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Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #270 on: December 10, 2018, 02:45:09 PM
I appreciate the comments  :hatsoff:

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #271 on: December 10, 2018, 07:59:03 PM
 :)
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #272 on: December 11, 2018, 03:28:59 PM
 :tu: awesome pic.  Carried mine yesterday and it was like 1980s all over again.  Something familiar in a good way. 
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #273 on: December 12, 2018, 05:24:49 PM
 :like:. They have that effect don't they?
:tu: awesome pic.  Carried mine yesterday and it was like 1980s all over again.  Something familiar in a good way.
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #274 on: December 12, 2018, 05:34:13 PM
Yes it sure does.  While mine was carried ever so briefly in my pocket it was a neat flashback. 
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #275 on: December 19, 2018, 03:24:53 PM
Still very much enjoying the nostalgia of the 110.  I have a Kershaw Blackhorse from the 80s thats a neat interpretation.   
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #276 on: December 19, 2018, 03:31:07 PM
It sure is Aloha!  It's amazing the number of spinoffs the 110 inspired.   Don't forget Wood Handled Wednesday!
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #277 on: December 19, 2018, 04:02:14 PM
I've got that same Kershaw around here somewhere, Aloha.

Great version of the 110.

My wife used and abused it for a while. At one point, it was looking pretty bad. Dull, dull, dull. Grit in the action.

But that Blackhorse is easy to disassemble, clean, lube, and reassemble. An hour of work got it looking good and razor sharp!


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #278 on: December 19, 2018, 04:10:09 PM
I'm a sucker for a clip point blade so I picked it up a while ago.  Its my camp knife used for all kinds of dirty work.  The edge is screaming sharp and overall its a really nice knife.  I understand Kershaw came out with a V2.  What was interesting is how closely it followed the 110 blueprint.  Having my 110 now for a short while I'm seeing how much this knife has impacted the knife community.  I'm gonna carry mine again today and tomorrow and ..........
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #279 on: December 19, 2018, 04:52:25 PM
 :rofl:

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #280 on: December 19, 2018, 06:42:50 PM
Still very much enjoying the nostalgia of the 110.  I have a Kershaw Blackhorse from the 80s thats a neat interpretation.   

Nice pics Aloha! :like: :tu: :tu:

Here is my Kershaw Blackhorse with a 1980-'81 Buck 110.

This particular Buck 110 was the first Buck 110 I bought.

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #281 on: December 19, 2018, 07:04:24 PM
My Kershaw is about the same vintage as yours.  Mines the Japan version 1 from all I gathered.  My Buck 100 is 78' if I've dated it correctly.  We've got darn near mirrored images of each other  :tu:

I really like the looks and performance of a clip point.  Kershaw IMO did a really great job with theirs.  They certainly had a great blueprint to follow as did others. 

On a side note.  I've never quite appreciated these old folders.  I certainly never appreciated the Buck 110.  I have you to thank for starting this thread and all those who have participated in it.  It wasn't long ago that I didn't have a Buck 110 looking back at this thread.  I wanted a older one even tho the newer steels Buck now offers got me excited. 

I will look a little closer at the Bucks I see at the flea market and be more aggressive in trying to get another.  I don't mind the work to get it useable.  I just dont like those with blades that are as thin as fillet knives. 

Just a few more thoughts.  I cleaned mine up to a point.  I didn't want to send it in and get it looking "new".  I appreciate the patina this knife has and want to retain it.  Its appears partly honest wear with some neglect.  What excited me was the age.  Like I said,  looking at all the available dating information online I date this at 1978.  40 years strong.  I'm happy with use and carry time the patina has returned.  My cleaning was not overly done so the brass is back to its gorgeousness.  I appreciate the weight.  I carried a Surge and Swisschamp so heavy tools are not something I shied away from.  In its sheath and on my belt its present without being cumbersome. 

I am also not shying away from using it like it was meant.  This knife has done quite a bit under my custodianship.  With Bucks forever warranty I'm sure this knife will see another 40 years.  Retire?  It would be a shame so off to work it goes  with me.       
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #282 on: December 19, 2018, 07:16:49 PM
I bought my Blackhorse in 1984. Just an excellent knife.

However, I migrated to Buck 110's because I like the slimmer handle. The Blackhorse's finger grooves are really good, but I just came to prefer the Buck's ergo.

Like you, Aloha, I don't mind the weight of the Buck's brass bolsters. In fact, I like it. I like the way the balance point is shifted back in the hand. 


