Buck Knives 110-9210 Hunter Lock-Back Folding KnifeThe Buck Knives Hunter Folding Knife is a very simple pocket knife for everyday use and outdoor activities such than hunting. The single stainless steel blade is 3 3/4 inches long, making it suitable for medium-sized knife fans. The implementation of stainless steel allows the blade to last for years with daily wear and even in harsh outdoor conditions. The blade of this particular knife is a straight edge, ideal for common uses such as self-defense and everyday cutting. The handle is made from a combination of wood and brass to create a sleek design and a comfortable feel while holding it. For one thing, we have the popular clip-on design. This allows for great precision and control as well as great slicing and drilling capacity. On the negative side, the handle is noted as being a bit big and heavy, making it slightly annoying to carry and handle on a daily basis. Its bulk and weight also make it a poor choice for a pocket knife, but the knife comes with its own sheath to compensate. Since the handle is made of brass and polished wood, it is also not very easy to grip. This could be a hindrance in self-defense situations, and it could be a safety issue when using the knife for rough cuts or for leverage. The stainless steel blade is durable, but it will dull quite quickly. This is especially true for people who want to take advantage of the precision of the clip tip for use in carving or for anyone using the knife for hunting purposes. The straight blade will be useful for many purposes, both everyday and outdoors. but the lack of sawing ability makes it less useful...... middle of paper ...... the handle seems to have much better grip in wet conditions than traditional textured handles. There only seems to be one downside to this knife and that is the initial sharpness. These knives tend to come out of the package terribly dull, meaning they may need immediate sharpening before using or transporting them. While regular sharpening isn't a complete surprise for stainless steel blades, a good knife should still be sharp right out of the package for instant use. This problem is all the more problematic because the S30V steel used in the blade is quite difficult to sharpen. since it is designed to be stronger and more durable than other types of stainless steel. However, this particular drawback can be taken with a grain of salt since you get a stronger, more durable blade in exchange for a little more time and patience with a sharpener..