Why did I need to watch this before I buy? I came here knowing it was a bs clickbait title, and I was not disappointed.
@MattRoseKnives
5 ай бұрын
Glad I didn’t disappoint 🫡
@unitedstatesirie7431
3 ай бұрын
@@MattRoseKnives a 420 high carbon stainless steel 😆 LOL ! .....I didn't think there was such a thing ?
@minecraftpro2074
Күн бұрын
@@MattRoseKnives My brother in Christ I got my 119 2 weeks ago for $64 because of an employee discount. Absolutely awesome knife I have zero complaints. It's already skinned 12 animals. That push cut stupid sharp is awesome, and the premium quality leather makes it look badass. Very happy to own it.
@peternorthrup6274
2 жыл бұрын
I've had mine since 76. It's never failed me. It's been to the top of many mountains. My trusted friend. I'm on my 3rd sheath. Lots of canoe trips on the upper Hudson River. I will pass it on to my grandson.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
That’s super cool!
@jamoo0
Жыл бұрын
What a lucky grand kid!
@martinhafner2201
Жыл бұрын
I think that '76 blade is in 440C. They changed to 420M around '81 and then to 420HC a couple years later.
@rsoleighton5608
Жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a picture of that blade
@rsoleighton5608
Жыл бұрын
@@martinhafner2201mind telling me the difference? I'm not too informed on steels aside from the basics like stainless vs high carbon and high carbon variants like 1095 and 1075
@leastamongyou1111
2 жыл бұрын
I've had a 119 on my hip since I was a child in the forests close to Ft Lewis in Tacoma WA. Now in my mid 40s still have a 119 on my hip in the swamps and woodlands of Alabama. Most guys who say they wouldn't carry a "stick tang" knife in these comments are the same guys watching these goofy videos of people using a knife as an axe or crow bar and aren't true woodsmen to begin with. Use a tool the way it was meant to be used and most will last a lifetime. I've skinned 4 bear ,countless deer, small game, and completed any chore needed around a campfire with the 119 and still carrying the same one to this day, "stick tang" knives made of great quality can last forever if used as a knife! LOL, this design has been around for thousands of years for a reason, but hey, I'm sure these couch commandos know alot more than me. I'm just an old woodsman who's been in a forest or two.
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Haha fair enough! Awesome experience!
@gazay7777
2 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Bremerton, and also had a buck 119 since I was 8-9 years old. I used that knife for everything, camping, fishing, hunting, and it held up fine. I lost that knife at some point but my dad gave me a new one around 2006 as a gift. I still use it as my main outdoor/camping/hunting knife. I even take it backpacking occasionally.
@roadkillanonymous4807
7 ай бұрын
I love the 119. I actually did break mine but that was no fault of the knife. It was exactly as you say, I was using it for something a knife isn’t really meant for. Splitting up a small stump (not just kindling, wet green wood after a storm) and using a hammer on the blade, not just another piece of wood. That’s 💯 my fault haha. Will be buying another and taking better care of the next one.
@deker0954
4 ай бұрын
Cheap make.
@jzchn
3 ай бұрын
Couch commandos 😂
@mikem201
Жыл бұрын
I've had mine since Vietnam. You don't want to know all the things I've done with that knife. Still have it, still a great knife.
@slickydicky
Жыл бұрын
I've read on several forums that soldiers in Vietnam would often buy these to replace their issued knives.
@chriscalle3346
7 ай бұрын
A buddy of mine was a Vietnam Vet. He lost his wife and didn't have any kids. Before he died he gave me his Buck he'd had since Vietnam. I treasure that thing, but I still use it on deer.
@InitialFailure
7 ай бұрын
"yOu dON't WuNNa NoooOooO!" Yea, I'm sure you opened numerous letters, ration cans, and threw it at numerous trees while infantry patrols did their thing. I'm assuming all your missions were Top Secret, Butterscotch OPS (above even the blackest black ops)?
@lord_haven1114
7 ай бұрын
@@InitialFailureon the one hand, people who talk like him on KZitem are cringy af. Keep it to yourself or talk to a therapist, don’t halfway bring it up on a KZitem comment section because it’s just retarded. On the other hand, Vietnam wasn’t a vacation and most of it wasn’t voluntary, so have a bit of respect for people who were forced to go and probably saw and did stuff they definitely didn’t want to and that most of us haven’t had to endure.
