Buck Bucklite MAX series

Black glass reinforced nylon vs Thermoplastic rubber - different handle material
I like the Diamondback handles also.
 
I'm interested in these too. Buck has several new knives (USA made) coming out that look to be amazing values. :thumbup:
 
Jake Bauer said:
Has anyone purchased any of the Buck Bucklite MAX series of folders or fixed blades? I really like the way they look, where they're made and the price is fantastic. They look a little similar to the Diamondback fixed blades, and I liked the way those feel. Anyone?

http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/s...eqCATE CODEdatarq=BU&eqKEYWORDdatarq=bucklite
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That's a great looking knife. It's like getting a 110 without having 10lbs in your pocket.

I've been pretty impressed with buck. I don't own too many knives, a couple fixed blades and a handful of folders. I personally own a buck bantam and 2 buck short nighthawks (I got them for $30 at walmart). Buck knives are not only less expensive than most knives but "to me" they even seem to out perform many.

In fixed blades I own a bravo-1, had an RC-4, and own 2 buck short nighthawk. I sold the RC-4 and think the nighthawk is my favorite of the bunch. Especially considering the price for what you get.

In folders I own a spyderco native, bm grip, buck bantam, and had an endura 4. For me it's a toss up between the bm grip and the buck bantam. The grip opens easier (very smooth) but the bantam is super inexpensive and razor sharp. For the money, hands down, the buck wins.

It's kinda weird. I started getting into knives, bought some expensive one, but found out I like the quality and functionality of some of the least expensive (which for me have been buck knives). Since I'm not a collector, it's now hard to justify spending more on a knife when you can get a really good quality one for such little cost. (which is why I've been selling my more expensive ones).

Anyway...just my personal experience and thoughts.
 
I have the large BuckLite Max folder on pre-order along with the Sanvik and S30V Vantage. All three look to be exceptional values. I'm very excited about the Vantage esp the S30V version. It that blade is as good as the blade on my TNT which looks almost identical, it'll be the best knife buy of 2009. Anyway, Knifecenter just sent my third backorder notice...dang, I'm ready now!!

BuckLite Max-Large
Blade: 3 5/8" (9.2 cm) drop point, 420HC steel
Length: 5 " (12.7 cm) closed
Weight: 3.1 oz. (87.9 g)
Handle: Black glass reinforced nylon
Clip: Stainless steel
Made in USA
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S30V Vantage Pro
Blade: 3 1/4" (8.3 cm), S30V stainless steel, drop point
Length: 4 3/8" (11.1 cm), closed
Weight: 4.0 oz (113.4 g)
Handle: CNC contoured black G10
Clip: Stainless steel, reversible
Made in USA
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Sandvik 13C26 Vantage AvidBlade: 3 1/4" (8.3 cm), 13C26 Sandvik™ steel, drop point
Length: 4 3/8" (11.1 cm), closed
Weight: 4.0 oz (113.4 g)
Handle: CNC contoured Charcoal Dymondwood®
Clip: Stainless steel, reversible
Made in USA
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Oh wow.. I just noticed those Vantage blades. The Vantage Select with FRN and 420HC at $20 for short, and $23 for large, The Avid with sandvik and dymondwood for $32, and most impressive, the Pro with S30V and G10 for $48?!! All USA made?!! I'm very pleased with Buck. They are taking the step back in the right direction. Not that they strayed too far, but I thought they started to go a little too crazy with the cheap blades made in china to compete with other companies. Go Buck!
 
The thing about the Vantage is the blade is almost the same as the TNT. The grind on the TNT is vertical and the Vantage is at an angle off the ricasso. If the Vantage's hollow grind matches the rest of the geometry of the TNT (best cutting knife I own, slices through steak like hot butter) then it will be the absolute most awsome value out there right now IMMHO.

I can't wait...just received my third backorder notice from Knifecenter. Hopefully soon.
 
I am very interested in the Vantage series. I am glad to see Buck moving towards some everyday folders in better steels that are made in the US. At this rate, Buck will be getting some more of my money.

Good job Buck!
 
I just bought one of the Bucklite Max 4" fixed blades (Model 679) and I'm really impressed with the overall quality so far. The sheath, though cordura, seems pretty nice and for a USA made Buck fixed blade with an under $25 street price it seems like a great deal. Going to take it into the backcountry and give it a workout and maybe write a review soon.

Anyone else here given their Bucklite fixed blades a workout yet?
 
I've been eye balling the fixed blade, but I'm holding off, they are coming in blaze orange this year!!!
 
Dang It, I see that I have a Vantage Avid shown as a Vantage Pro and a Vantage Select shown as a Vantage Avid. Sorry guys.

I'm with Bear. I've been thinking of the large fixed blade for some time and will wait till the orange comes out this year.

I do have the large folder and it has made an excellent garden knife. I like it very much in that purpose.

Buck knives are not only less expensive than most knives but "to me" they even seem to out perform many.
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It's damn hard to beat Buck's edge geometry for slicing!
 
I have owned both the large Bucklite Max and Vantage Select. While the Bucklites are great value, I liked the ergonomics of the Vantage Select better. I only paid $20 a piece for each knife and that's a lot of blade for the money. Really, you can't go wrong with either one. The Bantams are good too.
 
Jake Bauer said:
haha, almost a year ago post and i still dont have a 679. Blaze Orange you say? Interesting!!
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Yep, the following models are coming out in blaze orange.

"Safety Orange Series"
425 Mini-Buck
433 Juno
460 Gamut

"Boone & Crockett Safety Orange Series" (Each knife has the B&C logo on the blade)
679 BuckLite Max
183 Alpha Crosslock
486 Bucklite Max Folder
482 Bucklite Medium Folder
 
Just bought the small one (Bucklite Max) a few minutes ago - made in USA. Can't go wrong with the price and look well made.
 
I bought two Bucklite Max's (Lrg fixed blade) because I like them so much for a small user. They rattle around in the sheath a bit, but I can live with it. I always thought the Diamondback's handles were way too large , so these fit me a lot better and the price is great. Plus, Buck's 420HC has posed no problems for me ever. Full tang is nice in such an inexpensive knife.
 
The 679 is a sweet little knife, CT in Canada has them on sale so i bought two!
Its rare when CT has knives at the internet-street level price so i took advantage of the situation,lol.
Actually had CT points on the CC so i actually only paid $10 each!
Woohoo Bucks at cheaper-than-a-Mora-price!
Anybody strip the grip off one?
I'm curious about the tang width and length.
I bought the second one to mod and rehandle but i kinda like it as is!
 
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