

I gave my father a Buck 110 for Christmas in 1974. My Dad carried that knife for the rest of his life. I now have it. It will be 50 years old next year. I gave $10 for that knife at the Navy Exchange at NAS Alameda,CA.

[@adamosantonio1499]

God bless You and Your famyli

[@jlr3636]

Back in the early 70’s I worked the late shift soon after Buck Knives moved into the El Cajon factory. Every night they would give me a few trays of parts,. First step was to mix epoxy and fix the wood to the brass, then rivet the wood/brass halves, next step was to assemble the blade (which wasn’t sharp) spring, sides and but end spacer. These parts were assembled with pins which were compressed with a press. My last step was to do a rough sanding to flush the wood, brass, pins. I didn’t last too long as I was studying architecture and went to work as a draftsman. I’ve always felt proud to say I worked at Buck Knives.

[@Steve-1269]

My dad always carried this knife and i also do too. One thing he brought up is that if in a self defense situation, and you don't have time to even open it, you can hold it in your fist and "hammer fist" strike with the butt of the knife into the temple or any other vulnerable area. Great all around knife from hunting/camping to an EDC and defense knife.

[@richardpcrowe]

I carried a knife like this (It was a folding buck - I am not sure of the exact model) during an aggregate of 32 months that I deployed In-Country Vietnam. I used it for everything in lieu of the Kabar issued by the Navy. I believe it saved my life one time in Saigon... I had just reenlisted and had several thousand dollars in military payment certificates (MPC) on my person. I hailed a civilian cab to travel from the Naval Activity Personnel Office to the military post office where I could purchase money orders. It was a damned inconvenient system We had not gone a single block when the cabbie stopped and another Vietnamese guy hopped in the front street. Then the cabbie turned away from where I had (in Vietnamese) told him to drive. I ordered him to stop (again speaking Vietnamese) but he kept going. I retrieved the Buck from the holster on my belt, opened it, and placed the cutting edge next to the drivers neck, telling him again to stop. This time he understood my Vietnamese and stopped. I got out and he drove off. I don't think that he was a V.C but, rather a Cowboy, a street thief. Anyway, he didn't get anything from me...

[@tommypreeriii5560]

I've had my 110 since my father gave me one in 1974 and I still carry it every day. I love it. Thanks for the video

[@Gpknives]

Thanks for watching!

[@growleym504]

I'm 65 years old and I have carried a 110 since I was a kid, when it was decided that I was "grown" enough to upgrade from my sheepfoot barlow. I have gone through a lot of them, with loss, theft, etc and I have chipped a few and destroyed the tip of a couple from doing things you should never do with a knife, but never actually broke one. Great corrosion resistance. Keeps a good edge but not a terrible PITA to sharpen. It looks and feels like a great, sturdy pocketknife that a working man or an outdoorsman would naturally carry. Iconic? Yeah, and historic. This was the first really successful "folding hunter". It is the namesake for a whole category of folders. What's so great about a Buck 110? it's just great, that's what's great about it. Made in America, and still affordable enough that you don't have to treat it like a precious jewel. Oh. look up the warranty on this thing. This, and the Zippo lighter, Not many things that they will fix or replace forever, but this is one of them.

[@MJHiteshew]

I got my first 110 in 1981 (an early Version 7) while working in a True Value hardware store while I was in high school. Two years later I did a dumb thing and left it outside in an area frequented by a skateboard club and by the time I remembered where I had left it, it was gone. I was gutted and for some reason waited until 1986 to replace it with a Variant 1 of the 1986 dated version. I still carry that one and will be taking it camping with me later on today.

[@birdwatcher1337]

My uncle bought one of these in the 1970's and a week later he lost it. So he went out and bought another one and as you would expect, found the first one soon after. So he had 2. He kept the original one in storage and gave it to me a few years ago. Still perfect.