@raphaelargus2984
6 ай бұрын
You rule.
@jorgefernandez6407
2 жыл бұрын
I've had a Buck for decades! My first fixed blade was a Buck120. I've given 119 Bucks to ALL of my kids. 4 boys, 2 girls and they've used and are still using the HELL out of them! It's a great knife,and a GREAT review too Matt!!!
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome man! And thanks!
@philliptuffen9281
9 ай бұрын
Best all round knife ever made. 50years down the road and sharpen on a good steel stays razer sharp. Andkeeps.
@jimbusmaximus4624
Жыл бұрын
I got my 119 in 2003 and it's not my daily carry but it's been banging around campsites, hunting cabins and trailers for 20 years. It's sharper than I normally prefer a knife of this size but it has absolutely zero problems staying that way. It's a little worn with a few scratches but no rust and I expect another good 20 years out of it. Best money I ever spent on a knife.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Love hearing stories like that.
@jimbusmaximus4624
Жыл бұрын
@@MattRoseKnives in the review you said something about the way a knife makes you "feel." Well over the years all the edges softened, the finish dulled and the grip has worn in and believe it or not, this knife looks even better than it did when I bought it. Don't be afraid to get it dirty and let it do the things it was made to do. "Wear it in" you won't regret it!
@Inkrebelnz
4 ай бұрын
I purchased mine when I was 19 and use it all the time, one of the few things I still own from my younger days I’m 48 now and last year a purchased one for my sons 18th birthday. I hope it lasts him as long as mine has lasted for me. Best knife ever
@ColdSpyderBuck
2 ай бұрын
I find the handle quite comfortable, but I agree that stabilized wood would look and feel better. I really love mine, which I've had for many years, and I think the 420HC steel as treated by Paul Bos is a lot of fun to easily put a screaming sharp edge on without removing much or any metal.
@rosskeeling4459
Жыл бұрын
I've had my 119 for about 46 years. It's been all over the place with me. I don't like the phenolic handle, but I wrap rubber bands around it to give it a better grip. And I have big hands, so the handle is a bit small. But I spent money on this knife, and I'm not going to buy a new one to replace it until this one either breaks or gets lost. I'd say I've gotten my money out of it. It's a pretty good knife.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Definitely got your moneys worth
@smithn.wesson495
10 ай бұрын
I have an old Buck 119 from the 80's (almost as old as yours) and one of the newer Buck 119 Pro ones with the Micarta handle. Yes, I know the Buck 119 Pro is damn expensive ($200 bucks), but the Micarta handle and S35VN blade are so much better than the old ones. Definitely worth checking out because the hard black slippery handle on the old Buck knives drives me up a wall at times too. I don't know why Buck just didn't quit making that slippery black handle decades ago.
@dennishein2812
Жыл бұрын
Never had a Buck knife fail me. I’m 68.
@arecane2000
2 жыл бұрын
As the handle material ages and weathers it develops a texture that I can best describe as micro-porous, with tiny little holes covering the surface making the grip both firm and high traction. I always liked the shape too, good size for the circle of the ring and forefinger, nice swell to fill the palm and center fingers and a narrow tail to give the little finger something to wrap around. What you described sounds like the neck of a beer bottle, hmm?🤔
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
HahHa fair!
@BrewCityRider
Жыл бұрын
As far as the handle, it feels great in my XL hand - I love a thick grip. The handle material I think looks cool as hell, but it is a bit slick. On my buck 120 general I felt I had to put some hockey tape on it. Not so much with the 119 because as a smaller blade I just use it differently. Yes, the black leather sheath is beautiful, but for me it has a major flaw. That being the backwards snap closure. When you're wearing it on your belt it can be a pain in the ass to snap. I don't have too much of a problem with my 119, but the 120 was virtually impossible to snap. I got so frustrated with it I ended up having a custom kydex sheath made for it and now it is world's better.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Good to hear!
