Watch the mail Tom Love your channel Love Buck Knives Love all the information even when you struggle to come up with it lol That will only get worse as you get older Thanks for another fine video
When you put that 307 in your hand, it just seems to say, let's go to work! I am really trying to focus this year on filling in gaps in my Buck slipjoint collection. Thanks for watching, my friend.
I did enjoy the video Tom! It was cool to hear and see the difference in the manufacturing of the buck stockmans. I only have the cadet so far but it is an awesome little stockman. Great video! Have an awesome day!
Thanks, Dean. So much history to learn about these knives. I don't know if I'll ever learn it all, but it's fun researching. You have an awesome day also!
Thank you Tom for showing these. I must say i like the Buck made best for having three springs on a stockman pattern and the hollow grind. Strong lock to place on the blades(not really locking, but you know what i mean) and razorsharp edges on the blades.
Nice and informative!! I never knew Camillus made those large stockmen for Buck, on my 3 for Thursday I did a pre-recored video on Stockmen and one was a large Camillus with the long nail pull like is on yours.. The things you learn!!!
I still have so much to learn about these knives. I want to try and get models from different time periods so that I can see the changes. Thanks for watching, my friend!
@@knifedelights7473 thanks brother! I actually just recorded a video! Should be uploaded monetarily. Trying to hit that 1k sub mark , believe I’m at 960.. Stay tuned will be a Buck giveaway - to give back to this knife community that has been so good to me! I appreciate all of you!!!
I have a Buck 303 cadet with long nail nick and carbon back springs! Believe this is Camillus made from the late 70s ? Im in the UK and have had this one for many years. Came from a friend in the USA. I also have the 301 as like yours from a few years back!
Sounds like it is a Camillus made Buck. If you like Buck slipjoint knives, check out my video on my USA made Buck slipjoint collection. Are Buck pocket knives hard to get over there? Thanks for watching, Mike.
@Knife Delights The basic Buck models are available, like the 301and 110 112 ! The 303 is very hard to find US made there are the 373 and trio China made junk but all of the above are expensive, i.e., the Stockman 301 USA is about £70 ! And a warranty issue would mean sending it back to the US ?
When Buck subsequently changed over to the hammer/anvil shield, the shield became an integral part of the frame itself, the pillar escutcheon shield is not glued, soldered, or pinned on, They are cast in place as are the bolsters. Note - only black Valox sawcut scales have the solid shield pillar. All Dymondwoods have glued in shield 'plates'. All pre 1985 black sawcut shields are glued. All black sawcut scaled 300 models with NO date code are glued in also. It sounds confusing but isn't, some of the black scale 300s continued to be made by Camillus a long time after Buck took back production of the 301,303,309 and 305 in 1985. All the black scaled 300s with NO date code on the tang should be glued in shields. Buck glued on shields until they started casting the one piece liner with bolsters and shield pillar as part of the liner. So if a black sawcut scaled 300 series post 1990 knife has a spring for every blade, has a SS spring pin, has a round ended shield where the hammer imprint has a long closed ended handle, then you are talking pillar shield. They are TANKS. The date code is located just to the right of the number "301" on the tang of the main blade. Assuming the knife you bought in 2014 was also made in 2014, that date code would be the bottom half of a circle with a dot in the center. Date codes for the various years of manufacture can be found in a sticky at the top of the Buck subforum page. They all seem to have the same issue just sand / grind/ file the heel at the bottom of the blade down a tad and it will sit against the internals a little closer and while you're at it make the "spey" a little more of a spear point.
Wow, that is some great info, insanogeddon! Thanks so much for sharing this with me. Buck slipjoint history can get quite confusing at times. I appreciate you watching, and for providing such great feedback.
Great video. I just bought a 309 for $7.00 used in very good condition. It looks like a Camillus knife with the thin brass liners, very long nail nic and no date stamp. Mine still has the factory edge (never been sharpened by the owner) and the handle scales are in excellent shape. Bucks vs.Camillus knives, which are more desirable? What would mine be worth? Thanks
I'd say you got a pretty good deal for $7.00. Did you find it locally, like in an antique store? I don't know which is more desirable, but I like to have as many versions of a model as possible. Thanks for watching, Frank.
@@knifedelights7473Thanks for the reply. A new antique store opened and I found it there. I figured any Buck stamped USA had to be worth more than $7.00. Any idea on the value of mine? Is there a reason that people seem to want the Camillis knives more than Buck in this series?
@@frankbrowning328 Just a ballpark guess, but I would say it would probably go for $40 to $50 on Ebay. I would say the Camillus made are more sought after by collectors because they are harder to find in good condition.
