Good everyday switchblade.

[djknife13]

The Milwaukee isn't a disposable razor blade type knife. It has a great blade shape and is a dream to use. It is too big for normal pocket carry but is good for a tool belt. When you snap it open it sounds like a serious auto. Just don't discount it because it isn't 100 years old. I prefer old knives, and love old autos, but if I'm going to drop one from scaffolding 3 stories up, I'd rather it was a really good $25 knife than a $2000 Grizzly. ____Dave

[Captain O]

My AKC Speed Hunter arrived today. It is tighter than a drum head. The firing mechanism is so taut that depressing the firing button requires real effort. The blade locks up tight and there is virtually no side-to-side or front-to-back blade play. The slide safety requires real effort to apply and disengage. The Stag scales on this piece is a sight to behold! They are beautiful and functional. The knife's 3" drop-point blade is perfect and snaps out with authority. This knife can disappear in my sports jacket pocket and "spring" into action when called for service. This was money that was more than just "well spent". This knife was a real bargain! It isn't a "one-trick-pony" but a truly useful piece of "Automatica". This is a brilliant example of the Italian artisan's knifemaking abilities. I don't see how it could get much better. It is a fantastic bit of "kit"!

If you can buy one, do it! You won't be sorry.

[ROGERGREEN]

I've got a Buck 110 auto on the way. We'll see how it is.

[Captain O]

I've got a Buck 110 auto on the way. We'll see how it is.

Take heart, ROGERGREEN. You will enjoy your purchase. The factory 110 Auto is a superb carry knife.

Be of good cheer!

[ROGERGREEN]

Should show up by the end of the week. I've carried Hubertus Springers for years, but the Buck may be the new carry.

[Captain O]

Should show up by the end of the week. I've carried Hubertus Springers for years, but the Buck may be the new carry.

You're going from a light(er) weight lever lock to a heavy button-open and lock back knife that has a true "lifetime warranty". This is something that Huburtus will never have. The Buck is also 100% American made. When you need warranty service, it is there in spades! This is a robust "working" knife not some "look at this" piece of "flash". This alone should make you happy.

Trust me, you are moving up in the world.

[ROGERGREEN]

Did receive the Buck automatic today. Every bit the quality and heft of the standard 110 hunter. The action was a little stiff right out of the box and didn't open and lock-up every time. After a little oil and playing with it bit, all is good. Sounds like a bear trap going off! I like the torsion spring design as opposed to a kicker spring. That leaves the "well" open preventing lint and dirt being trapped and makes for easy cleaning. I would recommend it as a heavy duty EDC.

[Captain O]

I didn't know that the Buck 110 Auto and Auto Elite (S30V Blade G10 handle on the Elite) were coil spring fired. These knives are obviously made for service instead of display. This validates the knife's purchase price. It can offer a lifetime of use and then some. Isn't this the inherent value of an EDC auto?

Works for me.