[@carloslyons3835]

Uncle of the year

[@HarleyBob957]

I have. 1990 Buck 110. I love it, the leather case is broke-in just right and has great character. I keep the blade very sharp , the scales oiled, and the brass polished . One day I’ll hand it down to one of my grandkids.

[@Sanguivore]

A true family heirloom! ☺️ That's great!

[@mcbarfly030]

Well, I have to admit that I know this knife and I always think or better let me say feel, this is a knife which my grandfather already had, too. And probably he owned one. That's not bad, for me this knife is something like a real folding knife, a father of today's knives and if you would ask me to draw a typical knife, I would sketch this one. The Micarta version made me feel I want one. Thank you for the overview!

[@Gpknives]

Agreed. It is a multi-generational classic. Thanks for watching.

[@discofishing]

You have a lot of feelings.

[@goatmodegaming]

I just got a 43 year old Buck 110 from my grandpa who just died and it’s used but still great condition, still cuts paper, very special

[@skeets6060]

I bought my 110 when I was 13, carried it every hunting season till I went to SE A and I carryed her my whole tour. Now over the years I bought others but I always come back to the old girl,, I might have it burryed with me

[@The_PaleHorseman]

I carried the 119 in the army as a boot knife essentially, loved that knife, but also had the Buck 110 as a Buck up on my belt

[@ChevyConQueso]

Absolute American classic. I have had 3 of these now; I lost 2 of them. I really, really want to buy the auto or auto elite; it's just so damn cool. The stock holsters wore out from daily carry, so I got a nice vertical slip fit from a leather guy in the Phillipines, via Ebay. I love this knife even more with a good quality clip holster that I can just slide it out of, and it looks sweet to boot. I've also gifted several of these knives as well, and will probably be sending one to my nephew soon. You just can't go wrong with these knives.

[@johnalden6584]

After purchasing the Buck 110, I was very pleased, so I also finally bought a Buck 112 ! Extremely happy with both !

[@billtravis2369]

I have viewed many channels like this. It is now my go to. Thank you

[@wes326]

The original is the best looking knife ever. Thanks for sharing.

[@JimLander]

I too bought my first Buck in 1972, the first year of my military service. Been a Buck man ever since. It was a Ranger, a 112.

[@FranktheTank319]

The 110 Legacy is a tempting buy. It's a new take on the classic and I dig it.

[@Gpknives]

💯

[@marcosperes8372]

im gonna order one right now

[@UltraMagaFan]

The first Buck knife I got was the Boone and Crockett Club 50th anniversary 110 hunter. It was a gift for my 11th birthday. I love that thing. 9 years later after heavy use it is still going strong. Also, I recently got a #422 Bucklite from my father. He bought the thing brand new back in 1989. After 34 years of use that thing is also in great shape. These knives hold an edge incredibly well and they are also very durable. That’s a big reason why they are so great.

[@1965kid]

I got my first 110 when I was 12. I lost it some years ago. I'M NOW 59. I just bought another 110 today and seems even better than the old one. Buck has only gotten better over the years. Nothing beats a 110!

[@deandee8082]

had a 110 in my tackle box and hip waders for decades and decades, its a GREAT fishing knife for your larger fishes, salmon steelhead so forth, a GREAT winter knife as its opens easily with extremely cold and shivering hands..

[@Alsayid]

What I never much liked about the 110 was the weight. Now I have the Lightweight, and it has become my favorite pocket knife.

[@Gpknives]

👍👍

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Just needs a deep carry pocket clip.

[@karlosanthony5976]

My class brass/ wood 110 is one of the sharpest, most sturdy knife i own..and I have a collection off nearly 130 knives, of every price, name brand, steel, even hand made custom jobs featuring "damascus" steel. But the Buck 110 is still CLASSIC

[@Gpknives]

💯👍Thanks for watching.

[@ericmack001]

Awesome video. My favorite version has Nickel silver bolsters, elk horn scales, and a mirror polished 420 clip point blade, with the brown new buck belt pouch.

