Buck ErgoHunter s30v vs Buck Vanguard Cabelas

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Cleber

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Hello All

First I would like to introduce my self I have made a few posts around here already and really enjoy the advice/respect in this community.

Lots of folks with deep knowledge in all aspect of knifes (Big Thanks!!!).

Anyways I'm a family man (31yo) and I just caught the Knife bug.
I always carried a cheap pocket folder, until I got my first real knife 2 months ago and now I have the buy bug!!

Here is the current inventory:
Buck Kalinga Pro Folder
Buck 110 Bass Pro edition
Buck 110 Custom from buck shop with s30v and cherry-wood (still not here yet but ordered)
Zero Tolerance ZT0300
Kershaw Tyrade G10
Kershaw Junkyard Dog II
Spyderco Tenacious
Kabar USMC Leather handles and Kydex sheath

Here is what I want next and would like hear your thoughts on these puppies from buck

To buy:
Buck Kalinga Pro Fixed S30v
Buck Vanguard Cabelas S30v
Buck ErgoHunter pro S30v

As you can see I love buck knifes....(thx to my first introduction to the kalinga folder(too bad its discontinued) what great knife...I might buy one more just for collecting and use the other on daily basis)

I would like to know what you guys think I should buy next?

Buck Kalinga Pro Fixed S30v
Buck Vanguard Cabelas S30v
Buck ErgoHunter pro S30v

I cant make my mind on these...

This will be used for general needs (camping, BBQ, etc) I'm not a hunter but I love these knifes.....

Interested in seeing your thoughts/recommendations

Thx
Cheers
Cleber
 
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Welcome!

They're all fine knives and I'd only have two suggestions.

The FOLDING Kalinga Pro is discontinued but can still be had for about $100 on e-Bay. Since it's discontinued, it's a superb knife and you're in a buying mood......might be a good one to invest in.

Second......I told somebody else recently that the older Kalinga fixed blades are available mint and reasonable on the Bay if you take your time and bid carefully.......and I find them much better-looking than the new fixed blade Kalinga.

Otherwise, your knife ideas sound fine to me. They're all great knives.
 
Cleber said:
I would like to know what you guys think I should buy next?

Buck Kalinga Pro Fixed S30v
Buck Vanguard Cabelas S30v
Buck ErgoHunter pro S30v

I cant make my mind on these...

This will be used for general needs (camping, BBQ, etc) I'm not a hunter but I love these knifes.....

Interested in seeing your thoughts/recommendations

Thx
Cheers
Cleber
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Cleber,

That's three very good fixed blade knives. I own all three (an Ergo in Rosewood and 420hc).

The Kalinga is a big have knife with an incredible S30V blade. But it is a knife more dedicated to skinning in my opinion. A good choice for a elk hunter for example that's caping in the field with no time to re-sharpen.

The Ergo Hunter is another that's a skinner design. As the name suggests the ergonomics on this knife are super (my least fav or the three).

The Vanguard is the general purpose knife in the bunch and would be best as your camp knife and general carry. I will tell you that the Vanguard is one of my favorite Buck fixed blade patterns. An absolute must have blade for a Buck enthusiest. So this would be my choice if you're limited to one.

But get all three if you have the resources. :D

I would also suggest you look into a Buck 121 Fieldguide as a Camp, Kitchen, and general purpose knife. And, you need a Vantage Pro too.

Larger knife is the 121
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=727560&highlight=121
 
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Flatlander1963 said:
Cleber,

The Kalinga is a big have knife with an incredible S30V blade. But it is a knife more dedicated to skinning in my opinion. A good choice for a elk hunter for example that's caping in the field with no time to re-sharpen.

The Ergo Hunter is another that's a skinner design. As the name suggests the ergonomics on this knife are super.

The Vanguard is the general purpose knife in the bunch and would be best as your camp knife and general carry. I will tell you that the Vanguard is one of my favorite Buck fixed blade patterns. An absolute must have blade for a Buck enthusiest. So this would be my choice if you're limited to one.

