Buck 119 Classic Hunting Knife Review

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Buck 119 Classic Hunting Knife Review - Well....Sort Of

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4 жыл бұрын

The Buck 119 is a true American classic hunting knife. This is probably what your grandfather meant when he said "sheath knife". And they are still Made in the USA! Get one here: amzn.to/2sIRfCL
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@OnTheRiver66 4 жыл бұрын

Buck used to make their blades very hard (the old cutting a nail in half ads), but complaints about the difficulty in sharpening them led to Buck producing knives with a hardness more like other outdoor knives. I have drooled over Buck knives in hardware stores since I was a kid 60 years ago. I loved this video.

@madbug1965 3 жыл бұрын

I have an old Buck folding knife from the 80's that I could never resharpen well because the blade felt really hard. Your post seems to confirm what I always suspected. Thanks!

@j.t.cooper2963 2 жыл бұрын

@@madbug1965 Same here. Useless once they get dull.

@Phaminator525 Жыл бұрын

Well the harder the knife is , the less tough its gonna be. Itll be more brittle the harder it is and will be more prone to cracking and chipping rather than bending.

@bdwillis8284 4 жыл бұрын

I've had a 119 since the 70s, sure has been a good knife. Still use it although my 124 gets more time on the hip these days. What a fantastic channel you have, I enjoy it. Thank you.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Aw shucks. You are too kind.

@markrick911 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 124 from the factory what a beautiful knife it's right next to my old kalina I am still going to buy a 119 just because I can it will be my working knife I feel bad if I beat it up some times the tools that you beat the hardest are the best and the ones that are pretty we just look at

@donniegardner1146 4 жыл бұрын

I have a knife like this one & I don't blame you you for not beating it up. This is the kind of knife you pass down to your kids or grandkids. Great video.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I have a special plan for this one

@DanielTPeace Жыл бұрын

Love this video, have watched it quite a few times. On the Buck 119: Technically it is a full stick tang, and is not fragile but quite a robust design. Not much you really can't do with it, but we grew up using hatchets and axes for fire wood and knives for game, food and whittling.

@crypto118 4 жыл бұрын

The Buck 119 was THE knife that all of us scouts wanted back in the early '70's. We didn't know anything about tangs or exotic steels, it just looked cool :) I finally got one and used it for many years. A classic.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't it funny that the steels which served us so well for so many years have sudenly become "crap steel" in so many people's eyes? Yet, I bet most of those Internet Steel experts would not be able to tell a difference if they didn't know.

@larryhillman5787 4 жыл бұрын

Best comment yet: " You can think that. It's not your knife." LOL. Right to the point, Brian.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@raygun4468 4 жыл бұрын

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Looks like a USMC Ka-Bar to me. Almost identical ...

@thenoobflutisttmearraperec10 4 жыл бұрын

Ray Gun bruh

@Tracy81258 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a great HUNTING knife. Why on earth do people think that every knife should be a good chopper, batoning knife AND a thrower? Golfers use specific clubs for their intended purpose, and I have an array of knives for different tasks. Great knife, great review.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate it.

@cooperevans3835 4 жыл бұрын

The tang is a throught tang. It is pinned into the back it is just really well polished. You can see it if you look hard.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

thanks

@nickmiller5479 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's called a rat tail, full tang is when it's a soild peice of metal with scales or a handle

@DeadHead7337 4 жыл бұрын

@@nickmiller5479 it's actually not a rat tail, somewhere in between a full tang and a rat tail .

@anthonyb2990 3 жыл бұрын

@@DeadHead7337 full length tang I believe which is pretty much the hybrid. A full tang would just be thicker

@DanielTPeace Жыл бұрын

Technically it is a full stick tang, and is not fragile but quite a robust design. Not much you really can't do with it but we grew up using hatchets and axes for fire wood and knives for food and whittling.

@finnsventure8885 2 жыл бұрын

I agree I’m 23 and I’ve carried a 119 for years now. Never leave with out it. I’ve been training knifes for awhile and it’s the best out there. 🌷🥀

@semco72057 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Buck model 119 knife and love it very much. It is the second one I purchased and the first one was given to my grandfather after he saw it many years ago. I got the first one while stationed in California at an airbase there and after giving it away I purchased the model 120 from the same airbase exchange since they had sold out of the one I had. I got my second one after retiring from my state job and deciding to get one with my name etched on it. I still have my model 120 also and now many other knives as well. I have my 119 knife with my collection which I don't use for every day use and keep that one as a collector's item.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

great memories

@j.hendrich7566 4 жыл бұрын

People tend to be overly dramatic when it comes to knife tangs. Haven't broken a single stick tang knife in my life, and i definitely don't go easy on them. I guess most of the time someone breaks on the failure can be accountet to the user, or the knife was just cheap junk...