[@Wcquick]

Excellent review of the Buck 110 selection. I purchased my first 110 this week to replace my 24 year JA Henckels locking folder. it is a retired old tool, like me. This knife is not a pocket carry but will work well for my purposes these days.

[@drod826]

I'm 55. My dad have me one when is was around 13. I have given all 3 of my boys one. What is not to lovr, and it looks so classic.

[@miketheknife2]

I still have my two dot 110 I bought in 1976 during my Navy tour ! Now I own about 60 or so 110s.

[@NeMaAn]

I just got my first one, slim with micarta and s45vn. It is wicked sharp. The construction seems solid.

[@johnbayliss1098]

My favorite one is the is the finger grip model of the 110 fantastic great tool

[@diegradebanane]

My father bought one in 1994 or 95 and now I have it, the closing mechanism isnt as snappy as you showed, but its still in great shape. I dont have much use for it tbh, but its still a nice thing!

[@bwest8372]

I have bad experiences with spring assisted knives. I like the ones flip out with no spring. I just have a cheap ozark trail 1 i use for cutting rope or anything pretty much that i dont want to use my trapper blades on. I carry those 2 knives and a utility 1.

[@sherwinpalacio3227]

Iconic knife!

[@Gpknives]

🤣💯👍

[@zbigniew3238]

Perfect presentation. Thank you.

[@classicbladereview1886]

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

[@Gpknives]

Thanks for watching!

[@KnivesSurvival]

Love buck 110s

[@Gpknives]

👍 Thanks for watching.

[@raphaelargus2984]

For my taste, a 110 is like a Fender Tele or Gibson Les Paul. I'll go with the tried and true unmodified classic the way it was originally made. If I want a 110 with plastic handle, pocket clips and spring-button action, or if I want a Telecaster with humbucker pickups, I'll just go all the way and get a Spyderco knife or a Paul Reed Smith guitar. But the classics have stood the test of time for a reason.

[@totallyfrozen]

I like the way you think.

[@artawhirler]

Funny you should mention Gibson guitars because Buck uses ebony scraps from the Gibson factory to make the handle scales on the classic 110.

[@joeguzman3558]

I'm a 3rd generations rancher in south Texas and iv been using knifes daily,I found out that the Case knives and Buck knives are the best, every now and then I find a knife I lost and still good after all the rain

[@tigerbalm6465]

That's right. Iconic

[@Gpknives]

👍

[@chrisreuther4546]

I love the look of the new sport line! And the TRX pros!

[@Gpknives]

Glad you like them. Thanks for watching.

[@MrBluesluver]

Thank you for this video on the original "cool knife". I have several modern folder with the pocket clip, but, they've pretty much shredded my pants pockets. So my favorite carry is back to belt pouch carry. My almost daily carry is the 110 lite moded with a thumb stud or 110 classic with same set up.

[@Gpknives]

Very nice! Thanks for watching!

[@DisHammerhand]

I think I had a buck 110 clone in college in the 80s. I like that classic shape. I now have a genuine 110 with a black G10 handle. Still that classic shape.

[@zerofivetwelve]

I have some of this knifes. 110 and 112. I sold it because of the weight. Now i want to try the sport one.. aluminum bolster abd g10 scales. Hopefully i am happy with it.

[@escapetherace1943]

It's just my favorite knife. So many of them have been around 50+ years and still work perfectly fine for their age. No it's not a super steel, but it is easy to sharpen with field tools and stays sharp long enough. I prefer it to more expensive knives and it's USA made!

[@philchristmas4071]

I love these 🇺🇸 made buck knives.

[@blueduck9409]

The original Buck 110, with wood and brass handle, is my favorite. Its got weight to it, fills the hand nicely, and Buck steel holds a razor edge quite well. I have never had any problems sharpening the blade. Im not sure if it was made, but the 110 with a full tang blade instead of folding, would be something i would buy. Its a great belt knife. Great video, thanks!

