Product Comparison: Buck Knives 303 Cadet (0303RWS-B) vs Buck Knives 301 Stockman (0301BKS-B)
General Specifications
Brand
Buck Knives
Buck Knives
Model
303 Cadet (0303RWS-B)
301 Stockman (0301BKS-B)
Origin
USA
USA
About the Product
Traditional, convenient, and multi-purpose. Slightly smaller than the Stockman® the Buck Cadet® also has the same three convenient blades.
Traditional, convenient, and multi-purpose. The Stockman® is the largest three-bladed knife available from Buck. The clip point blade is good for detail work, the spey blade is perfect for skinning or sweeping knife strokes and the sheepsfoot blade is perfect for giving a clean cut, especially on a flat cutting surface.
Blade
Blade Type
Folding
Folding
Blade Length
2.5 in.
2.75 in.
Blade Material
420HC Stainless Steel
420HC Stainless Steel
Blade Shape
Multiple Blade Shapes
Multiple Blade Shapes
Blade Thickness
0.189 in.
0.189 in.
What customers say about "Blade"
Buck Knives 303 Cadet (0303RWS-B) Three 3 Blade Folding Pocket Knife
- The springs are tight and the blades “click” into place and feel safe and secure.
- But heck, it sure is small, cool looking, and the blades are decently sharp.
- The blades have a nice edge, and held it well, and was re-honed with ease.
- Extremely sharp blades , I wouldn't change a thing!
- The blades side to side motion is not bad if it stays that way but the blades open hard enough I added lube, didn't help.
Buck Knives 301 Stockman (0301BKS-B) Three Blade Folding Knife
- All three blades were razor sharp, and the scales, bolsters, blades, and springs were bright without scratches.
- The blades did not feel secure and safe, they felt like they could too easily accidentally close on fingers during use.
- The large blade is mostly reserved for cutting fruit and the like and has not needed sharpening.
- The strong point of this knife are the blades!
- The blades all scrape against each other when they close. Two of them don't seat all the way in even after I sanded the blades smooth and put a mirror polish on them.
- Problems appear when opening the blades. Weak - very weak - springs. Poor finish grinds on the blades.
Size & Weight
Height
1.2 in.
1.2 in.
Width
3.25 in.
3.88 in.
Depth
0.8 in.
0.8 in.
Weight
1.9 oz.
2.9 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Buck Knives 303 Cadet (0303RWS-B) Three 3 Blade Folding Pocket Knife
- Great size for everday utility carrying. Not too bulky.
- Nice tidy construction, great size for daily carry.
- This is my idea of the perfect size pocket knife. Good quality and very sharp.
- My favorite all-time pocket knife. Perfect size for hand and pocket.
- I like the size, and the blade configuration and layout is, in my opinion, suited really well for an everyday folding pocketknife.
Buck Knives 301 Stockman (0301BKS-B) Three Blade Folding Knife
- He was impressed with the build quality, weight and the great looks.
- Nice knife. Bought it for wood carving and everyday use. Came sharpened and has great weight to it.
- It is the best pocket knife I have ever owned - the handle, the weight, the heft, the 'action', the on-going sharpness, the three blades that seem to cover almost all of my needs.
- Georgeous, sharp, maintains the sharp blade well and the perfect size for a pocket knife.
- The size is perfect for everyday use.
Features
Color
Stainless Steel / Wood
Stainless Steel / Black
Handle Material
Rosewood Dymondwood
Injection Molded Black Valox
Carry System
Pocket
Pocket
Serrated Blade
No
No
Extras
Blade satin finish, Rockwell hardness RC 58, Sheepsfoot 1.75" Blade, Spey 1.7" Blade
Blade satin finish, Rockwell hardness RC 58, Spey 2" Blade, Sheepsfoot 2" Blade
What customers say about "Features"
Buck Knives 303 Cadet (0303RWS-B) Three 3 Blade Folding Pocket Knife
- I honestly like the black plastic scales, but seeing as I like this knife, I may someday spring for a wooden handled model, which would look even better.
- I love my knives and this one has a beautiful handle.
- A stunning little knife. Excellent workmanship. The wood handles are beautiful.
- This is one of the better made in USA values I've come across as of late, kudos to the Buck people for striking a nice balance of price and quality.
- The blades have a nice edge, and held it well, and was re-honed with ease. The fit and finish is pretty good, and sure there are nicer pocket knives, but not near the price.
Buck Knives 301 Stockman (0301BKS-B) Three Blade Folding Knife
- As with most of buck knives, this was real nice looking and this particular knife is small enough to carry in your pants pocket.
- Nice strong sturdy peices.
- I have a Buck 301 Stockman in black synthetic handle and I love it, rate as 5 stars.
- It holds an edge well, it is tough, is big enough to do real work, and does not make people nervous when you pull it out in public.
- The steel is good, the handle is beautiful, but the grind is poor.
Other Information
MSRP
55.00 $
59.00 $
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