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Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:20 pm
by Baykeeper
KLJ77 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:09 pm
Baykeeper,
If the ebay seller described your knife as being a 1967-1972 era knife, they were wrong. Your knife is a 1972-1986 three line model. A 67-72 model is only two lines and should read; "Buck" and under that; "USA".
I considered not saying anything, but then, I thought maybe you would want to know, in case you want to call the seller out on this...if in fact they sold this under false pretenses. I know I would. Not trying to open up a can of worms...but in my thinking, you have a right to know what you 'don't' have, based on what you believe you do have.
Good luck with whatever direction you go on this.
Thank you, they did describe it as '67-'72. Oh well, live and learn. I'm basically a 300 Series collector and have every model of that series, so you guys gotta help me with these other models as I branch out. I just wanted a "regular" 112 in my EDC rotation and figured the older the better, (already have a 112 Slim Pro), and now I have one so it's all good. This will definitely go into my EDC rotation now that I know that.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:35 pm
by KLJ77
Baykeeper wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:20 pm
KLJ77 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:09 pm
Baykeeper,
If the ebay seller described your knife as being a 1967-1972 era knife, they were wrong. Your knife is a 1972-1986 three line model. A 67-72 model is only two lines and should read; "Buck" and under that; "USA".
I considered not saying anything, but then, I thought maybe you would want to know, in case you want to call the seller out on this...if in fact they sold this under false pretenses. I know I would. Not trying to open up a can of worms...but in my thinking, you have a right to know what you 'don't' have, based on what you believe you do have.
Good luck with whatever direction you go on this.
Thank you, they did describe it as '67-'72. Oh well, live and learn. I'm basically a 300 Series collector and have every model of that series, so you guys gotta help me with these other models as I branch out. I just wanted a "regular" 112 in my EDC rotation and figured the older the better, (already have a 112 Slim Pro), and now I have one so it's all good. This will definitely go into my EDC rotation now that I know that.
Well, nevertheless Baykeeper...you still have a very nice vintage 112, even though in a slightly later model year. The wood scales are the old honey/ebony wood scales Buck used back then. You have the two-tone ebony scales.
Buck stopped using ebony wood due to import bans, but started again last year due to an agreement with Taylor Guitars.
Glad you're content with your 112. Lots of Buck fans here, so if you're not sure about something 'Buck', give a shout-out here and we'll assist in helping you spend your hard earned money during the pandemic apocalypse.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2020 11:49 pm
by jerryd6818
KLJ77 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 10:58 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:52 pm
Came today.
It's a fine knife, Jerry...I trust you're happy with it. I love mine.
I'm very pleased with it. I also bought a yellow 722 today. I shouldn't have but...........
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:18 am
by Breeze
Railsplitter wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:12 pm
505 in Ruby Red Jigged Bone from the Custom Shop.
That's nice!
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:19 am
by Breeze
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:52 pm
Came today.
I've got a couple of these. One serrated and one not. I like them. Lots of blade for the size/weight.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2020 3:28 am
by jerryd6818
Breeze wrote: ↑Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:19 am
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:52 pm
Came today.
I've got a couple of these. One serrated and one not. I like them. Lots of blade for the size/weight.
Mike, I love the knife except when I have to close it. It's a PITA to close for me. I'll just leave it here on my desk and keep coon fingerin' it. Sooner or later, I'll get the hang of it.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 11:17 pm
by AR Norby
I've got a nice 2 dot 112 with original sheath on the way from Ebay. Should be here by Saturday.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 11:23 pm
by Baykeeper
AR Norby wrote: ↑Tue Apr 07, 2020 11:17 pm
I've got a nice 2 dot 112 with original sheath on the way from Ebay. Should be here by Saturday.
Congratulations, I just got one too, you will love it when it arrives, I certainly enjoy mine.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:01 pm
by EeDeCe
It's not a knife, but still a Buck.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:49 pm
by KLJ77
EeDeCe wrote: ↑Thu Apr 09, 2020 5:01 pm
It's not a knife, but still a Buck.
EeDeCe...you have a GREAT vintage Buck Steelmaster. That's a keeper. Here's a reply I made to 'Replicant' regarding his Steelmaster.