@charliepugh9436
2 жыл бұрын
I have the Buck 119 pro with Micarta handle S35V. It's my favorite. Beautiful 😍
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@danthecarman3424
2 жыл бұрын
Question. Well actually 2 questions. Is there a difference in the feel of the handle between the regular and the pro handle and is it worth the extra cash? Looking to buy one for general/hard edc
@ziggarillo
Жыл бұрын
Definitely the best option, the standard materials are junk.
@charliepugh9436
Жыл бұрын
@@danthecarman3424 You will not regret getting the Pro version. It's just beautiful and rugged with the S35V. Just my option. I just collect and really don't use them but I'd bet they will hold up better that the regular "Special" version'
@iruwild
10 ай бұрын
@charliepugh9436 the standard 420hc is actually tougher than s35v but their s35v has better edge retention for cutting abrasive stuff, like cutting through hides of animals and through hard stuff like cutting/ whittling wood.
@larrykoroush6995
Жыл бұрын
I have four 119's . An early 60's with sheath, one with leather handle, one 1980's I checkered the handle for grip hunting, and one plain new
@WiltonakaBearJeter111
Ай бұрын
I have had a 119,110among others over the years have given most away to family members, great hunting knives.
@JJ-rf5kl
7 ай бұрын
I'm not a Buck fan really. I like Case and RoughRider traditionals, Benchmade fixies and mostly carry a Spyderco Manix 2 or Shaman. I just bought a custom BM Crooked River and it's an EDC and hunter that can replace all of the above. It's a modern traditional with a bar lock and for me a perfect knife. With that being said, I'm 54 now and my Buck 119 (1981 3 line stamp build) is still my favorite knife. Mostly because it was my first real knife given to me by Pops in 1982 for my 12th birthday and my first hunting trip with the elders. It was way too long for me and I would cut myself all the time. The joke was the knife had more of my blood on it then all the fish and deer added up. I poked hundreds of holes in the original leather sheath. I've dropped her on the tip at least 20 times over the years. I then learned that the black handle material has a purpose. You can custom carve (file or dremel) it for your hand or application and it will sand and polish up nicely. I have XXL hands with a huge palm so the oversized handle tapering away from the blade is better than the reverse, but you can easily modify it. The steel doesn't hold a razor edge for very long if you use it for anything other than flesh, however it stays sharp enough to barely ever need sharpening. I've used it as a machete, whittler, The best part of the Buck 119 is that it inspires confidence the moment you grab hold of it and I know that I can beat the crap out of it and throw it on my buffer wheel and it looks like it's 1982 all over again.
@Jack_all
Ай бұрын
Its a bonafide classic, but i'm still blown away that Buck used the slipperiest handle material possible and this knife was still a success..."Hey lets make the handle out of Bowling balls and not change it for 50 years....Cool!" I now have one with Red Micarta handles and a S35 Vn blade.
@hairlessharescrambler56
Жыл бұрын
I've carried and used a buck 192 vanguard knife every day at work or in the woods hunting and camping 97,I've also got a 119 and it has gotten alot of use over the last 20 years as well and both are still holding up great,once I snagged my boss's wooden handled screwdriver and used my buck knife to carve it to look like a peter then I put it back in his tool bag lol
@BassMaster.454
Жыл бұрын
Haha
@danfifield8679
2 жыл бұрын
Hands down best knive made in America take care of it and it will last a lifetime and then some
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@JoannaJedrzejczyksForehead
Жыл бұрын
I gave these to all my son’s (4). Though they all covet my Cabela’s Alaskan Guide 119 (S30V, Brass Guard and Pommel, Rosewood Handle)
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@smithn.wesson495
10 ай бұрын
I have an old Buck 119 from the 80's with the 425M steel and a newer 119 Pro with the S35VN steel and Micarta handle. Now, there is a sticker shock with the new 119 Pro with the price of $200. I realize $200 is a lot to spend on a fixed blade knife, but you can really tell the difference with the S35VN blade and the much improved Micarta handle. There is no polished smooth and slippery handle on the 119 Pro, the Micarta is textured just enough to be comfortable, but not slippery at all. This is a major issue with the hard black plastic handles on most 119 models. The S35VN comes with a razor-sharp edge that lasts a longtime without the extra weight you may expect. I really enjoy having an old Buck from the 80's with the new updates in the 119 Pro. It's like the best of both worlds.....old school and new upgrade options to have at the same time.
