I made an inquiry to Buck on the 506 and I thought I would share their response.
history@buckknives.com
12:25 PM
Dear DAVID,
This model 506 White Knight was made in 1985. It was the last year before date codes were added to the blade stamps. The "dot" signifies a running change that was made to the production process of the knife and was an indicator to the warranty department of the change that was made. Unfortunately, I do not have records of what those changes actually were. "Tribal knowledge" has decreased significantly over the years due to retirements of those who were in the know and they did a pretty bad job of documentation.
Tony Wagner
Sales Operations Coordinator
Buck Knives, Inc.
208-262-0500 x 204
Buck 506
Buck 506
David L Roberts, United States Navy Retired
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Re: Buck 506
I carried a 506 for MANY years, and I still buy the 506, 505, 525, 526, etc whenever I see one for a reasonable price (which is becoming rare!)
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Re: Buck 506
Most older companies have had a flood or fire destroy their records. Kind of refreshing to hear, they just didn’t keep good records.
I’m sure a lot of stuff was trashed when they moved.
I’m sure a lot of stuff was trashed when they moved.
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Re: Buck 506
The 506 started out branded as the Lady Buck, but the name changed soon after to White Knight. The 505 is the same knife with a Micarta handle (later laminated wood). OH
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