What to look for in a used Buck 307?

[sidpost]

I am looking on eBay for a nice Buck 307. What should I look for and be aware of in a purchase like this, knife specific? Is ~$50 a reasonable price for a mint knife? How do I determine if the blades are carbon or stainless, or was stainless the only option?

I don't see them come up for sale much anywhere but, eBay so, if I am overlooking a good source please let me know. Pawn shops and antique stores near me aren't viable sources FWIW.

[Modern Slip Joints]

All Buck 307s were made by Camillus using their standard stainless steel which was 440A. Camillus also made the pattern with their own name on them and also made the pattern with Remington's brand. If you prefer Camillus' 1095 carbon steel then you have to get one branded Remington or Camillus. I've wanted a nice Buck 307 for years but the knives with the other two brands are less expensive so they're what I have. Do not confuse imported knives with knives made by the old U.S. Camillus company using unionized labor. If you can actually land an excellent condition Buck 307 for $50 I'd jump on it.

There's more information on Buck 307s here: https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kn ... hp?t=32410
and here: https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kn ... ks#p701092

[bertl]

Are you looking for a knife to use or for your collection? If it's for your collection, there are two variations to look for. From 1974, the first year for the Buck 317, there is the variation with handle pines. This was a very limited edition. From 1990, there is the variation with a serrated secondary blade. I think the total production was about 900 knives.

Bert

[Modern Slip Joints]

The real Buck Folding Hunter, the 317, was a great knife! I did not know there was a version with a serrated skinner blade so thanks for posting the pictures. I'm always happy to look at 317s either way. However, sidpost inquired about Buck's largest Stockman, the 307. I wonder if he bought one.

[bertl]

However, sidpost inquired aboit Buck's largest Stockman, the 307. I wonder if he bought one.

My mistake.

[bertl]

I'll try this again with 307s. First, the earliest 307 (1971-1974) with model number on pile side; Next, a custom single blade with mammoth scales; third, a saw cut yellow (made for SMKW)