@trapperscout2046 3 жыл бұрын

Very True. For centuries, swords have been made with similar tang construction to the Buck 119 and they've worked perfectly fine. Mora knives don't have full tang construction, and yet are a favorite amongst bushcrafters. Most of the failures I see from these type of knives are from batoning or chopping. I am not completely against batoning and chopping with knives, however, for those that don't want to break their Buck 119, Kabar, and Mora type knives, there are ways to get around it. Something as simple as carrying a folding saw with you or taking five minutes to carve a wooden wedge for splitting or using the crotch of a tree for snapping logs can save you from having to use your knife for wood processing.

@nickcasolino8903 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, I have a Buck 119 and yes, I would trust it with my life. It's not like that Bk -2. You give it a couple of bangs and the knife breaks on you. It's a very robust knife. It can handle batoning. For a rat tail tang knife, it does everything that a full tang does. I was raised with this knife. 😃

@joesanders6898 4 жыл бұрын

I've had a 75th Anniversary 119 for about 3 years now, and I can't bring myself to use it. I should probably buy another plain 119 to use.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Why not.

@jwhite2847 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 38 year old Buck 119 that still goes hunting with me. It has cleaned everything from whitetail deer down to sunfish.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Cool

@j.t.cooper2963 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 57 and I used to carry a 119 back in the 70's when I was a kid.

@sawdust6968 4 жыл бұрын

that knife deserves a star on the hollywood walk of fame for all the movies its been in.its a LEGENDARY KNIFE;-)

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@sgtgrantham 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had my 119 since the late 70’s it’s been beat around. Sharpened with a cheap rock and still looks good. It’s still solid. I’m a lefty so I hate the sheath. But still works.

@rudybischof8288 4 жыл бұрын

If you want to see what the tang on this knife looks like go to the Buck website, go to the Custom Shop where you will find the 119. There are several choices for blade finishes, handle materials, and two choices for pommels. The 119 shown as an example will change with the selected changes. Change the blade and a new blade rotates in, and as it does (if you look quick) you will see the tang with it’s hole in the end (the black blade shows it best). Changing the handle will show that the tang goes completely through the handle. into the pommel. The most telling is the pommel change where you see the tang protruding from the end of the handle with it’s hole. The tang is riveted or pinned through the pommel (closely examine the sides of the pommel and you will see the pin). The 119 tang is not a rat tail or a stick or any other kind of push tang. It is a half tang which means that the tang is half the width of the blade and goes all the way through the handle. So, even though it is not full tang in the classic sense of the word, it is a very strong knife. My 119 was my companion through my 14 years as a Scoutmaster, and most all of my backpacking adventures, and served me excellently. I have batoned with it on occasion with no ill effects, but then I’m a “Nessmuk” man and always have a hand axe. You know I’d be more than willing to bet that “Ole George” (“the father of bushcraft”) never batoned that odd looking knife of his either. I enjoy your channel, keep up the good work!

@levicaddell1077 4 жыл бұрын

I had a Buck 120 since late 70's. It is the same as 119 except with a 7" blade. It is not a bushcraft knife but an excellent hunting knife - great for dear and wild hogs. It makes a good camp kitchen knife too. ☺ In other words a great hunting knife.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

yep

@KE8NUF Жыл бұрын

That plus by the guard there is not actually a plus for the model, but it’s a stamp of the year the knife was made

@oldpup2182 4 жыл бұрын

Many moons ago when my father was a scout leader, the cub scoutes got a folding pocket knife with their toten chip and the boy scouts would get one of the Buck knives for, i belive, when they hit probably their first class patch.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Cool

@Hondo79 4 жыл бұрын

Hands down my favorite go to knife ! It’s a beast . I have the black phenolic and also a matching skinning knife . You can go wrong w that combo for bushcraft . I have other Bush craft knives but these designes and knives have stood the test of time with countless campers and hunters over the decades .

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

classics

@keithviglucci5934 5 ай бұрын

I just bought my first buck 119. I debated for a long time between the 120 and 119, 119 seems like a more practical length but i will definitely be getting a 120 to begin my collection. I also have a 191 and its a great hunting knife.