Yes, there are 3 sizes shown. The 301 is a regular Stockman, the 303 is a medium Stockman and the 307 is a jumbo Stockman. Thanks for watching, my friend.
I do have one 1st version made by Schrade with the slanted, single threaded bolster. I picked it up after I had done this video. Thanks for watching, Edward.
I too am fascinated by the history of Buck knives, as well as many other knife brands and makers alike. Thanks and Cheers!
The history gets to be quite confusing at times, and I have a hard time keeping it sorted out. Thanks for watching, my friend!
Thank you for all the information on the Buck Pocketknives!
You are very welcome, Scott. Thanks for watching!
Nice 3 for Thursday Buck stockman shares ... and I also enjoy the history behind the knife industry.
Thanks, Byron! Glad you enjoyed the video.
That 307 is an absolute beauty of a knife! Cheers, buddy!
Thanks David. Yes, the 307 is truly a marvel. I appreciate you stopping by.
3 delightful knives again mate.and some history. Thanks for sharing.atb paddy
Thanks, Paddy. I appreciate you starting this very fun open tag for us to participate in.
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Love all the information even when you struggle to come up with it lol That will only get worse as you get older
Thanks for another fine video
Thanks so much Terrill! I am watching the mail, but mail has been delayed due to the latest blizzard! lol. God bless, my friend.
That 307 wrangler is my favorite Buck slipjoint. A big stockman similar to Case’s jumbo stockman! Your Buck collection is growing and growing 😃
When you put that 307 in your hand, it just seems to say, let's go to work! I am really trying to focus this year on filling in gaps in my Buck slipjoint collection. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Very nice great looking knives! Love a great stockman!!
I knew you'd like to see the stockmans! It is a fantastic pattern. Thanks for watching, my friend.
I did enjoy the video Tom! It was cool to hear and see the difference in the manufacturing of the buck stockmans. I only have the cadet so far but it is an awesome little stockman. Great video! Have an awesome day!
Thanks, Dean. So much history to learn about these knives. I don't know if I'll ever learn it all, but it's fun researching. You have an awesome day also!
Great video Tom! Really interesting to learn about the differences in these models! I didn't know that Camillis produced knives for Buck. Thanks!
You are very welcome, my friend! Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for stopping by.
Great video. Thank you, Tom!
You're welcome, kj!
Those are nice Tom. Always liked the 301, but I have to find a 307. Interesting story with these knives, a little Buck history is good.👍⚓
Glad you enjoyed the video, Steve. The 307 is a hefty, well built stockman. Good luck in your search for a 307.
Thank you Tom for showing these. I must say i like the Buck made best for having three springs on a stockman pattern and the hollow grind. Strong lock to place on the blades(not really locking, but you know what i mean) and razorsharp edges on the blades.
You're welcome, Jeroen! I think Buck has done very well with their stockmans. I appreciate you stopping by, my friend.
The 307 was pricey, 18 bucks was money back then, love the black delrin on these.Thanks for showing them, Tom.
Yes, it fetched quite a price in it's day. But when in hand, it just says, "let's go to work!" Thanks for watching, Jose.
Nice and informative!! I never knew Camillus made those large stockmen for Buck, on my 3 for Thursday I did a pre-recored video on Stockmen and one was a large Camillus with the long nail pull like is on yours.. The things you learn!!!
I still have so much to learn about these knives. I want to try and get models from different time periods so that I can see the changes. Thanks for watching, my friend!
Sweet looking knives. Interesting history on these knives.
I really like knife history, especially with the Bucks. I appreciate you stopping by!
@@knifedelights7473 oh yeah. You are very welcome
3 awesome knives! I have a 303 on the way. I found a good deal on a like new USA made version. Great video 👍
The 303 is a great knife. Congrats on the purchase. Thanks for watching, my friend.
I have all the old Buck slip joint patterns , my favorite is the model 319 Rancher.
I am still working on filling in gaps in the 300 series. I don't have a 319 yet, but will be looking to get one. Thanks for watching, my friend!
Very informative video! Yes cammilus made those large stockmans and they did a darn good job too! Thanks for the video! Great one!
You're welcome, BBR. I look forward to seeing more of your fantastic Buck collection! Thanks for stopping by.
@@knifedelights7473 thanks brother! I actually just recorded a video! Should be uploaded monetarily. Trying to hit that 1k sub mark , believe I’m at 960.. Stay tuned will be a Buck giveaway - to give back to this knife community that has been so good to me! I appreciate all of you!!!
@@bostonbladereviews919 That's great news! Rooting for you, my friend!
@@knifedelights7473 thank you brother!!
Great video Tom
Thanks, Randy! Glad you enjoyed it.
