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New Buck Knives Hunting and EDC Knives Available

March 17, 2021

Buck Knives LogoBuck Knives now has available new high-end hunting and EDC knives featuring S35VN steel and robust handle materials.  The new knives include upgrades to Buck’s famous classics and a bolster locking automatic.

Pro 100 Series Fixed Blades

The classic 100 Series hunting knives, including the famous 119 Special, received a serious upgrade with the addition S35VN steel and OD green canvas Micarta handles.  The 102 Woodsman, 103 Buck Skinner, 105 Pathfinder, 119 Special, and 120 General are now offered with this Pro Level upgrade. Made in the USA, prices range from $160-$250 MSRP.

 

Buck Pro 100 Series Fixed Blades

New Assisted and Automatic Opening Paradigms

Buck’s Shift Mechanism™ bolster locking technology is being reintroduced on the new 590 Paradigm assisted opening folder and 591 Paradigm Shift automatic. Each Paradigm is redesigned with sleek lines, superior S35VN blades, G10 handles, and Cerakote® coated bolsters. Available in black or brown, each model is made in the USA.  $225 and $250 MSRP.

Buck Fixed Blade Paradigms

417 Budgie

The Budgie framelocks feature a stout, two-inch S35VN blade and G10 handles.  This small EDC is packed with big features, including a large thumb hole for easy opening, a lanyard loop, belt clip, and two-color offerings of black or clear G10.  Made in the USA, the Budgie’s are $100 MSRP.

“Buck Knives continues to focus our energies toward products that meet a need, deliver exceptional performance, and maintain the underlying craftsmanship and authenticity our organization has stood on since 1902. We believe this class of hunting and everyday carry products communicates value, performance, and a level of innovation few can match and our customers will welcome,” said Chris Bourassa, Director of Marketing and Product Development for Buck Knives.

Each Buck knife is guaranteed for life by Buck’s respected Forever Warranty.

Buck Knives has been an AKTI Board of Regent member since 1998 and a proud supporter of all of AKTI’s efforts.

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