Product Comparison: Buck Knives 118 Personal (0118BKS-B) vs Buck Knives 105 Pathfinder (0105BKS)
General Specifications
Brand
Buck Knives
Buck Knives
Model
118 Personal (0118BKS-B)
105 Pathfinder (0105BKS)
Origin
USA
USA
About the Product
The popular 118 Personal has been a long time favorite among collectors and remains an exceptional choice for a hunting knife or a collectible. Either way, it is a classic and a personal favorite of many.
Classic, all-purpose, heavy-duty. This smaller version of the 119 Special is perfect for general outdoor use. Features including full tang construction, a finger guard integrated into the blade, thumb grip ridges and a deep choil help make this knife one of the best options for the serious hunter.
Blade
Blade Type
Fixed
Fixed
Blade Length
4.5 in.
5 in.
Blade Material
420HC Stainless Steel
420HC Stainless Steel
Blade Shape
Skinner
Modified Clip
Blade Thickness
0.120 in.
0.120 in.
What customers say about "Blade"
Buck Knives 118 Personal (0118BKS-B) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- This knife feels better than the 102 and the longer slightly upswept blade are spot on.
- Love this knife, quality buck knife. Wood is beautiful and blade is razor sharp.
- The 4 1/2" upswept blade is perfect for deer, duck, fish and camp cooking.
- This blade is quality and beauty all in one.
- Could be the perfect all-day carry blade to have.
Buck Knives 105 Pathfinder (0105BKS) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- This knife is absolutely perfect. Great blade, handle and design are very classic and beautifu.
- The blade was pretty sharp out of the box and touched up easily or a final edge with a extra fine diamond "stone" and honing steel.
- The blade came very sharp and so far has held up well.
- Blade is stainless and that makes it easier to care for. Buck has the heat treat on this steel perfected, you get a tough blade that holds an edge well.
- The 5" has a much slimmer blade, so weights less and much more practice for normal use.
Size & Weight
Height
1.5 in.
1.2 in.
Width
8.5 in.
9.1 in.
Depth
0.8 in.
0.8 in.
Weight
3.9 oz.
4.5 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Buck Knives 118 Personal (0118BKS-B) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- It has the perfect weight/balance/angle.
- It's a bit more compact than other Buck fixed blade hunters, so it should carry nicely while still packing a lot of utility.
- I adjusted the grind a little bit to my own liking, but the design with the sleek, narrow, gently curved blade is just what I like.
- Great size knife. Not too big, but big enough to do the job.
- Perfect size for me. Smaller than the special, larger than the woodsman with a good size handle.
Buck Knives 105 Pathfinder (0105BKS) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- Great shape for big game hunting, light weight, sturdy sheath that snaps the knife securely in place, gorgeous craftsmanship.
- The clip-point blade profile was perfect for both gutting and skinning, and I think the blade length is the perfect balance in regards to amount of working edge and control-ability.
- It is well-balanced and extremely comfortable to hold.
- It's perfectly balanced for all hand sizes and tasks. A real buck classic that will last forever.
- The black plastic handle is light, which is a slight turnoff for me as I like the balance to be in my hand.
Features
Color
Stainless Steel / Wood
Stainless Steel / Black
Handle Material
DymaLux® or Phenolic
DymaLux® or Phenolic
Carry System
Sheath
Sheath
Serrated Blade
No
No
Extras
Blade satin finish, Rockwell hardness RC 58
Blade satin finish, Rockwell hardness RC 58
What customers say about "Features"
Buck Knives 118 Personal (0118BKS-B) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- This blade is quality and beauty all in one.
- The sheath is made of quality leather, and it has a very nice rich color to it.
- Beautiful knife and well made. Exactly what you'd come to expect from Buck.
- Superb craftsmanship, super sharp. We like it well. Let us all hope Buck keeps making the best knives ever.
- High quality, good looking knife. I like it!
Buck Knives 105 Pathfinder (0105BKS) Fixed Blade Knife with Leather Sheath
- Even though the handle is smooth its shape gives good purchase and there is no sensation of slipping or sliding.
- Good size for a hunting knife. One of its best features is the smooth handle which cleans up very easily.
- Amazing quality and feel in your hand.
- Beautiful craftsmanship and design.
- The black leather sheath is flawless - the size, fit, hold, attractiveness, smell, sturdiness all leave nothing to be desired.
Other Information
MSRP
111.00 $
83.00 $
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