Pocket knives are an American classic, the evolutionary result of a Kansas blacksmith’s search for a better tempering method, about a hundred years ago. Now that stainless steel has taken over the market, tempering probably isn’t the pinnacle feat of the industry any longer, but back in the days when every little town had its resident craftsman of iron and steel, everyone tried to be a step above the rest. Whether Hoyt Buck discovered anything special in terms of tempering is in doubt, but he made a good knife, starting out as many have, reworking old files into new blades.
The Buck Knife has a reputation for consistent quality and durability, with blades and construction that are just heavy enough to be noticeably different. I’ve often wished that a sheath came with them, because they feel a little too large for your pocket unless you work on a farm. The Buck knife has the heft of a good tool.
Materials these days are updated, but visually the knives are much the same as they were fifty years ago when wood or stag handles were the norm. The 371BRW Stockman is typical of the company’s modern products, stainless steel blades and a “wood grain” handle. The handle material is actually a composite called Micarta, with the look and feel of polished wood but considerably better durability.
Three blades in three styles are more than you’ll need even if you break one trying to turn a screw; the lifetime warranty won’t cover the blade you broke doing that, but if there’s anything wrong that’s the company’s fault you can always get a repair or a new knife. I’ve never had reason to test the warranty; the knives are always stout enough to last.
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GERBER REMIX POCKET FOLDING KNIFE S/E HUNTING CAMP NEW $21.99 |
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Elk Ridge Handcrafted Two-Tone Folding Pocket Knife NEW $4.25 |
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Small Mtech Kerambit Hawk Claw Folding Pocket Knife n18 $0.80 |
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4.25 Inch Mexican Flag Folding Pocket Knife with Sheath $9.99 |
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Felix Francisco’s CUSTOM DAMASCUS POCKET FOLDING KNIFE $125.50 |
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POW MIA Commemorative Folding Pocket Knife $7.95 |
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CRKT Columbia River Blk Rollock Folding Pocket Knife S $12.55 |
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Smith&Wesson S&W Green Extreme Ops Folding Pocket Knife $10.00 |
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5.8″ Small Carry EDC Rescue Pocket Folding Knife N01 $0.98 |
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KISSING CRANE TRAPPER 2 BLADE POCKET FOLDING KNIFE NIB $17.50 |
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Cold Steel Ti Lite Zytel Handle Pocket Folding Knife $33.00 |
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Schrade Uncle Henry Pocket Folding Knife great Gift New $10.99 |
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New 7.4″ Schrade Camo Folding Pocket Camping Knife net6 $0.90 |
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RED BANDIT FOLDING POCKET KNIFE w/CLIP & SHEATH $2.22 |
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NEW ARMY BLADE 6″ FOLDING POCKET SURVIVAL ARMY KNIFE $0.99 |
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NEW Custom Carving Pocket Folding Knife Wood C $0.98 |
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Smith & Wesson S&W Titanium Tanto Folding Pocket Knife $11.67 |
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Brandi Collectible Folding Pocket Knife in Case $14.99 |
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No-Brand Black Defense Survival Pocket Folding Knife $0.98 |
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CAMP FOLDING Stainless STEEL Pocket KNIFE w/ Hook HX135 $0.80 |
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Spring Release Push Button Pocket Comb – Switch Blade $0.70 Spring Release Push Button Pocket Comb – Switch Blade… |
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Shun Higo Nokami Personal Folding Stainless-Steel Steak Knife $99.95 It’s hard to imagine how much flavor is sacrificed using a typical restaurant steak knife. This Personal Steak/Pocket Knife can make all the difference between a so-so and spectacular meal. Featuring the precision sharpness and beveled edge associated with Shun cutlery, it folds neatly away in its own leather pocket sheath and locks for safety. A fine gift for the discriminating diner or traveler… |
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Rough Rider Small Lady Leg with White Smooth Bone Handle $6.99 This pattern was popular in the good ol’ days! Stainless steel blade, white smooth bone handle, brass pins and liners, nickel silver bolsters.2-1/8″ clip pt blade length 3-1/8″ closed. Bone is a natural handle material prone to cracking. Therefore, some knives may have cracks near the pins or bolsters. … |
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Locking Liner; The, with Don Robinson (2 Dvds) $54.95 Obtain the secrets of making folding knives for yourself as you watch Don Robinson explain “His Way” of creating this Barlow style locking liner knife. From prints to polish, watch as raw materials are transformed into cutlery art in this instructional video. At almost 4 hours long this video provides all the insight and instructions to assist you in every phase of constructing your own folding/lo… |