[@adamjames1375]

Check out the "Woodsman 102" It's a 4" fixed blade. A little different, but fairly similiar overall.

[@Gpknives]

They made one once upon a time called the Buck 101 fixed hunter. No longer in production, sadly, however the Woodsman is a good substitution. Thanks for watching.

[@miguelterivel9918]

j'adore beaucoup les buck knife 110 sont mes couteau préféré pour moi c'est les meilleurs.

[@Vox-Populi]

I added a $10 Nite Ize clip to my original 110. Carry it and use it daily. Carried a Buck Light in the military. Handy.

[@kenjulian4104]

My favorite fixed blade Buck is the Night Hawk reminiscent of the Randel model 1

[@BladeTrends]

I have more Buck 110/112 series knives than any other single type of knife. They are solid and have classic lines.

[@vtxdaryl]

Nice clean looking knives.

[@AlexKS1992]

Never knew there were a lot of variations of the knife. I learned something new today and it’s not even lunchtime.

[@Gpknives]

Never too early to put on the ol' learning cap 🎩

[@cynicsupreme]

Nice video! It’s the classic for me. All day long. With that sheath.

[@Gpknives]

Good choice!

[@Marcus-rg7bg]

I have an older style one. One of my favorites.

[@worddunlap]

While in the military it was an unissued piece of EDC gear that everyone had. Everyone worked the joints so it flipped open.

[@johnlewton3918]

Bought mine in San Francisco in 1973. The blade is a little thinner now. I recently bought an automatic Buck 110.

[@IrishDevil78]

I carry Slim Select and Pros, 110 and 112 size. For the price it’s hard to find a better performing knife. Thin blade, thin grind, narrow edge to spine, and a good point. The Slim Select is the Mora of folding knives.

[@Gpknives]

👍 Great observations. Thanks for watching.

[@blueduck9409]

No kidding. ... i agree.

[@musar03580]

I have a Buck 110 that I don't see featured in this video. Mine looks like your classic 110 but the brass bolsters are less rounded at the edges. Mine was purchased in 1981 or '82.

[@rwirtz77]

last couple 110's i had the blade was wobbling side to side when closed so i sold them, sucks i bought one and thought it was a dud and bought another. I picked up a Case Hammerhead and plan to keep it forever.

[@jeffhrycuna3349]

I bought one in as a sophomore in high school and still carry it

[@rapalaron6348]

I do like the Buck 110. It is a legend, but there is one knife i do like more than the 110. This knife i have in use for almost 30 years and it is in my opinion one of the best and most versatile quality folding knifes that exist. The Böker Optima. With this knife you can change blades in a second. I use 3 blades, The drop point for daily use, the bowie model for hunting and a saw. Everything you can have in the same leather sheath so you have always the right blade with you. It is way more expensive than the 110. A blade is about the price from a 110 but it is in my opinion the only knife you need for hunting, fishing, outdoor, etc.

[@Gpknives]

👍

[@walden6272]

I agree that the Boker Optima is the only knife that surpass the 110. It's a work of art. Unfortunately too expensive.

[@totallyfrozen]

So you need to carry extra blades around and swap them out in the field? Interesting

[@rapalaron6348]

@@totallyfrozen Yes, the are in a separate compartment in the sheath. I carry a drop point blade, saw, and gut opener as extra blades with me. Cheers!

[@enzoswoodshop1052]

2:30 S30V actually is a step down from 420HC in regards to corrosion resistance. Same with toughness. It’s got over twice the amount of abrasion resistance as 420HC, but is about half as strong and slightly more rust-prone. All data I’m referring to comes from Dr. Larrin Thomas’s metallurgical research.

[@mtgreengarden]

I have the Bucklite 422+. Not the old classic look, but the same functionality.

[@Gpknives]

👍👍

[@mtgreengarden]

I also have the Bucklite 422+. My go-to for small game and camping.