@keystonedaytrip238
6 ай бұрын
It’s a great basic knife 👍🏼 Had mine many years . Just placed an order for 2 custom models !
@rapalaron6348
Жыл бұрын
I got myself the 119 special pro and the 103 pro skinner with the S35V steel. Great set.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@georgeveneziano2754
6 ай бұрын
I don't love the handle either but it wrks cocobolo esthetic one I couldn't get it in my knife shop you have to order it and very expensive so phenolic it is great. Knife though and mine fits my hand also have the 105 pathfinder great knife to ty
@slypperyfox
7 ай бұрын
I have several 119 models. My dad, a knife and gun collector, gives these out to me and my three sons at Christmas every year. Most recently, he gave us 75th year anniversary models which have “75th” “badges” in the handles. I tend to carry Case folding pocket knives everyday and a Cold Steel fixed blade on my belt. I will carry one of my Buck 119s when in the woods, though.
@madtownangler
Жыл бұрын
Everyone had a buck knife or case growing up. That knife was a little too big for me so when I got older and started deer hunting and needed a knife for cleaning deer I got a Buck Proline with the gut hook and serrated blade and the next year just got a Proline with a plain blade no serrations. I have gutted a few deer with it and liked it just fine. We have different butchering knives though old stuff from my friend's dad who knows who made them but awesome steel we just sharpen them once a year.
@davegutenech7188
Жыл бұрын
The cold Steel Master Tanto is one of the best knives of all time. I have ben useing one since 1990.
@The_PaleHorseman
8 ай бұрын
I have 300 dollar white river knives, and others but I’ve had a buck 119 and it deployed 3 deployments with me to Iraq and Afghanistan, numerous camping trips, being in the field, extensively used, and still have the same one over 20 years old
@GlenMones-le6yf
Ай бұрын
My favorite all around larger sheath knife is the Cold steel SRK in three layered..SAN -MAI lll.. that knife holds an edge and can take any beating.. take a licking and keep on ticking.. virtually unbreakable.. but you're going to pay close to at least $160 for that knife although well worth it.. I got mine on sale years ago from the knife center for $130 ..wow a knife for the money.. it can be used for all kinds of chores from cutting to chopping to self-defense and I believe that the Navy seals use the carbon coated version for their BUDS training
@danpost4755
6 ай бұрын
The way I see it is that there are way too many knives available under $35 for me to mess with that knife. Thanks for the review
@beornthebear.8220
7 ай бұрын
I have several knives, and I've had a 119 for years. It feel very natural in my hand.
@larryhillman3813
4 ай бұрын
I own a 119 and although I have rarely used it since I don't get outdoors much anymore, it is a fully serviceable knife for hunting and outdoors tasks. The phenolic handle sucks but it can be wrapped with rubber to improve the grip. Otherwise, the 119 is a fine knife for old school guys like me.
@vincentmoore7714
Жыл бұрын
Been a Buck guy for years. Got a 110 as a kid, and went to a 119 when I started hunting. They’re workhorse knives, and are king shit in my opinion
@tikkidaddy
Жыл бұрын
American Classic. I'm in the market for a Buck 120 and 124 but dude, this knife can do anything from cooking to hunting, fishing, camping as long as you use your head. Its not a chopper, but it can split kindling for a fire , even light batoning. Don't ask me, Les Stroud used it for that in Alaska. Don't whack on the guard or handle , ya know, THINK before you do it "knife stuff" . If you use it as a knife, not an axe, chisel, screwdriver or pry bar its fine. I switched years back to Cold Steel, the SRK, because of durability, but its still a great knife. Not to mention if you want handle and steel choices you can order those as well. I have 2X glove size hands and long fingers. The phenolic is slickery.😂 If I'm gonna get nasty, bloody, wet etc, hell bro just get some self adhesive rubber stretch tape, put it on, use it and carefully cut it off when ya finish and get it home to sharpen if needed. You probably will need to hone it, and there's a difference in the two. Also, look into EEZOX for rust and corrosion prevention. That stuff works. I've used it since 1987
@lespaul-vy4vn
Жыл бұрын
After having this knife for over 20 years and putting it though the stuff I have put it through...this knife is well worth $70. You didnt talk about how you used it so for real...how can you say its not worth the price tag? I wish you can see my 119. All the divets and dings from using a rock to smash the top of the knife to break through the pelvic bone of a deer. I dont know maybe they were made better back then. But all I know is I just put an edge on mine to take it into the woods for it's 23rd hunting season.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
To each their own my friend
@chonjacki
Жыл бұрын
People of a certain younger variety really don't use tools the way they're meant to be used these days. I'd be surprised if they used them at all. Everything is a collector's item and meant to be shown off in pristine condition to impress other people and get their ego all worked up rather than actually using the tool as it was intended. I have a feeling these types would fly into an unstable rage over the slightest dent.
