Buck Knives 379 Solo Single-Blade Folding Pocket Knife with Wood Handle

Solid small knife that you will actually carry around and use. After trying different multi tools and gadgets I never carry around because they are heavy and bulky, I realized most of the time I really just need something to cut open a package, box, tape or zip tie. This tiny knife has a beautiful classic design, the folding/locking mechanism feel nice and solid, and comes very sharp. It is so light you will forget you are even carrying it.

I love these little knifes, very sharp and hold up to my use.

Small.. nice and complete buck.. finish and polish as it should be. The knife you pay for.. good and sharp too

I've been a buck knife fan since I received my first one as a kid. They have maintained their quality over time and I love the fact that they're an American company.I'm skeptical of products made in China. So why did I buy the Solo? Part of it was curiosity and part of it was because I wanted to train some young boys in the local troop on knife safety and get them whittling and wanted to see if these Chinese made knives are worth getting even though the cost is less. The Solo is cheaper than the USA made Buck knives. I want to get quality knives to train with but I also know that boys will be boys and the knives are going to get destroyed; I am hesitant in putting the more expensive Bucks in the boys' hands until they learn to respect what they're given enough to take care of it. Once the boys "graduate", I'll get them a real U.S. made Buck for them to keep - hopefully for the rest of their lives.The Solo is made in China. Not only does it carry Buck's name but Buck stands behind their product with a lifetime warranty. And it shows.The wood, bolsters, and blade are good quality. I'm sure you've experienced how cheaper blades fail to hold an edge, start grinding as you open them over time, start losing their luster sooner, etc. It's obvious that Buck has set some standards for the knives that carry their name. Even if these knives are produced in China, these are not cheap knockoffs. I hate to admit it but these are good knives that are worthy enough to carry the Buck name.That said, I'll only buy the China made knives as trainers. If I'm carrying around a Buck knife or giving one as a gift, it's going to be U.S. made.I have to admit that I grudgingly gave this a five. I don't like the fact that it's made in China, but I have to admit that it's a pretty nice little knife.

I use this knife constantly and carry it with me every day. When I do forget it my day is upset; that's how much I need this knife.I have a sharpener that I use often. The metal in this knife does not hold an edge as I would have hoped it would. It sharpens quickly however and is built perfectly. The handle material is top notch as well.It is not easy to find single, small bladed pocket knives that are worth having. This knife is well worth the price.I just read some of the one-star reviews on this knife and will say the following:Yes, the knife is marked with the word China on the base of the blade. The other side of the blade is marked 'BUCK 379' with a copyright mark. The handle has a metal inset marked 'BUCK'.I have used this knife quite some time now and it NEVER had or has any rust on it! Unless Buck makes a better model in the future with this single blade length, I would purchase it again.Update:It is now March of 2015 and I'm still using this knife every day! I sharpen it constantly with a RADA Mfg. Co. Quick Edge Knife Sharpener. These sharpeners are handy, work quickly but will, over time, cause a cupped area in the rear of the blade. If you can live with that, which I can, then this will keep your knife very sharp. As I said, this steel does not hold an edge very long, so quick easy sharpening is my answer to this problem.I also would like to repeat my statement that I would buy this knife again. It is the perfect size for me. Paul Simone

This is a very nice little knife, but surprisingly small. A good EDC that won't weigh down your pocket. Very solid and smooth. It's quite functional as a letter or box opener and finger nail cleaner. Not so much for hunting or camping.

I accidentally broke the tip off my old Buck pocket knife (actually, it was my stupidity for using it as a prying tool), so I checked Amazon to see if the same model was available - it was. The only difference I can see is that this one says "Buck" on the case, while my original has an axe & log logo. I like the slim size and ease of use of this knife. They hold up for decades (if you treat them right).I like to look at the 1-star reviews to see if there might actually be problems. Some reviewers should be embarrassed, complaining that the knife is only 3" long (duh, that's what it says in the specs), or the blade is less than 3" (duh, the spec says 2.25" blade). Complaints that it's cheap because it's made in China (it actually does not say on the knife where it's made) without actually using it to see if it's cheaply made (it's not). Or blaming Buck Knives because Amazon delivered it late (inappropriate use of ratings). Bottom line - it's a quality, well-made, durable knife regardless of where it's made.

About the width of my palm - so not so small that I'll fumble it and too no large that it won't fit in my pocket. Works great! Not cheap looking.