@billysessions7583 4 жыл бұрын

i auctioned my 119 off last year it brought 1000 bucks. It had historic background is why it brought so much. 119 are good knives i have through the one i had plenty and it never broke

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Wow

@ManOfTheWoods123 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I know I'm late, but what was so special about it? I'm really curious about the history you mentioned it had

@HARMARSCH2 4 жыл бұрын

My Cub Scout Master had one when our Group went on the yearly camping trip. It inspired me to get my first one. I saved my Birthday money to buy it. I had it since the 70’s but it was stolen along with my other knives when my house was broke into. I finally decided to buy another for camping in the Mid 80’s. I still have it today. I’m going to buy my nephew the smaller one for his camping this summer. The + denotes the year the knife was made. I have a Buck 112 folder I’ve owned since the 80’s.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Too bad about the theft

@edcarynnorton7353 4 жыл бұрын

Buck - a great American company. I've had a 112 for 40 years.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Yep

@fleeble04 3 жыл бұрын

I do seriously enjoy your reviews, enough "real life" testing anyone can do with similar results, and you do tend to call it as you see it, real is real, oh and I love that buck knife 119, I have one of the early versions of that same model with the black composite handle material, it's held up very well over the past 25 or so years. Need to look at getting a new one.

@vaughnsangalang7934 2 жыл бұрын

you can baton that knife reason is its a rat tail tang that goes all the way to the pommel and it is a well made rat tail tang

@trickydickyyo6533 4 жыл бұрын

I've had mine since I was 14 always my 1st choice 👍👍

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Cool

@UnoCoolDaddyo 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 119 that my son gave me when I was his Assistant Scoutmaster. It is one of my prized possessions. The 119 wasn't designed for anything but cutting and skinning. Hence the term "Hunting Knife". I lost count of how many years I have had my 119, but it is still easy to sharpen, and still too pretty to ruin by batoning it. Thanks for the review...

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@georgereeves2699 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review I have a buck 120 general and use it extensively really like buck products many years use .etc buck 303 and buck 110

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

cool

@justafrog5641 4 жыл бұрын

My toilet clogged and I was looking up a way to fix it. I found a video called "How to Unclog a Toilet in 11 Seconds!" by "Basic Plumbing Repair". Imagine my surprise when I realized that one of my favorite knife guys was gonna teach me how to fix my toilet. Small world. Now I just have to hope it works.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

My very first ever KZfaq video.

@marodriguezsr 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video about a very functional & gorgeous knife. I've been using my buck 119 for about 30 years and I have battoned the living daylights out of mine with no problems. She's getting old but she still works great. Thanks again Brian. - Marco

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@thebigfellar7178 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for not throwing or beating anything with that knife. That's a real knife. All these bushcraft people Ugggh . We just called it camping. We use axes and hatchets for firewood. And then all kindling , we brought the firewood with us. My 119 is a camp knife ,hunting knife ,and general use knife. My Buck 120 never comes out the sheath it's a last resort knife , always has been. I bought the 119 to cut up meat and vegetables , and the 120 for protection. Every knife should have a purpose.

@johnmcdowell5990 4 жыл бұрын

got to love those classics.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I do

@jamescooper2618 4 жыл бұрын

I believe the "+" symbol after the "119" is a date code of manufacture. Also, I believe the knife IS a tang through handle knife. You just dont see the tang sandwiched in the handle. That handle is NOT coming loose but I agree with your decision not to baton with it. That is reserved for a life or death survival situation, which, if you think about it, could very well be something a hunter might find himself in.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I stand corrected on the tang

@scottnorris8099 4 жыл бұрын

I love a buck knife. My favorite!!

@LuisMarad0na 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your review, thank you!

@ElGranRojo903 10 ай бұрын

I got my 119 after I saw Patrick swayze had one in red dawn

@evansmith2279 4 жыл бұрын

This is a full tang knife, check out the manufacturing video.

@thenoobflutisttmearraperec10 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not, it’s a rat tang pinned to the pommel. You’re the one who should check out the manufacturing video.

