I've been using my rubber handles version since about 1996. It's fully skinned, quartered and processed over a dozen Mule Deer and more fish than I could ever count and been used for everything else you can imagine. The blade is scratched to a satin finish, no shine left. The 420HC and hollow grind is amazing. Bucks heat treat is unmatched. A few years ago I bought the Cabela's Alaskan Guide version with the S30V steel, black coating and wood handles. Absolutely beautiful. I haven't used it yet lol
I just gave my Alaskan Guide to my nephew for this year for deer season. I prefer the smooth blades version without the gut hook. I also use mine for cutting up fish.
I retired from the Marine Corps and I can tell you that I never owned a K-Bar. They are sturdy but, not the best knife for the money, IMO. I'd take the Vanguard every time.
@@GracefulCalvinisthello I’ve just gotten into knives and I’m stuck between kbar, 119 and the 192 would you still recommend the 192 for my first quality knife? Thanks alot
I’ve been using mine since 1999 when my dad gave it to me for Christmas when I was twelve. I’m glad I never lost it when I was a kid. I’ve field dressed and skinned and cleaned countless deer and ducks with it. I broke the very tip off when I dropped it on a rock about ten years ago and had my uncle file it into a new profile. It still works like a charm. My only complaints it that you have to sharpen it with a legit sharpening system to get it really sharp because the steel is so hard. But I can skin and part out about three deer without beginning to need to tune it up. It is harder to sharpen than any knife I’ve had, but I haven’t used all that many knifes in the way I use this vanguard. 10/10 for a all purpose deer hunting/camp knife. I never go hunting or camping without it.
I’ve had my 192 for a couple of years now and it’s been a great companion in the woods. It’s maybe not as robust as my true “Bushcraft” knives, but it’s far better at processing fish or game for food. It’ll feather stick just fine, and if I need to break down wood for a fire I have a hatchet for that job. This knife is a piece of jewelry that can also perform in the woods, or wherever you need a good cutting tool.
Agreed. This one stays on my belt, while my 119 stays in the kitchen since my wife says it's the sharpest knife in the house. It's not hard to get these Bucks razor sharp. That's one of the things I like most about them. I do like the ergonomics on the 192 much better as well. Neither one has failed me yet.
Nice video beautiful knife a man cannot go wrong with an American Buck! That wood looks to be cocobolo ! Little saddle soap and mink oil will go a long way to clean and protect your leathers for your American Bucks and if you like me your American boots like Red Wings !
You should check out the 105, or the 117. I've worn the 105 for years and it is fantastic. I just got the 117 pro, but it hasn't seen a day's work yet.
Folks invest in saddle soap mink oil and also saddle oil bottle of brasso goes a long way for cleaning and shining brass get q-tips to apply it on knife handles and such where you don't want to get it all over everything else new leather stiff leather boots knife sheaths saddlebags etc use your saddle oil to help get in around the stitching Fiebings makes an excellent saddle oil that will soak into the stitching and help condition and soften and break in a new pair American made Red Wing boots and the likes before you ever use them wear them etc always clean your leathers all leathers with saddle soap and rub them down with mink oil when your leather is clean and dry apply the mink oil or saddle oil has necessary once you pass the break-in point all you have to do is saddle soap mink oil preferably 24 to 48 hours before wearing or carrying or using again to let it soak in wipe off any excess with a clean dry cloth towel rag or such and you will find they will last you and serve you a lot better and a lot longer some wise man once said you cannot beat an American buck knife of any type and you can't beat a good pair of American made Red Wing boots oh yeah that was me that said that just remember y'all got an uncle Ringo out there greatest uncle that is just ask all my nieces and nephews and my great nieces and nephews they'll tell you Uncle Ringo is the epitome of coolness! Hahaha! True story you cowboy boots American made and American made Red Wing boots I no longer work fish or hunt with cold wet feet long as it don't come over the top of them their waterproof mink oil will preserve protective waterproof your leather many good brands out there I'm kind of partial to the Fiebings brand myself
LOVE mine! If an Elk hunting guide carries this knife around his neck for years as a mountain field skinner and a small diamond stone to touch up as he goes ....this is one for me. Love it except for the same as you...that waste of useable blade space is.... well, a waste of usable blade space 🙂
Honestly, it's a basic 420 steel I think it's high carbon, but it's their heat treatment that takes the cake. Still to this day of all my knives, this is my daily carry. I've even had comments at church asking "Is that a Buck?" "Yea" "That's a beautiful knife. My dad has one just like it." Now, it's nit gonna pry open a door, but I haven't ever had to do that so... but it does everything I need. I work in a kitchen and often find myself reaching for this knife and can't because we can only use what's provided. (And they suck)
In nearly a decade of flatbed driving, I have never seen any reason to cut a 4in strap, from 120 degrees in Phoenix, to 110 humidity in Louisiana or Mississippi, to -20 or lower in Montana spitting a blizzard, I don't know what you were doing, but there is ALWAYS a way to remove a strap without cutting it. It's a great knife, but those straps cost money, I own my own truck and equipment, and unnecessary business expenses give me the red ass.