@jamesbowen5573
Жыл бұрын
You can tell by looking at it. This guy has never used the knife. How can you do a review if you've never used it? He thinks that other knife was cool and that speaks volumes
@harryballzaky2674
Жыл бұрын
My Mother In-Law just bought me this one from China-Mart for $70. I'd always wanted a 119 or 120 but, always carried a Ka-Bar & never got around to picking up a Buck. The blade was sharp enough to shave with right out of the box which surprised me for such a low dollar knife. The handle fits my average sized had comfortably but, I suspect the very smooth grips would be hard to hold onto if they got bloody. The sheath is of good quality but, the flap wraps around the handle so far that it's hard to unsnap for a quick draw. I press my thumb against the flap & roll the whole knife forward to expose the snap to my fingers but, if being charged by a dog, cougar or a meth head, I'm not confidant that I'd remember the "thumb roll" & get a fast enough draw. It is a classic & a good looker but, so is that Tanto which is another blade I've longed for but, never dropped the cash on. The Tanto is probably the better knife of the two but, at four times the price, it better be.
@dannyjackson2062
Ай бұрын
my favorite two knives are buck & kabar......I've always had the buck 110 but never the buck 119..so found a buck 119 in a knife shop done some trading got it for $25...
@bdwillis8284
2 жыл бұрын
I've used that knife for 50 years now. Don't abuse it.y'all been watching that dude.
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Makes sense man
@stuartmarkman769
8 ай бұрын
I have both the Buck 119 and the Marine K-Bar. I like the feel of the KBar better because of the shape oh the grip ad its heft.
@dannyjackson2062
Ай бұрын
I like both buck 119 & ka bar
@markreed2576
Жыл бұрын
Best bang for the Buck.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Haha well done
@a.imonstanto8046
2 ай бұрын
Buck is American heritage they deliver I only use Buck got the 110 ..112 fingergrooved..192 ...102 woodsman and the caper and a buck lite got All the knives I will ever need the rest of my life my Harley friends also use Buck knives All American be proud use Buck !!! They have it all 😅😅😅
@coltknight3945
Жыл бұрын
I probably have a 119 older than this guy and that handle still looks almost like new.
@LordThree
2 ай бұрын
It’s a shame it’s a hollow grind. The lines are beautiful. They seem to break easily though so I just got the generic Harbor Freight one for $25 and I think it might actually be better steel. The one you’re showing here is 420HC Stainless and the generic is 7Cr17MoV. This is pretty much Greek to me but in the comparison videos I’ve seen they seem to perform the same. I love the sheath
@HURRIC4NEyt
9 ай бұрын
Such a huge fan of the SCREAM movie franchise where Ghostface uses the buck 120 knife. I have never bought any weapons like this one before cus im only 15 but I wanna buy the 119 or 120 soon cus it looks so freaking sick and not only because its in the scream movies, but I also wanna get into fishing and might as well buy a really good knife for that right? Btw does it rust if you just put it straight onto a display? Im scared it will if I end up doing that
@Cajun_knifeguy
7 ай бұрын
As long as you keep it clean and nicely oiled with some 3in1 oil your set
@longrider42
Жыл бұрын
Yep, she's a good knife. Bought mine back in the mid 80's. I'd have to check the date stamp to be sure. I worked three summers in Yellowstone National Park, and she was always on my belt when hiking and camping. Still have the original sheath. The only other knife that even comes close, is my Recon Tanto, that I also bought in the mid 80's.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Awesome man!
