Every hunter knows that Buck knives are a stalwart of toughness, functionality, and simplicity. It seems like everyone and their grandpa has used a Buck knife on a hunting, fishing, or camping trip. The Buck 119 Special is maybe the most classic of all the Buck designs. The 119 Special has a straightforward no frills kind of design that doesn’t limit the knife’s versatility and functionality. Everyone feels like they know this knife already, but it is high time that everyone re-visited the quality and tradition that is the 119 Special.
The 119 special has been a best seller for Buck for over 47 years, and its classic design that is sleek yet versatile and functional is a big reason why. The knife features a six inch 420HC stainless steel clip point style blade that features a good looking blood groove. The black handle is made out of phenolic, a thermo-plastic that is durable and supplies a non-slip surface. And finally, the butt and finger guard are constructed from lite weight and attractive polished aluminum.
If you’re interested in making precise cuts in tight places the 119 Special’s clip point style blade can get the job done. The blade sharpens well enough to do quality dress out jobs, but is also durable enough to withstand a bit of abuse without losing to much performance value. Cutting kindling for a fire or chopping through a bone shouldn’t be a problem with the 119 Special
The 119 Special has a tougher than nails phenolic handle that while extremely durable, if not unbreakable, still provides a solid, non-slip gripping surface. The handle gives the knife much of its weight which is just right to provide a balanced feel in your hand.
The sheath is solidly built with a sturdy button down latch and a belt loop. The belt loop is adequate to get the job done and the latch is reliable and tough. Also, the inside of the sheath is lined with plastic so that you don’t cut up the sheath while taking the knife in and out.
The 119 Special is quite light weighing in at about ten and one half ounces including the sheath and this fact combined with its versatility and durability makes the 119 Special a good choice for a survival knife. You could use it to cut bark from trees, prepare food, cut kenneling, cut branches to build a make shift shelter, and skin game among other things.
So when you’re looking for a new knife, consider an old classic that has gotten the job done for generations–the Buck 119 Special. Its versatility, durability, and high degree of functionality will have you remembering why every guy you knew as a child had one.
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