I've been using my rubber handles version since about 1996. It's fully skinned, quartered and processed over a dozen Mule Deer and more fish than I could ever count and been used for everything else you can imagine. The blade is scratched to a satin finish, no shine left. The 420HC and hollow grind is amazing. Bucks heat treat is unmatched. A few years ago I bought the Cabela's Alaskan Guide version with the S30V steel, black coating and wood handles. Absolutely beautiful. I haven't used it yet lol
I just gave my Alaskan Guide to my nephew for this year for deer season. I prefer the smooth blades version without the gut hook. I also use mine for cutting up fish.
I retired from the Marine Corps and I can tell you that I never owned a K-Bar. They are sturdy but, not the best knife for the money, IMO. I'd take the Vanguard every time.
This vanguard is my go to! I've got 2 k-bars and a 119, and I still go for this 192 unless I need a longer blade for some reason.
@@GracefulCalvinisthello I’ve just gotten into knives and I’m stuck between kbar, 119 and the 192 would you still recommend the 192 for my first quality knife? Thanks alot
I’ve been using mine since 1999 when my dad gave it to me for Christmas when I was twelve. I’m glad I never lost it when I was a kid. I’ve field dressed and skinned and cleaned countless deer and ducks with it. I broke the very tip off when I dropped it on a rock about ten years ago and had my uncle file it into a new profile. It still works like a charm. My only complaints it that you have to sharpen it with a legit sharpening system to get it really sharp because the steel is so hard. But I can skin and part out about three deer without beginning to need to tune it up. It is harder to sharpen than any knife I’ve had, but I haven’t used all that many knifes in the way I use this vanguard. 10/10 for a all purpose deer hunting/camp knife. I never go hunting or camping without it.
I’ve had my 192 for a couple of years now and it’s been a great companion in the woods. It’s maybe not as robust as my true “Bushcraft” knives, but it’s far better at processing fish or game for food. It’ll feather stick just fine, and if I need to break down wood for a fire I have a hatchet for that job. This knife is a piece of jewelry that can also perform in the woods, or wherever you need a good cutting tool.
Agreed. This one stays on my belt, while my 119 stays in the kitchen since my wife says it's the sharpest knife in the house. It's not hard to get these Bucks razor sharp. That's one of the things I like most about them. I do like the ergonomics on the 192 much better as well. Neither one has failed me yet.
I ordered the same knife today from Buck factory today. Can't wait to get and use it. Thanks for the video.
I eventually got the 119, and I still use the 192 9 out of 10 times. It's a great size and shape for everyday use. I still love it.
Nice video beautiful knife a man cannot go wrong with an American Buck! That wood looks to be cocobolo ! Little saddle soap and mink oil will go a long way to clean and protect your leathers for your American Bucks and if you like me your American boots like Red Wings !
I just ordered one of these! Thanks for the awesome, honest review man 👍
It's still my edc. I ended up getting the 119, and this vanguard is better for everyday tasks. I love it.