[@antonmarkov1635]

I’m very torn. Do I get this big chunky classic knife or do I get a modern lightweight deep carry Acta Non Verba Z400. I seriously don’t know which way to go.

[@darthbiden8675]

I love all of the different variations of 110s that buck offers, but nothing beats my original 110 that ive had since i was 13 years old.

[@brianlash154]

Lots of vietnam soldiers got them through an acquisition program called PX who wanted a tough as nails knife but more compact than the M7 bayonet that was also am option

[@mikemuenze5390]

I like the with finger grooves I need to get another one.

[@ShaneReynolds0421]

Nice production

[@billd7197]

interesting. Love my Buck knife. And he talks and sounds like the late, great Carl Sagan.

[@eagleeyes5424]

My favorite 110 is the newer model with the drop point. I'd really like to see a auto with a drop point blade.

[@charlesmckinney]

I envy your buck 110 collection. I only have 2 110s and 1 112. I'd give my eyeteeth, if I still had them, for one of those buck 110 autos

[@shivanandsamaroo6129]

I believe they come in different sizes!

[@mikeogden5256]

A favorite 😻

[@Gpknives]

👍

[@JoelHunterGun]

I'm also a fan of the Michael Prater "Painted Pony" customs.

[@diverdave2179]

Thanks for including all the models, Tyler! I have the classic and one I got used but is probably a custom ? ( engraved ribbon on blade "Buck Knives Since 1902", nickel silver bolsters and desert ironwood scales) .

[@Gpknives]

Sounds like it is probably a custom, cool snag dawg! 🤟

[@diverdave2179]

@@Gpknives thanks man, whatever it is , it's very nice! Never thought I would buy another 110 after getting the 50th anniversary one.

[@voodoo7008]

It’s and edc you’ll actually use, and will last a lifetime. My dad carried a Puma that was pretty much a 110 clone, for as long as I could remember. When he passed, I got his knife collection. We never could find that Puma.

[@dasfaultier8551]

its a Puma Game Warden 😉 You can buy new ones, but the new ones are Made in China (PUMA SGB) Look for the Real Deal Puma Game Warden Made in Solingen/ Germany 👍

[@voodoo7008]

@@dasfaultier8551 Thank you very much for the information. Much appreciated.

[@gladeshunter8796]

You know it’s an Icon when some of the guys in the comments bought their Buck 110 before you were born .

[@Gpknives]

💯🤣

[@thaknobodi]

Buck should add a stop pin to keep the edge from squeezing in and touching the back spring under accidental force when closed

[@artgrusensky121]

the buck 110 is the knife I want in my hand when my life is on the line. Just discovered and ordered the 110 lt. very excited, because the 110 is too heavy for edc

[@wayneholmes637]

Absolutely not the knife I would want if my life was on the line. For risky situations I carry a CRKT M16-14SF opposite to my EDC Fällkniven F1 and EDC small Fällkniven PC folder. The 110 is the textbook jack of all trades and master of none. Mine has been retired for "dressier" occasions where the others are too scary for simple folk.

[@dye182]

By far my favorite knife is a buck 110 and swings a buck 112

[@ekimskaew5304]

Great vid, but I would have appreciated seeing the last example. Thank you!

[@jspr_edc]

Do any of the slim/slim pro models have steel liners?

[@bittabrutha31]

What kind of bearings are in a buck knives 110 is it good for water?

[@ricardocastillo5485]

I have to be extremely active and agile in my job, move all kinds of weird ways, always carry a 110 in a horizontal sheath in 7 o'clock position on my belt, so because it's tucked horizontal at my center of gravity, despite heavier weight it is actually less cumbersome than a slim folder in the pocket with a clip. Gets in the way less when I have to climb, crawl, bend, trot.

[@Gpknives]

👍👍

[@mwillblade]

Don't keep us hanging, what do you do?

[@totallyfrozen]

@@mwillblade He’s……Batman.