@jamesevans9621 3 жыл бұрын

Actually its not neither rat tail tapers down full tang goes through the handle where you see it 360° its more of stick tang

@papajeff5486 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so thankful you have some respect for such a fine knife. You are exactly right; growing up that knife was the epitome of “camping/hunting” knife, the knife all boys and men wanted, the best money could buy. Okay, things have changed, so, what. That knife represents an era in history, is a fine knife still and is due respect. Good on you, man. Thank you, again. Texas

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

thanks

@matthewhocker1377 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful blade, I will be looking for one

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

There is a link in the video description

@bradk4114 2 жыл бұрын

That's a beauty. Thanks!

@classicbladereview1886 2 жыл бұрын

Buck's are classic for sure, wouldn't do without mine!

@ralphvaccaro2638 3 жыл бұрын

I have a couple 119 knives great

@madbug1965 3 жыл бұрын

When the zombie apocalypse goes down, I definitely want a Buck 119 by my side.

@sharkymoon422 3 жыл бұрын

Zombie killer use the Cold steel black bear Bowie with Wilson tape on the handle, thank me later 👍

@paulquinn4704 4 жыл бұрын

I just got the 119 with the black handle today, I stay in the UK, & it cost £84 GBP, that's $112 USD ! rip of Britain . I have never seen the wooden furniture with nickel pomel & guard, its usually got wood & brass OR black & silver . I also agree that it's to good looking to knock heell out of, I you want a beat up knife try the Cold steel GI tanto, its ugly as sin, cheap as dirt, but indestructible. Hammer it through a car door or into a tree, got to love it! But keep the buck for special occasions.

@timberg7377 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best, I wish I still had mine.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@radionicsoftware5026 4 жыл бұрын

I'd baby a Buck 118 too, a beautiful knife for sure 👍🏻

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

yep

@doubled3983 4 жыл бұрын

Hello from Oklahoma! Good review! I've always wondered why Buck didn't make these full tang. They are so tough. They would be indestructible if they were full tang. Thanks for all you do! Happy New Year! God Bless!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

If it ain't broke......

@petecwalina8789 4 жыл бұрын

There are Tougher than Most Folks realize...I have had several over the Years...Some disappeared Others given Away to someone in Need..When I was in the Army 87-91 it was a Popular Knife at the PX's..The Only Ones I saw "Broke" was from Throwing It..(Guilty)..Great All Around Outdoor Knife at a Reasonable Price..If One wants a Buck Fixed Blade thats a Bit Tougher but still I guess for the lack of a Better Term "Traditional" in Appearance snag a 124 Frontiersman

@ducatipete5404 Жыл бұрын

That was cool man ❗️ I just bought one at a knife show. I paid a bit 2 much for it as it’s been sitting around for a few years and has definitely seen a few too many shows 😆…. It has the Brass and Cocobola handle but the Brass lost most of it’s polish and has scratches in it . The Blade is in Perfectly Un-Used Condition and that’s the end that really counts anyway ❕ I basically paid the price of a Mint in Box Brand - New One 🤨. I just couldn’t start chewing the Old-timer that was selling it down 😖. For what, to save $20-30 bucks ⁉️ I mean, the poor old guy could barely get out of his chair and he was SO HAPPY …..I just couldn’t do it 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️.. Anyhow, I agree - This knife is really Bad-Ass and has a Great feel to it . VERY SHARP BLADE. I really liked your Video starting a fire with the wood-shavings. I really need to learn that skill 🤔. Thanks for sharing . Your video hit home with me on just how important a knife is in a survival situation.. It’s so much more than just a weapon. It can very well be the difference between life and death ☠️. I will definitely check out your site for sure ✅.

@sopwithcamelus 3 жыл бұрын

I believe that 119 with the red handle has a blade of S30V. I might be wrong, but I do recall that.

@mak450 4 жыл бұрын

love that blade shape

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

me too

@JamesBartholomew1 Жыл бұрын

Nice review. But I have to say if you get one with the Cocobolla handle, the one with brass fittings is the one to get! Also, the tang goes all the way to the butt with a rivet through it, and while it’s thinner than the whole blade width, it’s much thicker than a standard stick tang.