But get all three if you have the resources. :D
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My sentiments exactly! :thumbup:

I would say the Vanguard is your best bet! I have the ergo Avid as well ,and love it, theres just something about the grip on the pro model... The Kalinga is a great knife also, but as Flatlander said, it probably is more suited to skinning etc. Its a huge chunk of S30V, but it is also discontinued, so if you think you may want one, I wouldnt wait too long!

You cant go wrong with any of these Bucks in S30V though!!!!!!!!!!
 
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You've got a nice collection going there.:thumbup:

Here's a comparison photo of the knives in case you've never seen them side by side.

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Cleber said:
Buck 110 Custom from buck shop with s30v and cherry-wood (still not here yet but ordered)
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So what are the rest of the details? Rivets ? No rivets? Nickel silver? brass?
I hope you post some pics when it arrives! I love the cherry 110's! You will love it!
Plumberdv said:
Here's a comparison photo of the knives in case you've never seen them side by side.
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Thanks for the nice comparison pics Dave! :thumbup: Gotta love that BG-42, MSU, overrun, Build-out! :D:thumbup:
 
Thx for all the comments....

The problem is not deciding what I want, that is easy I want them all:D
The problem is that I cannot afford them all at once....:(

But I think I have to play safe/smart and go for the kaling pro fixed hence is discontinued and still available on ebay new ones.

I have no need for the kalinga pro but it such good looking piece that I'll add to the collection anyways.....

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So what are the rest of the details? Rivets ? No rivets? Nickel silver? brass?
I hope you post some pics when it arrives! I love the cherry 110's! You will love it!
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Cant wait till the Custom 110 from buck customs to arrive, here are the details:
Buck 110
S30V
Cherry-Wood
Nickel plated bolsters
Nickel rivets (added after I placed the order without rivets) after more research and suggestion from you guys I decided I like the rivets after seeing all the pics with rivets....
Also got my last name engraved on the blade :thumbup: (this is the one I'll pass to my baby boy when he gets to the right age, and it will be used I think using the knife adds personality to the piece I'm sure he will appreciate that...)

Plumberdv said:
You've got a nice collection going there.:thumbup:

Here's a comparison photo of the knives in case you've never seen them side by side.

Fixedblades.jpg
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Big ups/thanks :thumbup: for posting this great pic!!!!!!!:thumbup:

It pushed me over the edge to get the kalinga pro BTW it's ordered it should be here next week. (will post pics)

My budget allows me for one more till next couple of months...

Still deciding what comes first Vanguard or ErgoHunter Pro????

All great knifes hard decision.

Here is the current arsenal... cant wait till the latest additions...
Top: Kabar USMC
Left to Right:
Buck 110 Bass Pro, Kalinga Pro Folder, ZT0300, Tyrade g10, JunkYard Dog II, Spyderco Tenacious

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Nice knives! You will like that 110 custom shop!

If you want them all, I think you made the right choice! ;) That kalinga is a great knife!

Next you should go for that Vanguard! :D (AND the Ergo hunter ) :D
 
Flatlander1963 said:
The Vanguard is the general purpose knife in the bunch and would be best as your camp knife and general carry. I will tell you that the Vanguard is one of my favorite Buck fixed blade patterns. An absolute must have blade for a Buck enthusiest. So this would be my choice if you're limited to one.
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I would agree that the Vanguard is the choice from among the group for a general purpose user. As much as like the old-style fixed blade Kalinga and the Rosewood S30V Folding Kalinga Pro, they are not general application knives. I have them but am not sure I'll ever use them much.

My general purpose users are actually the 110 and the 347. I used a Vanguard on a salmon fishing trip (I hate cleaning fish with a folder) and it was great. It's also a good camping knife.
 
I always buy what I like... That's what I tell everyone... Buy what you like... You have to use it... Good luck on what ever you get... ITE ...
 
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