Great stuff.
I'm hoping for a more affordable version of the 2 bladed 301. So far, I've just seen it as Buck of the month.
I've been looking for an affordable Buck 310. It's a three bladed version of the 309 companion. Thanks for watching, Zen!
Nice set there Tom.
Thanks, James!
Very nice, my friend.
Thanks, Ray!
Hey Tommy 3 good one buddy!!!! Good seeing you it’s almost Friday buddy we can get through it 😊talk to you soon buddy!!!!!!
Thanks, Pete! Can't wait 'til tomorrow! Then it's TGIF. I appreciate you stopping by, my friend.
I have a Buck 303 cadet with long nail nick and carbon back springs! Believe this is Camillus made from the late 70s ? Im in the UK and have had this one for many years.
Came from a friend in the USA.
I also have the 301 as like yours from a few years back!
Sounds like it is a Camillus made Buck. If you like Buck slipjoint knives, check out my video on my USA made Buck slipjoint collection. Are Buck pocket knives hard to get over there? Thanks for watching, Mike.
@Knife Delights
The basic Buck models are available, like the 301and 110 112 ! The 303 is very hard to find US made there are the 373 and trio China made junk but all of the above are expensive, i.e., the Stockman 301 USA is about £70 ! And a warranty issue would mean sending it back to the US ?
When Buck subsequently changed over to the hammer/anvil shield, the shield became an integral part of the frame itself, the pillar escutcheon shield is not glued, soldered, or pinned on,
They are cast in place as are the bolsters.
Note - only black Valox sawcut scales have the solid shield pillar. All Dymondwoods have glued in shield 'plates'.
All pre 1985 black sawcut shields are glued. All black sawcut scaled 300 models with NO date code are glued in also.
It sounds confusing but isn't, some of the black scale 300s continued to be made by Camillus a long time after Buck took back production of the 301,303,309 and 305 in 1985. All the black scaled 300s with NO date code on the tang should be glued in shields.
Buck glued on shields until they started casting the one piece liner with bolsters and shield pillar as part of the liner. So if a black sawcut scaled 300 series post 1990 knife has a spring for every blade, has a SS spring pin, has a round ended shield where the hammer imprint has a long closed ended handle, then you are talking pillar shield.
They are TANKS. The date code is located just to the right of the number "301" on the tang of the main blade. Assuming the knife you bought in 2014 was also made in 2014, that date code would be the bottom half of a circle with a dot in the center. Date codes for the various years of manufacture can be found in a sticky at the top of the Buck subforum page.
They all seem to have the same issue just sand / grind/ file the heel at the bottom of the blade down a tad and it will sit against the internals a little closer and while you're at it make the "spey" a little more of a spear point.
Wow, that is some great info, insanogeddon! Thanks so much for sharing this with me. Buck slipjoint history can get quite confusing at times. I appreciate you watching, and for providing such great feedback.
Great video. I just bought a 309 for $7.00 used in very good condition. It looks like a Camillus knife with the thin brass liners, very long nail nic and no date stamp. Mine still has the factory edge (never been sharpened by the owner) and the handle scales are in excellent shape. Bucks vs.Camillus knives, which are more desirable? What would mine be worth? Thanks
I'd say you got a pretty good deal for $7.00. Did you find it locally, like in an antique store? I don't know which is more desirable, but I like to have as many versions of a model as possible. Thanks for watching, Frank.
@@knifedelights7473Thanks for the reply. A new antique store opened and I found it there. I figured any Buck stamped USA had to be worth more than $7.00. Any idea on the value of mine? Is there a reason that people seem to want the Camillis knives more than Buck in this series?
@@frankbrowning328 Just a ballpark guess, but I would say it would probably go for $40 to $50 on Ebay. I would say the Camillus made are more sought after by collectors because they are harder to find in good condition.
@@knifedelights7473That's good news and good info. Thanks for your help.
Was there a difference in the length of the clip blade between the two? It looks like the Camillis is a little longer.
Yes, there are 3 sizes shown. The 301 is a regular Stockman, the 303 is a medium Stockman and the 307 is a jumbo Stockman. Thanks for watching, my friend.
@@knifedelights7473 I mean just between the 301 Buck and the 301 Camillis made Buck. Thanks!
The Camillus made appears to be about 1/2 inch longer than the Buck! Good catch, my friend.
67 -73 the bolsters Alison had 1 stripe
I do have one 1st version made by Schrade with the slanted, single threaded bolster. I picked it up after I had done this video. Thanks for watching, Edward.
Great collection funny camillius made great knives for buck .yet their own blades sucked lol
Lol. Yes, it is very well constructed. Thanks for watching, Tom.