112 Ranger

I admit it, I'm a bit nuts about knives. My wife (bless her heart) looks with bewilderment that I justify "needing" yet another knife. My collection consists of USA and Swedish made knives from Buck, Kershaw, Morakniv, Becker, Ontario, and Case knives. I've had a Buck hunting knife for 30+ years. About 15 years ago I bought a Gerber Gator serrated folder and the serrations folded over when I ripped through the rib cage on a buck (deer, that is). Back to Buck. You just can't go wrong with the USA made Buck knives. Maybe the China models are good too, but I have non to compare. My job doesn't allow me to carry a big knife on my hip so my Pathfinder, Special, Frontiersman and 110 folder don't get used most days. EDC has been Kershaw Skyline, Leek and Junkyard Dog. All of those Kershaw's have sandvik steel (junkyard dog has D2 steel and sandvik) but they all have rust pits and they're not exposed to moisture other than sweat. I tried to love Case knives this past few years, buying at least 8 and using them for a short while. While they are pretty to look at their action has been below standards and the stainless steel is truly soft. So soft that I can get a curl on the edge after one stroke on my steel sharpener. The Junkyard dog takes a dozen or more to get it remotely that far. I haven't been able to put a curl on that blade. Buck blades (420HC) are the perfect blend for me. They're easy to sharpen and stay sharp a reasonably long time and they don't rust. Morakniv's are also great, affordable knives made with Sandvik steel like the Kershaw's but Mora's haven't rusted like my Kershaw's. So the Ranger 112 was my next attempt EDC with a Buck. It's still a bit large in the front pocket of my Dockers but I'm going to carry it anyways because it's a great sized knife. The handle is substantial and quality materials. If your needing a one handed action, keep looking. This knife requires two hands. Which is fine with me. I like messing around with my knives and the more hands I have on them the better. For a one handed lightweight blade my favorite is the Kershaw Skyline. My bugout bag has a Becker BK9 and Light My Fire Morakniv. For now the Buck Ranger is happily along for the ride. Maybe next year I'll try the 55. I wonder if there's a knife therapy class somewhere!? :)

I purchased Several Buck knifes on a recent Vacation from Australia to the US. The last time I was in the US was 33 years ago as a 5y kid. At that time my Father purchased a Buck 110. I spoke to him the other day and he mentioned he is still using that knife same 110 every day on the farm. I got the 112 as felt it would be a better size knife to carry every day. A good balance between being a solid heavy folder with a respectable blade that will get the job done.Though wont result in people gasping when you open it out in public to peal a apple. the 112 is just a perfect size. On saying that. Once I had the 112. I kind of felt like I was missing out on something by not owning a 110. So I purchased three 110's. One for myself and two I gave away as gifts. What I found was out of the box was the 112 was sharp but not (silly sharp). Two of the three 110's were about the same but boy one of the 110's was so sharp out of the box you only have to gently/slowly run it over your arm and all the fine hairs just peal off with it like a hot knife through butter. The 110 had a much smoother action to it when opening than all three of the 110's. As if the contact between the radius as the back of the blade and the locking arm was a polished smooth surface on the 110. Where The 110's felt notchy and you could actually see this if you looked carefully (hopefully they will improve with use) The flex spring to unlock the knife on the 112 was smoother to and just easier to press down. Both the 112 and the 110's locked out with a reassuring snap! that you never get tired of experiencing. Though all the 110's had some blade play up and down and a minute amount side to side if you try hard enough (though nothing to complain about) Though the 112 was as solid as a rock in all directions. So perhaps some slight QC issues overall on some knifes slipping through. Though the foundations for the knife a great and if you can get one built on a Wednesday VS a Friday afternoon then they are a impressive knife for the money. My advice would be to open a few up in a bricks and mortar store and get a feel for how nice some can be and don't settle for anything less than razor sharp and a solid blade when locked out. I have kept the razor sharp 110 to use as my hunting knife and the 112 as my every day knife. Overall he 110 is just a handsome looking knife with a great feel that will never go out of style. I hope they both last as long as my old mans 33 yo 110. Kurt