@mikehenthorn1778
Жыл бұрын
I work on boilers and chillers and i pick my tools by the feel. They will all do the job but when you are using the tool all day feel makes a difference.
@maxpinson5002
8 ай бұрын
I've used one of these for years for hunting and camping. The only thing I've done is to trim the guard down to about 1/4 protruding on each side. Just me- I prefer a knife of 5 inch + blade. I've used pocket knives for dressing deer and such, but it's just easier with a proper 5 inch + blade, just like the meat cutters that make their living with knives, just like the mountain men and explorers and trappers that went through unexplored country with those knives when they could have had any other of their choosing.
@lckgilmo43
Жыл бұрын
My son has a Buck 119 and 115. I have a Buck 119, 120, 124 and 110. Yeah they're very good knives.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Great knives
@wamps3370
2 жыл бұрын
Very good review. I have a 75th Anniversary 119 in my collection. I like the knife. BUT hate the 'stick' tang to the point I never carry the knife. If I'm gonna carry a fixed blade, I'm gonna carry a KNIFE that is worthy - as in strong/beefy. I will NEVER carry a stick tang fixed blade knife.
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
I understand that philosophy, especially if you are a hard user. Still adequately strong for what it is!
@bobjohnson1633
2 жыл бұрын
These TECHNICALLY have a fully tang and not a "stick" tang. A stick tang would be much smaller. They are, however relatively small tangs for the uses of a 5" knife.
@exothermal.sprocket
2 жыл бұрын
Genuine Katana swords have "stick tangs".
@jamesbowen5573
Жыл бұрын
I have 2 of those, my dad bought us bought one. He's gone now. But I still have both.
@sinjin90ful
Жыл бұрын
That baby stick or no stick will slice and dice, owner going on 36 years
@franciskowalsky7574
Жыл бұрын
Nice video. Tape measure is really handy for measuring. That is if you have it when needed. Good info.
@redriver6541
Жыл бұрын
SMKW is great. Ive ordered from there.....and been in the store many times. If you like knives....go in there. Its pure happiness for a knife lover.
@martinhafner2201
2 ай бұрын
Your warning came 41 years too late! Of course there wasn't any KZitem back then. Or an internet. Or even a MILNET. You're right. It was way too pretty to pass up. 425M steel and the leather sheath has stacked welts sewn on both sides with a couple rivets. Not a taco sheath but otherwise very similar. It's actually a little heavier than the average knife for it's length. A bunch of my knives around this length are more like 7 ounces. That's probably because of the somewhat thick, heavy phenolic handle. The blade does have a lot of weight trimming with the aggressive hollow grind, clip point cut out, high saber design and the short fullers. The handle fits me okay, but if I was to use it in bad weather much, I would texturize most of the handle with a dremel and slightly decrease the size at the top where it is a little too thick.
@unknowuser1843
6 ай бұрын
This is one of !y favorite fixed blades Usually switch between this and an old beat up pal eh 36 when I head out into the woods. Both are really good knives weather your using them or just a colector .
@paulrice8342
5 ай бұрын
Uh-correct me if I’m wrong, but this does have the Buck guarantee, correct? Why worry?
@ronaldrose7593
Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing this informative review of the Buck #119 knife. Stay safe out there.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
You as well!
@ChopinIsMyBestFriend
9 ай бұрын
I bought it for 50 from walmart. Then I wanted another and it was 75. Couldn’t do it. I’ll just splurge on a custom 7 inch blade. I want a good survival knife that gives me a good wild west feel. Elegant but rugged. Durable would be good. I’ve always liked my 119 but I feel I need something just a little higher level but the same kinda feel.
@attiliobarcados8178
Жыл бұрын
old man Buck started making those knifes for USA gov, who made a general request for knives for the army as they did not have army knives. I prefer the 119 to the k bar although the only tactical knife is the fairbairn sykes
@MrHrKaidoOjamaaVKJV
8 ай бұрын
Good, insightful review. Yes indeed, the Buck 119 is a fine Hunting knife! The Harbor Freight Gordon copy is also a well-made copy at a fraction of the BUCK 119. Have you tested the Harbor Freight Gordon copy?
