I Sent Three Rusty Buck Knives to the Factory and Got This Back
Published: 6 days ago
In this video, I’m unboxing three vintage Buck knives—the Buck 500 Duke, Buck 501 Prince, and the legendary Buck 110 Folding Hunter—following their return from a full factory restoration. I originally found this trio as neglected flea market finds in Texas, covered in years of tarnish and grit. I decided to send them in for the famous Buck Spa Treatment to see if these American classics could be brought back to life. Join me as we look at the results of this Buck knife restoration, check the "walk and talk" (blade snap), and determine if the factory service is the ultimate hack for vintage knife collectors and slipjoint enthusiasts.
The transformation of these Texas rescues is honestly hard to believe. From the mirror-polished brass bolsters on the 110 to the perfectly reground edge on the 501 Prince, we’re diving deep into the craftsmanship that makes vintage Buck knives so special. If you love knife hunting, restoration stories, or just the satisfying snap of a well-made lockback, this one is for you.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - The Texas Flea Market Rescue
0:19 - Unboxing the Buck 501 Prince
3:13 - Unboxing the Buck 500 Duke
5:34 - The Main Event: Vintage Buck 110
7:36 - Is the Factory Service Worth It?
7:57 - Final Thoughts & The "Texas Trio" Line-up
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The transformation of these Texas rescues is honestly hard to believe. From the mirror-polished brass bolsters on the 110 to the perfectly reground edge on the 501 Prince, we’re diving deep into the craftsmanship that makes vintage Buck knives so special. If you love knife hunting, restoration stories, or just the satisfying snap of a well-made lockback, this one is for you.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - The Texas Flea Market Rescue
0:19 - Unboxing the Buck 501 Prince
3:13 - Unboxing the Buck 500 Duke
5:34 - The Main Event: Vintage Buck 110
7:36 - Is the Factory Service Worth It?
7:57 - Final Thoughts & The "Texas Trio" Line-up
Subscribe for traditional pocket knives, Sheffield made knives, American-made knives, knife collecting, everyday carry, and honest knife showcases. http://www.youtube.com/@SlipjointSawyer
JOIN THE KNIFE COLLECTING COMMUNITY:
Slipjoint Sanitarium Knife Forum - https://discord.gg/sgdsWD87Pu
???? RELATED VIDEOS YOU'LL LOVE:
• https://youtu.be/6WEGfM9Fxd4
• https://youtu.be/sH46v95seIs
• https://youtu.be/MgFTh9JJSpM
• https://youtu.be/dajBlaWoOHU
???? WHERE TO BUY (Affiliate Links):
• Heinnie Haynes Affiliate link - https://tidd.ly/42wcqWF
• Moonraker Knives - https://www.moonrakerknives.co.uk/
• Brigantian Vintage Knives https://www.brigantian-vintage-pocketknives.co.uk/
• 10% Off at https://rosecraftblades.com/ with code Slippy10
• 10% off with code SLIPPY10 https://www.twistedassisted.co.uk/
• USA Traditional Pocket Knives - https://www.traditionalpocketknives.com/
• Rhoose Point Remedies, Outstanding wood restoration products! Affiliate link - https://rhoosepointremedies.com/product-category/wood-treatments/?wpam_id=15
• 10% off https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=aofsfnod with code Slippy10 -
• 10% off https://www.viperade.com/ with code Slippy10 -
• 15% off https://shiresupply.com with code SlipjointSawyer15
???? BUSINESS ENQUIRIES:
Email - Slipjointsawyer@gmail.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slipjointsawyer?igsh=aWttYWt0dGE0ZHA4
DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making honest reviews. I only recommend products I've personally tested and believe in.
© 2026 Slipjoint Sawyer. All rights reserved.