What can I say about the 112 buck knife that hasn't already been said? When I opened the package, which was shipped to me in a box, the knife was beautiful. Shiny brass bolsters, butter smooth opening blade and the satisfying snap of the blade lock when the blade opens fully. Surely not the most expensive or exotic knife out there. But that's not why I bought the knife. I have one that I bought in 2016. I have carried it a lot. I did put it away for the last 2 years in order to carry other knives in my collection. I left it in the leather case and it caused ugly green patina and etching on the brass bolsters. after a few hours with a dremel tool and buffing tip, the knife now looks very good, but there are etched markings on the brass that won't buff out. It looks practically new, besides the marks, and I still pocket carry it. I decided to purchase a new one so that should I choose to retire this one, I would have a new one to replace it. Fit and finish on the new knife is perfect. Blade has a nice satin finish. The blade doesn't wobble or have any play open or closed. This is the type of knife that you remember your father having in his pocket. It forces everyone around you to look at you when you pull the cutting instrument from your pocket. It is very impressive looking and I find a certain satisfaction in handling it. The blade is wicked sharp right out of the box, and I am able to keep a razor sharp edge on it. Like I before stated, it's not an exotic steel. 420 HC is a great pocket knife steel. Holds an edge decently and is fairly stainless. Like any knife, you should clean and oil it regularly, at least inspecting it once a week. If you keep it sharp, it will do the work for you so you don't have to force your cut. The ebony wood scales are striking, in that you can still see the wood grain. The leather sheath is very well made and will work well for belt carry. Just be sure to not leave your knife in the sheath if you plan to store it away for any length of time. It may seem heavy for pocket carry, but that is how I choose to carry it. I could have bought the finger groove one, but didn't think it was really that much more appealing. If you are looking for a first time knife buy, or a seasoned knife lover, you can't go wrong with this knife. Buy it, you won't be disappointed.

This knife is exactly as described. The quality is top notch as expected from Buck. The handle and lock are very durable with strong construction and a smooth pivot. The blade is very sharp and holds an edge very well. This knife is a little big for pocket carry but perfect in a sheath. Love that is made in the USA. Perfect gift for the holidays.

Wow - Simply put - this is an affordable, beautiful hunting folder. I collect knives and have had fake versions of this knife in the past (30+ years ago). Anyway, I usually collect more modern knives lately, but decided to get this. How can you pass the 110 or 112 up for $35- $40?? I was shocked out just how substantial, solid and polished this knife is. It's a shame that so many have imitated this knife with such poor results. It really gives this knive a bad rap, until you give the real one a shot. Buck has been making the 110 type knives for longer than anyone - and, they do it best. This knife is just a bit smaller than the 110, but is still heavy-duty (about 7 oz). It feels right in your hand and is so pretty. Mine came sharp, but I touched it up a few seconds on my Croc sticks. This knife looks, acts, and feels like a much more expensive knife. It was meant for tough use and hunting tasks. This knife was meant to be used by a "Dad" and then passed down to his son. Not many knives out there could do just that - this one does, and should always be at the top of that list. This knife is not a pocket knife for business carry, and it comes with a leather sheath. No, it doesn't flip open, or have a thumb stud, pocket clip, or carbon fiber scales; it's widish and heavy too. It's a timeless beautiful design and never needs changing. There a very few hunting folders that compare with this knife for the cost and appearance, but none have the pass-down that this does. Buy with confidence and no consideration - 5 + stars. Get it!

I was looking for an American-made folding knife in a size between the Buck 110 and a common "pocket" knife such as Schrade or Case. I came upon the Buck Ranger model 112, read the reviews on Amazon, looked at one at my local sporting goods store and decided this was the one for me. I ordered from Amazon. It was timely delivered (ya cant' beat the Super Saver free shipping) and well-packed. I had none of the negative experiences that a few of the reviewers describe. The knife I received was new-in-the-box, with nothing to indicate it might have been purchased, fiddled with and then returned. The knife has a very substantial weight to it but not so as to be too heavy. I think the 110 might have been too large for my medium-sized somewhat slender hands. But I like the "feel" of the 112 in my hand, in the same manner as I like the "feel" of my 1911 and Browning Hi-Power. There's much too be said for the all steel, brass and wood construction. I'm not a fan of polymer and there's none to be found with the 112. It has a good sized blade with no lateral play. It opens with just the right amount of tension and snaps snugly into its blade lock. The blade lock is easily operated and the blade closes without hesitation or play. The polished wooden handle is gorgeous, like the polished wood of an old English library. The 112, like its big brother the 110, has that classic American sportsman look to it. The Shakers discovered "beauty in simplicity" and may well have appreciated the 112 (and 110) for these very qualities. It is an excellent and beautiful knife, something I will proudly pass on to my little grandson one day. Keep in mind, that due to the chemicals with which they treat the leather, you should not store the knife for long periods in the included black leather sheath. I confirmed this with the folks at Buck. At the end of the day, or when you do not carry the knife for several days, remove it from the sheath and store it separately. In this manner you will prevent the possiblity of the chemicals tarnishing, corroding or discoloring any part of the knife. Again, the folks at Buck recommend their knives not be stored in their leather sheathes. I highly recommend this knife. It is a damn fine American-made folding knife and comes with the famous Buck Lifetime Warranty. What more could you ask for!