@dannyjackson2062
Ай бұрын
the buck 110 & buck 119 in the red dawn 1984 version
@joshclancy8440
7 ай бұрын
Go, wear it out in that rain the sheath will tighten up, just like all leather- break it in! Thanks for the vid!
@noexcuses6727
Жыл бұрын
the newer ones suck - sheath really sucks. Mine is over 40 years old, old style sheath (fold over holster style) and does not suck.
@STEVEARABIA1
Жыл бұрын
Mine is from the early 90s. The sheath is a bit different, no drain hole, no plastic insert. It’s held up well for camping. The handle, being Bakelite, is the same stuff as bowling balls, so should be tough. Being smooth though it’s a bit slippery.
If ya haven’t could u review the Buck 371 Stockman?
@the_laybacks
11 ай бұрын
So I live in the city. I was recently mugged. I’ve been considering getting something to help appear more intimidating. 1. Is that foolish to think? 2. If not, would this be a good knife to do the job?
@Rusty_Machete
2 ай бұрын
Well first of all what country and if its the USA what state
@DONK0
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the look of the 119, it's almost perfect. If buck made a pro version with black micarta instead of that "green" it would be my favorite.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@raymondcbaker30
Жыл бұрын
Same!
@davidkelly414
6 ай бұрын
Is it a hollow grind ? Thank you . Cheers p.s. Sorry , you said it has a hollow grind .
@leo.girardi
6 ай бұрын
Whenever anything free comes with something, it means it's over priced. If I want one of those mini's for my tool box, my car, my truck, and EDC do I really need four mats? Some waste going on somewhere.
@timper4326
7 ай бұрын
It's a great gp hunting/camping knife. It's not a survival knife. It has a good size, and you won't look like Rambo walking around with it on your belt. I bought mine in the early 80s, I had a buck120 but it broke at the tang, my 119 is still going strong.
@michaelcolloton6971
Жыл бұрын
I only have 3 Bucks, but I love them all. I just don't care for the new fixed blade sheaths. That wrap-around snap tab looks like it would just get in the way.
@GG-ml3vr
Жыл бұрын
It does👍
@philliptuffen9281
9 ай бұрын
Best all round knife.. Can't go past it.
@BloodyMeridianM8
6 ай бұрын
I have a version of this I’m looking at on my tv stand lol.. if it was full tang for the price I’d recommend it I haven’t ever broken it I guess it’s just my thoughts on it lol
@1joshjosh1
6 ай бұрын
Hey KZitem guy.... You're talking about the tip breaking there are several videos on KZitem of guys putting these through car hoods repetitively and the tip doesn't break. Where is your evidence for the tip breaking.... Maybe chopping concrete or something.
@kurtschlarb9762
6 ай бұрын
Yeah. Well, it's just a knife. Knives need periodic resharpening regardless of the type of steel. And handles can crack. All of them. Looks at these testimonials from your viewers. Most of the knives talked about are probably older than you. They function fine. How're you doin'?
@NorahCIIV
Жыл бұрын
Buck 119 & 120 are beautiful but small and slippery
@someperson917
Жыл бұрын
Small? go any bigger and you got a machete
@NorahCIIV
Жыл бұрын
@@someperson917 I’m from the UK bro the buck 120 is not big😂, and tbf it shouldn’t be because it’s a hunting knife and made for skinning. Really good knife though, it cuts through stuff like melted butter
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
For sure
@kuzinit2374
11 ай бұрын
I got a brand new own with a 2023 code, kool, but it a few years it'll just be one that is not so old, lol
@jerryrigger3040
Жыл бұрын
Got a 121 about 1980, this was my backpacking knife for over a decade, and still gets used very often now. The knife is great, but you need to use it as a knife. Their sheaths suck!
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Haha fair!
@B51608
Жыл бұрын
I remember that knife feeling strange in the hand, too. The General was in Apocalypse Now on Willard´s hip, thou never used.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Haha indeed
@dannyjackson2062
Ай бұрын
was the buck 119 in that movie apocalypse now
@dannyjackson2062
Ай бұрын
it in red dawn 1984 version
@GlenMones-le6yf
Ай бұрын
I disagree that the price is too high.. just look what's available out there nowadays? most decent knives are north of $100.. summoned to the 200 and 300 range.. most of the less expensive knives are made in China out of junk Chinese steel... This is 100% made in the USA and quality steel.. not a top and steel no.. but is a decent steel with the heat treating which does hold up rather well.. so for $70 it's still quite a deal
@StevenArico-z5g
Жыл бұрын
Big fan of the bigger knifes I have a smaller knife but I never really care or like to pretty tools because I'm getting them dirty. It's like those fools with those trucks that can't pull anything worthless.