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #283 on: December 19, 2018, 07:46:38 PM
Today's 110:



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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #284 on: December 19, 2018, 07:49:34 PM
Sure is a lovely 110. 
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #285 on: December 19, 2018, 07:52:23 PM
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #286 on: December 19, 2018, 08:53:17 PM
My Kershaw is about the same vintage as yours.  Mines the Japan version 1 from all I gathered.  My Buck 100 is 78' if I've dated it correctly.  We've got darn near mirrored images of each other  :tu:

I really like the looks and performance of a clip point.  Kershaw IMO did a really great job with theirs.  They certainly had a great blueprint to follow as did others. 

On a side note.  I've never quite appreciated these old folders.  I certainly never appreciated the Buck 110.  I have you to thank for starting this thread and all those who have participated in it.  It wasn't long ago that I didn't have a Buck 110 looking back at this thread.  I wanted a older one even tho the newer steels Buck now offers got me excited. 

I will look a little closer at the Bucks I see at the flea market and be more aggressive in trying to get another.  I don't mind the work to get it useable.  I just dont like those with blades that are as thin as fillet knives. 

Just a few more thoughts.  I cleaned mine up to a point.  I didn't want to send it in and get it looking "new".  I appreciate the patina this knife has and want to retain it.  Its appears partly honest wear with some neglect.  What excited me was the age.  Like I said,  looking at all the available dating information online I date this at 1978.  40 years strong.  I'm happy with use and carry time the patina has returned.  My cleaning was not overly done so the brass is back to its gorgeousness.  I appreciate the weight.  I carried a Surge and Swisschamp so heavy tools are not something I shied away from.  In its sheath and on my belt its present without being cumbersome. 

I am also not shying away from using it like it was meant.  This knife has done quite a bit under my custodianship.  With Bucks forever warranty I'm sure this knife will see another 40 years.  Retire?  It would be a shame so off to work it goes  with me.       


Glad to hear I helped you to appreciate the Buck 110. :D

You found a nice one. It, like the one in my pictures, has a 440C blade which does hold a great edge.

Glad to hear you are using it...that is what it was made for and it is the only way you can really come to appreciate what a great knife the Buck 110 is.

Also, like you, I appreciate the weight. It just has a solid feel that inspires confidence when using it. :cheers:


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #289 on: December 21, 2018, 04:27:29 PM
Pure enjoyment.  This knife has ignited something.  I am really liking carrying it more than I thought I would.  I figured it would be a day or five and on to my normal carry. 
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #290 on: December 21, 2018, 04:35:16 PM
Pure enjoyment.  This knife has ignited something.  I am really liking carrying it more than I thought I would.  I figured it would be a day or five and on to my normal carry.

Couldn't agree more. It's a fun knife that kindles enjoyment. And confidence with that nice heft and the solid 'chunk' sound of the blade locking up. I find it to be such a comfortable knife to use...so well suited for such a great range of tasks.

I'm stoked that you've picked one up and are enjoying it!   :2tu:


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #291 on: December 21, 2018, 06:28:54 PM
Pure enjoyment.  This knife has ignited something.  I am really liking carrying it more than I thought I would.  I figured it would be a day or five and on to my normal carry.

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #292 on: December 21, 2018, 07:28:53 PM
You did a great job revitalizing your 110 and then to enjoy carrying it, and all that at the holiday season, you could not write a better script.

I see a possible movie in the works, "Aloha007 Rescue" :facepalm:

Makes me feel guilty using my newer model or even my LT model.  I need to hit the garage sales and flea market tables :think: :salute: :ahhh
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #293 on: December 21, 2018, 09:07:00 PM
I recently watched a very negative review of the 110 LT on YouTube.  To each his or her own, but this knife often doesn't get the respect it deserves. Just rantin' here..... :rant:


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #294 on: December 21, 2018, 11:33:01 PM
Every one will find fault with any subject.

The 110 with bolsters is a great knife, and a design unchanged for years with a multitude of scale options and finish's.

The LT is the same blade, lock back, in a nylon handle without liners.  To me it is better than most under $40 knives.  It is sharp, and easy to maintain, lighter and easy to fit a lanyard onto it for easy retrieval from a pocket.

Buck has introduced a slimmer version with a pocket clip and and thumb stud, yet still criticized.

I like all my Bucks, mainly due to the lock back design.

If I start and end the day above ground, it is a good day!

Hope yours is as good!

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #295 on: December 21, 2018, 11:49:14 PM
 :tu:  :cheers:


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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #296 on: December 22, 2018, 02:23:56 AM
I love the heft of good old fashioned brass, wood and steel!   :tu:
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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #297 on: December 22, 2018, 06:23:30 PM
I love the heft of good old fashioned brass, wood and steel!   :tu:

I agree Barry! :cheers:

Here are pictures of my oldest and favorite Buck 110. It is a1974-1980 model with a 440C blade.

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Re: Why I have a fondness for the Buck 110 Folding Hunter
Reply #298 on: December 22, 2018, 06:24:25 PM
Sweeeeet!  :like:


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