Watch this BEFORE you buy a Buck 119

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[mdeamicis]

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.

[peternorthrup]

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.

[leastamongyou]

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.

[mikem]

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.

[jimbusmaximus]

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.

[Inkrebelnz]

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

[jorgefernandez]

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!!!

[rosskeeling]

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.

[ColdSpyderBuck]

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.

[dennishein]

Never had a Buck knife fail me. I’m 68.

[The_PaleHorseman]

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

[BrewCityRider]

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.

[arecane]

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?🤔

[charliepugh]

I have the Buck 119 pro with Micarta handle S35V. It's my favorite. Beautiful 😍

[larrykoroush]

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

[bdwillis]

I've used that knife for 50 years now. Don't abuse it.y'all been watching that dude.

[smithn.wesson]

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 school and new upgrade options to have at the same time.

[slypperyfox]

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.

[danfifield]

Hands down best knive made in America take care of it and it will last a lifetime and then some

[JoannaJedrzejczyksForehead]

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)