@captainfragger6295 4 жыл бұрын

I have the 75 year one with the black handle. Two of them actually. They were my dad's knives. One of them I have wrapped in leather chords treated to repel water. And I can tell you if you think that knife is comfortable try it with soft leather cord. It's like a Cadillac. My hands are big enough because I'm a big guy that it looks like a 4-inch knife in someone else's hand. I have used it for about everything and never had any trouble. And as far as I know there are no scratches on it. It doesn't exactly scratch unless you try to scratch it. You just wide the sap off the blade and you're good to go. I carry it as a belt knife. But I also have a more of a Bushcraft knife I carry all my utility bill. Because I like to always have a backup. If I'm comfortable in Camp and have my belt hanging up and my haversack hanging somewhere I still have a knife in hands reach for whatever comes up. I have looked at the diagram of the buck knife and it claims The Ting goes all the way back to the butt piece. Better than 3/4 of the handle. But I have never taken it apart or broken it. so who knows. I know it's a beauty and it's not going to fall out of that Sheaf even if I tumble down the side of a hill and ended up on my head.

@butchhill5656 4 жыл бұрын

That is a great company and a great family running a company a credit to the knife business. I've had one for a very very long time it went up Mount Mitchell with me. And it's been to the smokies with me more than once. I have a lot of knives but I seem to stick this one in the pack when I go in places where I know there are bears. Don't know why I just trust it. I have the black handle on mine but I have the general with a 7-inch blade and I have the cocobolo wood. Which you can get a good grip on. There's reasons I like this knife and it's the reasons I carry it hunted with one I've skinned deer and everything else with it it's just a good knife like you said it's the way they used to make them . But the Tang goes further back than you think and it is pinned in. Keep it and give it to your son or keep it for yourself. Oh yeah I do stick it in my pack but it's on my hip when I'm in the woods

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

They are a great company

@rwknight110 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Bryan, happy New Year. Just wanted to say that I'm pretty new to your channel and I really enjoy it. I also want to thank you for taking the time to do these reviews, and to wish you and your family a healthy and prosperous 2020.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert. If you aren't subscribed to my email newsletter, i invite you to do so. Especially if you like this knife. (Hint. Hint)

@Seancmccormick 2 жыл бұрын

Finally watched this. I'm a big Buck fan and collect the 110,112,119,and 102's. It's a great camp knife. Works great with saw and hatchet. I'd never pry or beat with one either. Atb Sean

@Richardfcarey 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@LBG-cf8gu 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the upload. i'm no collector but i just can't take to buck phenolic handles, not even textured. the cocobolo on the other hand is sweet. Tempted.

@lelandmiller312 10 ай бұрын

Awesome buck 119 USA

@-NoneOfYourBusiness 4 жыл бұрын

I got two Buck 119s with custom sheaths. They are full tang and its not a rat tail tang but a fairly large tang soldered to the pommel. Very sturdy and won't fail unless you try to chop down a tree. These knives come from a very strange and different parallel universe called "The 1940s" when men were dying in the wilderness like flies since they didn't know how to baton, never heard of G10 and didn't wear paracord bracelets. It was a massacre. Poor guys with their oiled wool and their hatchets.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I stand corrected. Oiled wool?

@-NoneOfYourBusiness 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Oiled wool. Fishermen (and others) were wearing untreated wool in these days so the lanolin (natural animal oil) was still in the wool fibers. Much (much) more water resistant than modern over-washed / treated wool. You can still find some untreated wool sweaters, etc. Or re-lanolize them.

@-NoneOfYourBusiness 4 жыл бұрын

twigandhorn.com/blogs/news/65351875-why-lanolize-your-wool-garments

@ernestwalden3894 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about buying one to add to my collection But thaught I'd come here first and wach your review on it. I know it's not built for survival but one thing about buck knives they come sharp and the sharpen up nicely. Thanks for the review and sharing your thoughts but I have to leave now and go to my wallmart and buy one of these 119s. And God bless 🇺🇸

@StabyMcStabnhimer 4 жыл бұрын

mass produced piece of art

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Functional art

@StabyMcStabnhimer 4 жыл бұрын

@@SurvivalOnPurpose without a doubt

@glbwoodsbum2567 2 жыл бұрын

The buck 119 is not a rat tail Tang. Also, the Tang goes all the way to the end of the butt cap, where it is pinned.

@bigjohnson1092 Жыл бұрын

This tang is a full length stick tang. It does not taper and is pinned at the butt cap.

@cassanoa 4 жыл бұрын

If I were you I would keep this knife - it’s a beauty - a classic hunting knife - not a survival knife - just strap it on and carry it - it’s a beauty

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I have other plans for this one. By the way, are you a subscriber to my email newsletter? Hint, hint.

