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Buck 110 Folding Hunter Turns 60 Years Old

October 17, 2024

2024 is a very important year for the Buck and the knife industry as a whole: it’s the 60th anniversary of the one, the only Buck 110 Folding Hunter, and a new, limited edition release of the mythical folder is here to celebrate.

Depending on how many hairs you want to split, you could argue that 1964 marked the birth of the modern folder. When the 110 released, it sold like hotcakes and made a lasting impression: it was a hardy, capable tool stronger than a slipjoint, large enough for tough chores, and it was even relatively affordable, something that the average budding enthusiast could save up for and own for a lifetime. The first printed ad for the 110 lists the price as $16, which in today’s money is about 164 bucks (pun intended).

The stamp and medallion are on the off-side, a nod to the original 110’s orientation

But you probably know all that already, because the 110 is one of the most instantly recognizable knives in the world, an object that has passed well beyond the bounds of the knife community. All of which is to say that every decade that goes by for this living piece of knife history is worthy of celebration. It’s a knife that is widely available in stores all over the country – but this new limited edition is for the enthusiasts who want something a little next level.

So we’ve got the classic California clip rendered in MagnaCut, the undisputed heavyweight super steel of 2024. Knife history mavens will be pleased to see that Buck brought back the classic stamp orientation for this one, putting it and the medallion inlay on the off side of the knife, just like they did back in the day. The scales are made from ebony wood, the bolsters from brass, and the sheath from black leather, just as you would expect.

This one is available now, and limited to 2,000 pieces – half going to certain Buck dealers, the other available direct from the company itself.

Knife in Featured Image: Buck Knives 60th Anniversary 110 Folding Hunter

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