Greetings, Everyone...New Guy Here

[KLJ77]

Actually, I've been a registered member for a while now but mostly been perusing the site/threads on specific topics...namely Buck knives. I've been an avid collector of Buck knives for several years now and have had the fortune to collect some beauties and some that are rare and hard to find.

Anyway...I hail from Virginia, am retired (military (20 yrs) & 20 years of civil service) and. I'm a soon to be a 68-year-old, going on 28. So far, I've enjoyed perusing this site and have learned a lot about certain knives from the veterans who have been doing this a lot longer than I have. Nevertheless, I'm looking forward to being a part of the discussions and learning my way around the site a bit more. Maybe even brag about some of my treasures I've been able to obtain.

I'm an 'old school' type of person, so bear with me and set me straight if I tend to get out of line. Each forum has its own protocols, and I've read those on this site, so I'll do my best to behave and make my presence a pleasurable one.

That's pretty much me. If anyone wants to know more, within reason, I'll be happy to respond. Until then...Greetings again to all.

[Doc B]

Welcome to the site and posting! Looking forward to some pictures of your knives!

[Steve Warden]

Hi!
Thanks for your service!! What branch and career field?

[jmh58]

Welcome!! Looking forward to seeing your collection!! And Oh Yeah... Have FUN!!!
John

[KLJ77]

Doc B...Thanks for the welcome. I appreciate it.

Hey Steve...Thank you. I was Navy and retired in 98 (Chief Petty Officer E-7) Was on several different ships (FFG-34, G.W. Carrier, CG, tour at GTMO (Guantanamo Bay), Small Arms Instr. at Lil Creek, Amphib Base) Saw a lot of the world, courtesy of the government.

After I retired, I picked up a Physical Security Specialist position in the Tidewater area (Norfolk, Va.). I was a Master-At-Arms for 14 years, so my qualifications got me in the door as a PSS. Just retired from that position after another 20 years last April 2018.

[Railsplitter]

Welcome to the forum. Glad to have you with us!

[OLDE CUTLER]

Welcome to AAPK! You will like it here. Hope to see some pics of your knives.

[kennedy knives]

Welcome jump right in

[Jeffinn]

Welcome!

[Old Hunter]

Glad to have another Buck Knife fan on AAPK, so welcome Chief! Will be looking forward to seeing some of your Buck Knives too - the unofficial slogan of AAPK is "we love pictures!" OH

[philco]

Welcome to AAPK. Thank you for your service to our country.

Please make yourself at home and share with us some of the great knives you've been able to make part of your collection.

[treefarmer]

to AAPK from the Florida Panhandle.
Treefarmer

[royal0014]

Welcome aboard Chief, and Thank You for your service.

We have other squids and a few old leathernecks, along with other service members,
so you'll fit right in here .....

[samb1955]

Welcome to the forum.

[KLJ77]

Thanks to everyone for your most gracious welcome to this oldtimer. I appreciate it. I'm looking forward to getting to know you all better, and you me. A great way to pass the time...when my 'honey do' list is complete.

Anyway...right quick,I just picked up an interesting BUCK knife, but not sure if it's a counterfeit yet. I'm still doing some research and going to take some photos. This knife is in near mint condition and has either rosewood or cherry wood handle. The stamp on the blade is a single "BUCK"...and that's all. There is a medallion on one side of the handle that says; "BUCK KNIVES". It's a fixed blade and is 8" overall length, with the cutting part of the blade at 4 inches. It came w/a black nylon sheath, which appears to be the original sheath. It almost looks like a boning knife with a 102 style blade. It has never been sharpened or used and well kept. It came from an estate sale.

Now, for the drawback on this knife; It has "TAIWAN" stamped on the opposite side of the blade. I know Buck had some knives made in Taiwan years ago, I'm just not sure if this is one of them. I paid $24.00 for this knife, so I'm not out much $$$ if it's not legit. However, this knife is in immaculate condition and only has two flaws that I see. Blemishes on the brass guard and the medallions words are not level and slightly tilted. One would have to be paying attention and look at it closely to even notice it.

I'll get some photos worked up and post them for perusal by those interested. I'll start a new thread regarding this when I do. I plan to also send some photos to the counterfeit guru at Buck and to the historians to see if they can provide any authenticity or not.

Later...

LJ

[Old Hunter]

Last I heard Joe Houser was heading up the Buck Knives anti-counterfeit effort. He would at least know who to direct you to at Buck Knives. OH

[KLJ77]

Last I heard Joe Houser was heading up the Buck Knives anti-counterfeit effort. He would at least know who to direct you to at Buck Knives. OH

Thanks, OH, for the insight. Yeah, if anyone would know, it would be Joe. I believe Mr. Ledgerton is also the curator for the Buck museum.

[OleBuck]

Last I heard Joe Houser was heading up the Buck Knives anti-counterfeit effort. He would at least know who to direct you to at Buck Knives. OH

The baton for the anti-counterfit effort has been passed from Joe Houser to Tony Wagner twagner@buck knives.com
Joe Houser is still the historian but I think he is concentrating his efforts on customs now.

[WAYNED]

I stumble into this thread / post ax-e-dent- lee and felt compelled to join in and say WELCOME TO A WILD,WHACKY AND INFORMATIVE WORLD OF
KNIVES AND STUFF.Enjoy your time out here as 99.9% of the time you can get your questions answered pretty quickly and sometimes correctly.LOL
Have a Knife Day...wayne

[Bucksway]

It's a great place here for Bucks! I've learned a lot feel free to ask anything..I collect rare,odd,1of1 service award advertising 112's. Since you like Bucks consider joining the BCCI if for no other reason than to have access to the vast body of knowledge on the web site. Welcome!!

[KLJ77]

I stumble into this thread / post ax-e-dent- lee and felt compelled to join in and say WELCOME TO A WILD,WHACKY AND INFORMATIVE WORLD OF
KNIVES AND STUFF.Enjoy your time out here as 99.9% of the time you can get your questions answered pretty quickly and sometimes correctly.LOL
Have a Knife Day...wayne

Thanks, Wayne for the welcome...I appreciate it. There's a huge bunch of GREAT guys & gals here, I've discovered by just reading and perusing threads.

LJ

[KLJ77]

It's a great place here for Bucks! I've learned a lot feel free to ask anything..I collect rare,odd,1of1 service award advertising 112's. Since you like Bucks consider joining the BCCI if for no other reason than to have access to the vast body of knowledge on the web site. Welcome!!

I agree 100%, Bucksway. Huge knowledge base throughout this forum on just about any knife imaginable.

I've been a BCCI member since last year. It's a GREAT site to look up info on just about any Buck knife there is. Thanks for the welcome.

LJ

[Bucksway]

I forgot to mention that the BCCI electronic membership is only $10.00 a year and is absolutely the best deal in the world of knives period! The BCCI Website contains a vast amount of information but my favorite part is the Special project lists and 20 plus years of the newsletter..