[@littlemouse7066]

You can find similar traditional knives practically in any european culture which is where it comes from.

[@Gpknives]

Likely inspired by the Spanish navaja though Buck did a great deal to popularize the now ubiquitous lock back design.

[@j.r7872]

Articulate presentation. Excellent.

[@Gpknives]

Thank you for watching!

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

I like the Buck 110 and am today going to install a Lynch pocket clip on my Buck lightweight. Two things l noticed...the slim pro's and a few others have moved away from the classic Buck clip point, and the pocket clips on almost every Buck that has a pocket clip...they are ugly. I know Buck is capable of producing good deep carry clips (they are offered on several Buck knives). As far as the clip point blade...l like the original swept clip, not the modern straight clip.

[@papig_is_pat219]

What would u recommend for a first knife

[@rogerholder7132]

One of my Buck110s is 120year anniversary

[@wayneholmes637]

Mine is a first run of the 110s 50th "birthday" edition. Gets used normally, has its second belt sheath already and has been around the world a bit.

[@frederickvanpelt6393]

I have had a 110 as edc for 40+ years. These days I carry the light weight pocket clip. You didn't cover one that I own which has bone handles and pocket clip.

[@TheStreamingEnderman]

I'm not a Hunter. So I almost think the smaller 112 would be a nicer size. Or the 55!

[@Gpknives]

The 112 is great for EDC. Thanks for watching.

[@eddieboulrice6791]

I had a 112 years ago but lost it so a couple of days ago i ordered a 112 and it should last me the rest of my days.its hard to find a good knife that not going to brake the bank and will stay sharp i hate a dull knife .

[@williamwells1862]

OOOOH a switchblade knife whoa

[@stevesinclair4159]

Tyler happy Wednesday, forgive me if I am wrong but you failed to mention what I consider to be a significant difference between the 110 Lightweight & the 110 Slim Select in that the 110 Lightweight retains the standard 110 Clip Point blade whereas the 110 Slim Select has a modified Clip Point which I consider a hybrid between the classic Buck Clip Point design and a partial Spear Point design . The same hybrid blade is also on the Buck 112 Slim Select ( which I own rather than the 110 SS ) . I am thinking now of buying a 110 Lightweight & adding a thumb stud to it.

[@Gpknives]

Buck still defines both blade shapes as clip points. I do see the LW has the more pronounced clip while the Slim Select is modified which should add strength. Both solid designs that offer good bang for the buck. 😆 Thanks for watching.

[@stevesinclair4159]

@@Gpknives I much prefer the more pointed original blade, somehow the modified design is less good at making small holes in say a leather belt as it has a smaller tip. I am a fan of the Buck Clip Point & apart from owning 110's & 112's I have 2 Wenger Swiss Buck 85mm knives ( the Trekker & Odyssey models the equivalent of the Victorinox 91mm Camper & the 85mm Tourist ) they both have Buck style Clip Point main blades & a secondary blades with the sharp almost needle like tip on the classic Buck 110 Hunter

[@billspencer8156]

i have a buck 110. that needs new wood on the handle . i am going to replace it. i noticed on the ones you have i didn't see one that had three pins to hold the wood or handle on. this one has one stainless and two brass. any idea?

[@durango8882]

It’s USA Boss!

[@billballbuster7186]

No doubt its a classic over the years I have had both 110 and 112, bought my first in a PX 1970s. But they are heavy and the tips on the delicate side. So these days I carry a Bantam 286 that stands up to the rough and tumble a lot better and weighs just over 3oz.

[@brucebrown3837]

Where did you find the Buck 110 auto blade?

[@Gpknives]

The 110 Autos are currently sold out; however, you can sign up for Back-In-Stock notifications on their product pages! www.gpknives.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Buck+110+Automatic+Lock+Back

[@marionboren5787]

I just bought the new buck 110 light because i have always liked the 110 but its just to heavy...