Buck 112 Ranger Automatic Lockback Knife Ebony (3" Satin) 0112BRSA

My very first quality knife was a Buck 110 I bought in 1973 for $20. Many years and knives later what do I see? An AUTO 110 on BladeHQ! I so wanted it but just couldn't justify it. Big and heavy... and I still have the original 110. Just forgot about it until BladeHQ notified me they had a Buck 112 AUTO in stock. Hmmm... smaller... factory support... leather sheath...pocket-able... ON SALE! I'm in! The knife is beautiful! The wood has straight even grain with even stain, the brass is polished to a mirror-like shine and the blade... well, It's a Buck! It came almost razor sharp. The Auto mechanism was very stiff right out of the box. A little light oiling and after about 20 - 30 openings it is butter smooth and opens with force! The deployment button is very slightly recessed and takes a little getting used to but that makes me feel safe pocket carrying it. I was very cautious about the sheath as a earlier poster had mentioned the rivet inside had scratched his knife but my rivet is well recessed into the leather and hasn't caused any scratches. In closing, I am super pleased with my purchase and with BladeHQ for quick delivery.

I bought this bad boy on a complete impulse last week. The larger 110 auto caught my eye last year, but at 3.75 inches it was just too big for my taste. I didn't even know the 112 auto was coming, but when I saw it on the scrolling homepage banner last Friday, I immediately ordered it. After a few days with the 112 Ranger Auto, I am absolutely in love with it. When I first opened it up, the action was very smooth but disappointingly slow. I believe that was due to the thick black grease that was in the pivot and just being tight and new. I am glad to say that after blasting it out with air, firing it a few times, and lubing it up, it's a rocket. Fires hard and has a great sound when it locks up. Also makes a very satisfying click when you close it. I read a bunch of reviews on the 110 auto and many people said they had minor scratches and dings upon unboxing, and that theirs felt gritty when new. That was absolutely not the case with my 112 auto. It was 100% perfect, the brass was beautifully polished, and I couldn't find a single imperfection. Mine was also smooth as glass from new (just a little slow initially). I have been collecting nice automatic knives for about fifteen years, and have a bunch from the big makers ranging from $200-$500. In my opinion this knife is a steal at $140. Fit and finish on mine were top notch. Action is great. Sheath is very high quality. And made in the USA. ps BladeHQ please make the 112 to match your upcoming 110 auto in green micarta with brushed bolsters and stonewashed blade! I will buy one in a heart beat. Given the success of the 110 auto, I bet the more EDC friendly size of the 112 should be a slam dunk.

Late last year I bought the Buck 110 auto and was impressed with the build quality though not with the warranty, (more about that in my review of the 110). Though I really like that knife, the 110 blade length is too long to legally carry in my state, except as an outdoors tool for camping, hunting, fishing and the like. So when the Buck 112 Ranger came out in auto, I just had to have one despite it's somewhat steep price tag. Must say in spite of price, I'm not disappointed! At 3 inches, this little 112 has just the right blade length to legally carry anywhere in the state and I'm pleased Buck had the good sense to bring it out in an automatic configuration. This knife is every bit as well constructed as its big brother and will be my EDC from now on. Though a bit heavy at almost 6 ounces, the 112 is still small enough for pocket carry if you don't want to use the included leather pouch. Blade centering seems to be good. The blade deploys fast and locks up with zero blade play and so firmly the knife almost feels like a fixed blade. The false edge on the clip point, (swedge), is sharp, as if the final de-burr of the edge was skipped, but a little emery sanding will break the keen edge down. The action is just a touch gritty and the coil grinds a little when closing the knife, but will no doubt smooth with use. (This is something my 110 did as well.) The included pouch is top quality and a dab of mink oil will make it a little more pliable and water resistant. Despite the little hiccups, all in all this knife is a winner for those looking for a ruggedly reliable old school design in a modern tool.

Beautiful Knife however the leather case that comes with it will scratch your knife to hell. Had it for 5 minutes when I noticed it had, about 5, scratched on the nice brass area at the end of the knife. Then I realized that is where the rivet was in the case. :( Thanks Buck! Now I have a new knife that is all scratched up so be warned! Don't use the leather case that comes with it unless you want to scratch it up. Now what could make this an even better knife 1. Make the button fire and release the lock 2. Make it duel action 3. Make the button hidden 4. Make it a 2.5 inch blade version for easier pocket EDC its a little big for my EDC 5. fix your case so it doesn't scratch this Beautiful Knife!!! I'd give you 5 stars if your case hadn't F'ed up my new knkife

Well, this is my favorite of the Buck Autos. The 110 with green canvas will hardly open, and the regular 110 opens, but so softly that you think it might not have locked out all the way. This one has just enough "oomph" to audibly click into place. I am not sure why Buck is making their autos so weak - unless they are allowing a lawyer to make manufacturing decisions. The 110 and 112 conversions I bought here are super strong, and have lasted for years with no issues. The actual Buck autos barely open. Even the regular 110 which I have a good review must be freshly oiled to work well. C'mon Buck!! You are letting a weasel liability lawyer anger your base!! With that being said, I love the 112, and will often pocket carry it in a small leather pouch.