@bobwall3
Жыл бұрын
Don't use it to baton, the handle will Crack.
@madfrosty5228
Жыл бұрын
I like mine , I just wish the handle was not so slippery especially when wet .
@markwolfson2023
Жыл бұрын
I have a Custom 119 with a burlwood handle. Gorgeous! It looks like they discontinued burlwood as an option.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Dang man, I bet that’s killer
@williamdougie6213
2 ай бұрын
This blade on a srk5 handle would be legit
@swimbassin6196
10 ай бұрын
I don’t think that’s boss heat treat but I’m no expert but the ones I have say Bos with a little flame on the blade and are d3 steel
@butcrack6786
11 ай бұрын
Ive had mine for 119 years. Seriously though... it's better than a kbar
@bobwall3
Жыл бұрын
The spine doesn't hold it's sharpness when using to strike a ferro rod.
@maxpinson5002
8 ай бұрын
Use a piece of broken hacksaw blade that's available for free everywhere. Just me- I don't use my knives for things other than knife chores
@bobwall3
8 ай бұрын
@@maxpinson5002 My ferro rod came with a very good striker.
@Bogie3855
Жыл бұрын
Looks like a Mule Skinner clone. That said, Buck is ok knife stock but would not stand up against my Cold Steel Master Hunter. I like Buck but if you use them a lot expect to sharpen them a LOT.
@raphaelargus2984
6 ай бұрын
I prefer the days when you had a reasonable number of decent knives, some shitty knockoff knives, and Buck knives you knew you could rely on, to choose from. Nowadays we are awash in so much choice and materialism, you can choose from 100,000 different brands and model of knife as well as millions of other consumer choices, yet nothing's really better.
@chapiit08
7 ай бұрын
Have had mine for 30 years, old grind style reputed by unknowledgeable knife "experts" as being difficult to put an edge on, something that is pure bs. The cordura sheath was a disgrace and the best was the pre-1994 (?) sandwich-built type all perimeter stitched sheath. Mine has been all over never let me down but of course I employ it as a knife, nothing else.
@josephkhalifeh860
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful knife!
@keeperoftruth5951
5 күн бұрын
All the old turkey jowels jobblin in comments because thier over priced pairing knife isn't worshipped by people who need strong knives. Learned my lesson during my first deployment to Afghanistan that it can't hold up to moderate use
@rogerwallace2992
8 ай бұрын
You do not want a thinner handle when you field dress a deer with blood all over your hands - obviously you have never done that!!
@The_RC_Guru
8 ай бұрын
The harbor freight $25 replica is a little better. Steel and construction. I almost bought the buck but just wanted a little better knife.
@Bear-jr3ei
11 ай бұрын
You get what you pay for, you can't surpass the quality of buck knives, when you touch up the edge you'll understand the difference between buck and the knockoffs!
@philliptuffen9281
9 ай бұрын
One of my best knifes I take hunting. Light and fast to sharpen. Great knife... 50years of usage
@petergambino2129
Жыл бұрын
I've killed a lot of rats with mine.
@valentinesmith2424
9 ай бұрын
Buck needs to use better steel. Not cheap 420. 420 is a Walmart knife. I just buy VG10 steel. The best.
@HansBelphegor
Жыл бұрын
Love that 119 except the rat tang
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Same 👍
@maxpinson5002
8 ай бұрын
It's never been a problem for me. What happened to make you dislike it ?
@robertbates9948
3 күн бұрын
Good review, but u use “kinda” where it doesn’t belong.
@rainbowboa100
6 ай бұрын
these are the worst knives in gods creation. only good thing is that they're pretty. hard to sharpen and don't hold an edge either! p.s. i used to make knives at gerber(they suck too).
@MattRoseKnives
6 ай бұрын
Hahahhaha I’m not sure I’d go that far, but I catch what you’re saying
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