Is the Buck 119 Special a "full tang" knife? I already own one, love it, just have never seen this aspect in print.
1876022
Given the sturdiness I would say yes. However, I do not believe it is traditional (with a nut on the end). Have you contacted Buck directly.
1876023
It is a reduced tang that goes to the cap. You can find a couple images of one taken down if you search google. I contacted Buck directly to see if there was still a pin going through the end of the tang and was assured that there was, but that the cap was polished so well it could rarely be seen. So, the tang is thick (not a rat tail or anything) but narrower to go through the handle. It has a hole in the end and a pin is run through the cap and hole to hold it together, making it VERY strong. The cap won't fall off unless you find and pound the pin out.
1876024
The tang is the full length, but it is a Tapered tang with an endcap, just like a KABAR. There might be a proper name for it, but I'm not sure.
1556252
Yes it is full tang. There seems to be a debate though over the type of steel used. According to my research this particular knife uses AUS-6 rather than AUS-8. The SOG Seal Put that does not use the designation 37N and non-serrated edge uses the AUS-8 steel. No matter, this knife has found a purpose in use. Great mid sized fixed blade for general overall use. I intend to get the straight edged Seal Pup as well. Good luck!
1462240
Yes it is full tang. It is great show piece. I only wish that it was really Japanese.
1335405
it is a rat tail tang. That makes it a full tang but not like you are thinking. It is a very nice knife.
1416148
It's half (or 2/3) tang, but considering that the handle is longer than the blade, it's as good as full tang. So far I haven't had any problems out of it, but I don't go hardcore testing with it. I just skin a few deers with it.
1048370
the knife pictured is the fallkniven F1 with the thermorun handle, I have one of these and it is full tang and it is exposed at the pommel. I bought this about a year and a half ago and am very pleased. the handle is a bit thin but I have smaller hands so it is not a problem for me. The quality of this knife is second to none and it is vg-10 stainless steel, best of both worlds!
1611166
Not sure why they don't make it a full tang. However, I have used Mora's for many years now and I have used them hard. I have never had a Mora break. Check out the Mora destruction video on You Tube. They put the knife through a series of ridiculous hard use tests and it takes an insane beating before it finally breaks.
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Well, depends on your definition of "FULL TANG". It is not a full exposed tang with two separate handle scales attached to it on either side to make the handle. The tang does run nearly ( to within an inch or so) through and through the handle however. I would call it a full-length concealed tang, but not a traditional full tang. That said, this knife ( and it's tang) are a flippin' tank. You are not going to break this blade. It is as solid and robust as a knife can be.Solid knife, solid deal. I recommend it, you won't regret this purchase ( if of course you do purchase it). Well, depends on your definition of "FULL TANG". It is not a full exposed tang with two separate handle scales attached to it on either side to make the handle. The tang does run nearly ( to within an inch or so) through and through the handle however. I would call it a full-length concealed tang, but not a traditional full tang. That said, this knife ( and it's tang) are a flippin' tank. You are not going to break this blade. It is as solid and robust as a knife can be.Solid knife, solid deal. I recommend it, you won't regret this purchase ( if of course... » Read More Well, depends on your definition of "FULL TANG". It is not a full exposed tang with two separate handle scales attached to it on either side to make the handle. The tang does run nearly ( to within an inch or so) through and through the handle however. I would call it a full-length concealed tang, but not a traditional full tang. That said, this knife ( and it's tang) are a flippin' tank. You are not going to break this blade. It is as solid and robust as a knife can be.Solid knife, solid deal. I recommend it, you won't regret this purchase ( if of course you do purchase it). « Show Less
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It is a FIXED blade knife. No it is NOT full tang there is some space left in the bottom of the handle. It is not a folding knife...Amazon is wrong. But this knife can take a beating as much as a full tang. Check out the abuse videos on youtube.
2090975
Yes, it has a full tang. This is a very good quality knife at a bargain price. I just ordered four more for Christmas gifts.
156537
Yes it is full tang. Holds a edge well and best fit and finish in this price range.
1063171
It is a large knife. I have a sheath and wear the knife on my belt. Buck makes a medium stockman, which I have and it fits in my pocket better as I am not a very big man 32 inch waist jeans. Hope this helps.
2078501
It is indeed a "rat tail" tang, a fairly substantial one and should be plenty strong as the ka-bar's were for years and years. Fallkniven makes a knife very similar to this and a full tang design where it is exposed at the butt of the handle. I prefer the fallkniven to the srk, but the srk will still be very useful.try a google search for "coldsteel srk tang photo: and you will see the tang. I wouldn't call it "full" but it's not a skinny rat tail either.
1759312
While the tang is hidden by the handle, I assume its is a full tang knife. It is a great knife and remains incredibly sharp. I use it for most of my slicing and chopping but will switch out to a German chefs knife or a cleaver when a task requiring brute force is needed as I want to protect this knives from possible damage. It is the same basic knife as the classic series, but the copper layering make it visually beautiful and unique.
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IMO, Buck knives are better than Ka-Bar but to each his own. You won't find a better all-around knife than the 119 Special and with the cocabola handle you get a knife that he will definitely treasure for a lifetime. I have two of the 119's with the black phenolic handle that I have had over 20-yrs and recently bought one with the cocabola handle as more of a display knife, than to use, because I like its looks. It is a beautiful knife. A slightly smaller version of the 119 (6" Blade) is the 105 PathFinder (5" Blade) which I use a lot when doing a little more delicate work such as deboning, etc. If you husband has small hands, he might prefer the 105 instead. Unfortunately, I've never seen the 105 with a cocabola handle, though Cabela's carries it in cherrywood and bone handles and LLBean has it in leather. However you will pay more at those places than Amazon. For a knife to use for gutting, skinning and cutting up the vension, you can't go wrong with the 119. Almost forgot to mention that Buck also makes a Model 121 which is in-between the 105 and the 119 in blade length (5.5"). This is a Boone&Crockett commemorative knife with the B&C emblem on the handle. I just recently bought one off Amazon but have not had a chance to use it yet. If he's big on Boone & Crockett, you might consider it, but for pure beauty, you can't beat the looks of the 119 with the cocabola handle.
393520
I took a look at it this morning and you cannot see the blade go all the way down the knife (the handle covers it completely), but it is definitely as heavy in the handle as it is in the blade. I am 99% sure it is a full tang, but cannot guarantee it!
447579
Yes this a full tang knife. I know you can't tell by looking at the picture, but it is a well crafted and well balanced full tang knife.