"Replicant: That is a GREAT vintage 120 General you picked up. ( a 72-86 model ) Looks like it's in very nice condition for its age. To get the good stuff, one must take the 'risk' sometimes...and you got a great deal. The "STEELMASTER 137" is another awesome pickup. Those were first made by Buck back in 1975 and up through 1991. I can't find where Buck made them after that year...they're not listed in the catalog. Nevertheless, you have another vintage Buck made product." 
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:19 pm
by EeDeCe
I'm pretty pleased with this thing. After watching for one for a while, I went ahead and ordered a new Schrade. Naturally the next day I saw this on ebay and got it. So now I have both, but I really like this thing. The case looks brand new and the piece itself almost as good.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:31 pm
by Byrd
My "new" 055. I picked this up from EBay for a pretty good price. I'd been thinking about one for a while so I was happy when this one came up. It's a baby 110. Appears new, but there are initials engraved in the blade. Probably why it was inexpensive.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 7:07 pm
by KLJ77
GREAT pickup Byrd. Those are pretty popular, and I've been considering getting one myself. Still looking for the right one. I saw on the bay where someone had a Michael Prater (Painted Pony) 55 where he put on new scales that were very nice. It sold for only $50.00. Wow! Someone got an awesome deal on that one for a Prater signed knife.
Initials JNF: (Jolly New Friend)
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:28 pm
by Breeze
Nice pickup Byrd
The 55 is a great pocket knife. I carry mine often.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:41 pm
by jerryd6818
Brad, several years ago, one of my best buddies gave me an 055 for my birthday. I dropped it in my pocket and a few weeks later (probably 2 or 3) while doing something extreamly stupid, I broke the tip off the blade.
Sent it off to Buck, paid my $10 and had the blade replaced. When It returned, I put it away and haven't carried it since. Lesson learned. I'm too ignorant to carry a nice knife like that.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:43 pm
by jerryd6818
Just came this afternoon. It's kind of a greenish gold, yellow.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:48 pm
by EeDeCe
Byrd wrote: ↑Thu Apr 09, 2020 6:31 pm
My "new" 055. I picked this up from EBay for a pretty good price. I'd been thinking about one for a while so I was happy when this one came up. It's a baby 110. Appears new, but there are initials engraved in the blade. Probably why it was inexpensive.
I got a 55 a month or so ago and it hasn't left my pocket. I really think it's one of the best knives I've had. An easily portable 110 is about as good as it gets IMO. I got one of the new ebony ones and it looks as good as the build is solid.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:51 pm
by EeDeCe
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:43 pm
Just came this afternoon. It's kind of a greenish gold, yellow.
Nice! What is that made of? It looks like aluminum. I need to look that one up.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:53 pm
by Byrd
Thanks all! I polished the brass & put some wax polish on the wood, oiled it and it's in my pocket. I think I have a new favorite knife!
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2020 9:41 pm
by jerryd6818
EeDeCe wrote: ↑Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:51 pm
jerryd6818 wrote: ↑Thu Apr 09, 2020 8:43 pm
Just came this afternoon. It's kind of a greenish gold, yellow.
Nice! What is that made of? It looks like aluminum. I need to look that one up.
I'm pretty sure it's Aluminum. I got it off eBay. I have 4 different colors and the action on all of them is as smooth as velvet.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Fri Apr 10, 2020 12:52 pm
by Old Hunter
Was digging around in a box of pictures and found this Buck Knife use & care booklet. I know I’ve had it for at least 30 years, maybe longer, but hadn’t seen it in forever. I knew in my mind I used to have one of these, but have no idea how it ended up in a box of old photographs. Glad to have it back in hand. OH
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Fri Apr 10, 2020 2:56 pm
by EeDeCe
That looks familiar, it might have been in the box my 110 came in back in ‘85ish. Wish I still had that box but I think it got thrown out in a move.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2020 2:20 am
by boykinlp
Railsplitter wrote: ↑Sat Apr 04, 2020 9:12 pm
505 in Ruby Red Jigged Bone from the Custom Shop.
Rick,
Very nice! I didn't realize that Buck offered jigged bone at all.
Larry
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2020 2:29 am
by boykinlp
Wish it was Sambar Stag, but Elk will have to do.
Re: Whats your newest addition to your Buck family and why?
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2020 4:04 am
by DM11
That's a real beauty.
With Elk like that who needs stag.