I bought this because I thought I should get one. My grandpa had a 110 for years and I had used it but I never had one of my own. I have to say that I still prefer a lightweight knife as this one is heavy. Out of the box, the blade was wicked sharp. However, the action was horrible. It was very gritty and there were shavings in the pivot. I had to flush it out a few times and oil it up. Now I know that they are stiff out of the box but there really wasn’t a reason to have all that junk in there. The ergonomics are great. It feels perfect in the hand. It’s also a beautiful knife. The build quality is also fantastic aside from the crud in the pivot area. The lockback is strong and a I have absolutely no worries about this knife coming loose either in the pocket or while using it. It’s a classic for a reason and I’m glad that I have one, although to be honest, it’s not something that I carry every day. I think I’m gonna buy one of the slim versions of this is to try out as an EDC knife, but I can see why so many people still to this day buy one of these. These knives are built great they’re insanely sharp, easy to sharpen and very strong.

The 112 Ranger is not just a smaller replica of the 110 Folding Hunter. The shape on the front bolster is curved differently than the 110. The bigger knife's handle is about the same width as the blade, so you have to be careful not to let your hand slip forward onto the blade while cutting. However, the curve on the 112 really locks your grip onto the handles. I actually prefer using the Ranger over the 110. It's a great quality knife, but is too heavy to pocket carry. Works well as a truck knife, or tool box/fishing tackle knife. And it's in the classic Buck 110 family, so it's a collector's item at the very least.

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In meiner Messersammlung hat noch ein hochwertiger EDC-Folder gefehlt. Ich habe mich für das 112 Ranger entschieden, weil es gerade für ein EDC nicht ganz so einschüchternd wirkt, wie das klassische 110 Folding Hunter. Das Messer ist extrem hochwertig verarbeitet, die massiven Messing-Griffschalen mit den Ebenholz-Einlagen sind wahre Handschmeichler und einfach zeitlos schön. Viele bemängeln oft das Gewicht dieser Messer; ich finde das aber sehr angenehm, man hat richtig was in der Hand. Die Klinge ist sauber ausgeschliffen und sehr scharf (hab mich gleich mal ordentlich damit geschnitten). Wenn man in die Tasche greift, legt es sich einem in die Hand wie ein guter, alter Freund. Ich habe, wie man auf den Fotos sieht, eher große Hände, das Messer liegt mir aber trotzdem perfekt in der Hand. Der Preis ist mit 80 - 90€ im Vergleich zu früher schon stattlich, allerdings sollte einen dieses Messer ein Leben lang begleiten und noch dazu bekommt man ein perfekt verarbeitetes Echt-Leder Etui zu jedem Buck. Laut Date Code auf der Klinge wurde mein Exemplar in 2023 gefertigt und nun war nach einem Jahr die Schmiere für die Klingen-Action aus der Fabrik schon etwas bröselig. Einfach mit ein bisschen WD-40 ausgewaschen, dann hat das auch wieder gepasst. Jedem, der noch Zweifel am Kauf hat, möchte ich empfehlen, sich ein paar Interviews mit CJ Buck, dem derzeitigen CEO von Buck Knives anzuschauen. Wenn man sieht, wie viel Herzblut und Passion in diesem Produkt steckt, versteht man auch den Dauer-Hype um Buck Messer. Klare Kaufempfehlung!

El filo con el que viene es muy bueno los materiales son de buena calidad el acero de la hoja es muy bueno retiene muy bien el filo.los acabados son exelentes.se siente muy bien en la mano firme y segura para cualquier uso.

「大きすぎず、手頃なサイズ感で」という所を重視するのであれば 112が良いかと思います。110は想像より遥かに大きく感じるかと思います。 （画像は身長181cm男性の平均より少し大きめサイズの手です） 私のところに来た112の特徴は以下でした。 ・ハンドル部分の黒檀は「真黒」に近い縞の無い黒檀でした ・箱出しで産毛が剃れました ・箱出し状態で金属カスが可動部にかなり付着していました ・真鍮部分は日を追うごとに変色していきます（味が出て素敵） ・レザーシースはオイリーで革の臭いがとても強いです（日を追うごとに臭いは減少します） ・想像より重い ・ハンドル下部から見たおしりのプロポーションが素敵 一度歯ブラシ等を使い流水で固着した黒い金属カスを洗い流し、 よく乾燥させた後、可動部にメンテナンスオイル、黒檀ハンドルにアマニ油を塗布しお手入れしました。 その重量感、佇まいから所有欲をとても満たしてくれます。 キャンプやトレッキングに持ち出す予定です。重いけど。

Wonderful Buck knife. The ebony handle made in conjunction with Taylor Guitars is a special touch that this woodworker very much appreciates