That's not a "+" near the model number, that's a date stamp which you can compare to the date chart on Buck's website.
Yeah, I realized that after the video and more searching. Thanks though!
Can't go wrong with Buck. I've been collecting folding knives, but I'm thinking about picking up some fixed blades.
You should check out the 105, or the 117. I've worn the 105 for years and it is fantastic. I just got the 117 pro, but it hasn't seen a day's work yet.
Folks invest in saddle soap mink oil and also saddle oil bottle of brasso goes a long way for cleaning and shining brass get q-tips to apply it on knife handles and such where you don't want to get it all over everything else new leather stiff leather boots knife sheaths saddlebags etc use your saddle oil to help get in around the stitching Fiebings makes an excellent saddle oil that will soak into the stitching and help condition and soften and break in a new pair American made Red Wing boots and the likes before you ever use them wear them etc always clean your leathers all leathers with saddle soap and rub them down with mink oil when your leather is clean and dry apply the mink oil or saddle oil has necessary once you pass the break-in point all you have to do is saddle soap mink oil preferably 24 to 48 hours before wearing or carrying or using again to let it soak in wipe off any excess with a clean dry cloth towel rag or such and you will find they will last you and serve you a lot better and a lot longer some wise man once said you cannot beat an American buck knife of any type and you can't beat a good pair of American made Red Wing boots oh yeah that was me that said that just remember y'all got an uncle Ringo out there greatest uncle that is just ask all my nieces and nephews and my great nieces and nephews they'll tell you Uncle Ringo is the epitome of coolness! Hahaha! True story you cowboy boots American made and American made Red Wing boots I no longer work fish or hunt with cold wet feet long as it don't come over the top of them their waterproof mink oil will preserve protective waterproof your leather many good brands out there I'm kind of partial to the Fiebings brand myself
I like the Buck knife blades. I have owned many knives, the Buck blade cuts better than any of them.
I love it. Still easy to get a razor sharp edge on this blade!
Great review, I just picked up the Cabela’s exclusive yesterday
Beautiful knife
LOVE mine! If an Elk hunting guide carries this knife around his neck for years as a mountain field skinner and a small diamond stone to touch up as he goes ....this is one for me. Love it except for the same as you...that waste of useable blade space is.... well, a waste of usable blade space 🙂
I want a 113 in rosewood nickel bolsters and s30v bos 🔥but I want this blade as well 😂
That 113 looks nice too!
can you show the other holster? great video.
Sorry buddy but that little thing that you don't like is the exact reason I do like this knife.. It's OK everybody's different
that sheath is also for the 191 skinner with the zipper hook..basically the same knife though.
Get the Buck 691 sheath for it, I think its much better. I've had mine for 20 years.
Great knife.
Never carried a sheath knife in church must be a tough congregation. My dad had a small pocket knife when he preached but it was in his pocket
Not a tough crowd, just a lot of outdoor types.
What are some of the things you use this for
I've used this for everything from cutting steak to cutting rope and boxes.
So; what steel does Buck use in the blades?
Do tell!
Honestly, it's a basic 420 steel I think it's high carbon, but it's their heat treatment that takes the cake. Still to this day of all my knives, this is my daily carry. I've even had comments at church asking "Is that a Buck?"
"Yea"
"That's a beautiful knife. My dad has one just like it."
Now, it's nit gonna pry open a door, but I haven't ever had to do that so... but it does everything I need. I work in a kitchen and often find myself reaching for this knife and can't because we can only use what's provided. (And they suck)
Vanguard series...
In nearly a decade of flatbed driving, I have never seen any reason to cut a 4in strap, from 120 degrees in Phoenix, to 110 humidity in Louisiana or Mississippi, to -20 or lower in Montana spitting a blizzard, I don't know what you were doing, but there is ALWAYS a way to remove a strap without cutting it. It's a great knife, but those straps cost money, I own my own truck and equipment, and unnecessary business expenses give me the red ass.
25 minutos para mostrar uma faca!!!!!!!! Tem que falar muuiiiita besteira