@cassanoa 4 жыл бұрын

@@SurvivalOnPurpose i didn't know you had a news letter - i would be happy to sign up

@southernshop8424 4 жыл бұрын

+ is 1991, making it 425m steel alloy, they went to 420hc in 1992. There are plenty of 119 beaters on ebay for cheap, or vintage pre 86 knives, so if you know which sheaths are 70s ( dangle or swivel) you might get a pre 81 made of 440c steel. I have examples of each, and the 440c is hard to sharpen, but holds a wicked edge. But then they all do. So if you can spare the funds, $30 to $50 to get a used blck one, please show us how they balence. I really enjoy your channel and watch all your videos. Thank you for your hard work, your neighbor in nw Alabama

@southernshop8424 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your channel and watch all your videos, your neighbor in NW Alabama

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@jamesswick7534 4 жыл бұрын

My first good knife Begged for it for Christmas in the early 80s and "Santa" brought it. It has been a great knife

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@myalternatemeswordofthefor4928 4 жыл бұрын

I love buck knives, I bought a certain buck and it came with a card telling you about God. What a great company.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Yep

@MI_Prepper 2 жыл бұрын

I am not a hunter myself, but I hear this is the ULTIMATE deer knife. Got the black one in a pawn shop in pristine condition yesterday for 25 bucks! They are $70 on line now. Had to get it for that! Buck and Gerber 420 steel seems far better than "regular" 420 for some reason.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 2 жыл бұрын

I bought one at Walmart in New Mexico for $50 but your deal was better

@MI_Prepper 2 жыл бұрын

@@SurvivalOnPurposeStealing from Forrest Gump's mom a bit... Pawn shops are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you will get!

@40belowful 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you Bryan :) when you said its not YOUR knife :) lol

@SurvivalOnPurpose 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. ;-)

@kennethspeed2019 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 119 with a stag handle and I feel the same way about it as you do about yours with the cocobolo handle.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

very nice knives

@normanmallory2055 4 жыл бұрын

It is a classic not because i own that model but how well it holds an edge and works well out in the forest , i have owned mine for years now... Well done..Yes i would like to see more Buck knives like the models 110 and 112 folders , last year i bought one of each in the limited edition models .. Finally Buck brought out the 112 in Coco Bolo wood, and D-2 steel .. oh yes i ordered one .. Good filming Brian ..

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a little jealous

@robfromaz1977 4 жыл бұрын

Good review of a great knife. I have two of them. One is the standard black phenolic handle with aluminum guard and pommel. The other is cocobolo wood with brass. Also if you look closer at the "plus" sign on the tang its actually a date code for the year 2019. If you google date codes for Buck knives you can see all the different date codes they used over the years.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@longrider42 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Fuller, to reduce weight, without weakening the blade.

@tikkidaddy 4 жыл бұрын

There is one 2 feet away right now. I got CJs autograph last year. I want the version shown here. I'm pretty sure it is stick tang and the aluminum pommel is screwed on and epoxied along with the handles into place. It's a hunting knife. Not a thrower. So I agree with your decision not to BOARD or baton test that my brother.😂 You can get CSSRKs on Amazon now for 60 bucks or less. Go ahead...Baton that and see if you can break one. I did cut up a big old pot of fixins for a Mock Turtle Soup. Survivor man did some smart batoning and survival work on his show with one all the time!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

But, oh, I really wanted to test the balance ;-)

@tikkidaddy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh I know it😂😂I could feel that thru the screen😂😂

@tikkidaddy 4 жыл бұрын

The Buck Pathfinder is another good one and I kept it in the sheath in the kitchen drawer for dealing with shikkins and pork😂😂

@davidnorthrup3674 4 жыл бұрын

I understand where you are coming from. I use Buck knives almost exclusively for there quality and durability. I do view them as a tool first though. I have a Buck 110 folding knife as a daily carry. It came nice and pretty with polished brass. Now it looks like it went through a cement mixer, but it still works great!. I have a full tang fixed blade for camping. I used a hand file and straightened the back so that it would strike a ferro rod nicely. To put it simply, for me they just can't be beat!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

the 110 is also a true classic

@jeffjackson5331 4 жыл бұрын

That is a purdy knife! I don’t blame you for not wanting to beat that knife. Its use is for hunting use only. I have an old BUCK 505 T lock back knife that i carry all the time.

@kkkkkkkkkkatsumi 4 жыл бұрын

119 is really Great Knife, I think so,too.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

@willamballard7857 4 жыл бұрын

Great video awesome knife and great looking out and respecting a classic those style knives werent made to be beat up like a full tang they are for light camp chores and processing meat

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

It would probably stand up but I wanted to keep it pretty for something I am planning

@evansmith2279 4 жыл бұрын

Buck has a manufacturing video, it has a full tang, not a stick tang.

@willamballard7857 4 жыл бұрын

@@evansmith2279 any time a tang is incased and narrower than the blade and shorter than the handle and pins are holding the pomel or any other parts its a stick tang a full tang knife has a handle card on either side and the tang is exposed

@SeaCatFl 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Buck 105, actually I have 2 of them. One is a newer Model I picked up about 10 years ago. The other is the one my Father carried in way too many cold States while hunting. (Yes he passed it along to me and yes there is still some Caribou Hair stuck in the Guard.) My Buck is the one I carry for processing Game and for small Camp Chores. I also carry a Condor Woodlore for working around Camp. (It too works great as a Skinner.) As for things like splitting Wood and Chopping. I have an Axe and a Saw that I carry.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

very cool

@saxcobra895 4 жыл бұрын

I love my 119. I have the 102 Woodsman and the 124 Frontier knives in my to get list as well.

@thenoobflutisttmearraperec10 4 жыл бұрын

I have the 119 but man I’d love to get the 124. It’s so expensive though, I hope they’ll decrease its price

@MrSIXGUNZ 4 жыл бұрын

Still stuck in the metric system lol 😂happy New year Sir 👍

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year

@joshfontanella 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@csh6220 4 жыл бұрын

That is a great looking/performing knife. The 119 was my first fixed blade. The phenolic handle material (black) is what billiard balls are made of, so you know it is tough. I don't have the cocobolo model yet. If someone has a bias against hollow grinds, they should spend some time with this knife. They might change their minds.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

yep

@beanalog8202 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it actually is a full tang. Buck shows a video of this.

@glenray7464 4 жыл бұрын

I got a 119 as a gift a long long time ago. It so purdy I have never used it. It a looker for sure.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is

@gregbarry5875 2 жыл бұрын

You could have battonned with it and a lot more!! Take a look at some of the other "torture test" videos........you can't kill the 119 !!! It is an amazing knife.

@BrewCityRider 3 жыл бұрын

Full encapsulated tang (not rat tail,) And these days the sheaths are made in the USA also. No need to baby the 119.

@randymartin5521 4 жыл бұрын

Never had a fixed blade Buck. Always wanted a wood handled Vanguard, but I never seem to leave the store with one. I do have couple of their slip joint traditional pocket knives and two 110s that I thoroughly enjoy.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

They are great knives

@charlie4130 4 жыл бұрын

Buck moved to Idaho a few years ago .Buck sure makes great knife

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

yep

@bradnat05 4 жыл бұрын

I’m 48 years old and I have always wanted a Buck 119! I have other $100+ knives - but have never bought a 119!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Well you can fix that

@nickmiller5479 4 жыл бұрын

I got 2 buck 120s. I love em

@mauricesmith4270 4 жыл бұрын

I've been a woods man and knife collector for over 60 years remember the knife you have with you at the time is your survival knife I've seen many so called survival knives out there expensive junks many broken buy bottoning with them like mad men Knives we're not ment for that kind of use bring a hachet if you feel you will or might be in that situation I have many 119 buck knives in use they are full Tang rat style they have been pined at the end hidden very well a great kinfe The only drawback is the handle can get slick when gutting or cleaning game I use non slip grip tape on the handle of my 119 and 120 buck knives enough said GOD BLESS

@jamessotherden5909 4 жыл бұрын

I agree that knife should not be used to baton wood, But man that thing can shave wood. Great looking knife.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

yes it can

@nicholasbergman9965 4 жыл бұрын

Along with my KaBar I carried a Buck 119 for the entire time I was in the Army. Fantastic knife. Still use it to this day.

@M21Karl 4 жыл бұрын

I also carried a Buck 119 in the army. I eventually replaced it with a K-Bar but only because I didn't mind beating up the K-Bar and the K-Bar only cost $20 back then. The 119 was a better, sharper and stronger knife and I had to cover up the shiny parts on the handle with 100 mph tape. The 119 sheath was more rigid and hollow which made more noise bouncing around on my web gear. I still have both knives around here somewhere.

@Roland96351 Жыл бұрын

It looks like it is designed to get razor sharp, cut, slice, and stab if needed. It should be pared with a hatchet or machete if you need to chop and split thick wood.