Name: Buck 120 General Hunting Knife Fixed 7-3/8" Blade, Black Phenolic Handles
Brand: Buck Knives
SKU: BU0120BKS
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.909 (11 reviews)

Mike S
Michigan

Aug 14, 2015

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Buck General

This is the type of purchase from Buck that I've been making since 1974. Solid, big, well-balanced, and very sharp. This will be ideal as a knife to be left in a vehicle emergency kit, as it is tough and impervious to rust with a very comfortable and secure sheath. My initial Buck was a 110 folder that is still in service, and I have bought numerous other Bucks for friends, family, and myself since.

Jerzeyboy!
Albany, NY

Jan 19, 2026

Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Finish, Handle Material, Materials, Overall Quality, Sheath/Scabbard, Weight

Cons: None

My Old Stand-by!

I carried my 120 in Viet Nam in '65 and '66 due to a SNAFU of my own creation!

When I went overseas in '65 I first spent several months in Okinawa. (August 'till November.) I was a Radio Telegraph Operator whose standard firearm was a .45 Cal. pistol. When my unit received orders to head south to Vietnam I was advised by a senior NCO that when we got there I would be able to request a rifle rather than a pistol, due to the high high tactical conditions. I did so, and when I was given my rifle. I asked for my bayonet and was advised that as a Communications Battalion, they had no bayonets and that because I did not have a pistol, I couldn't have a Ka--Bar!

So I wrote to my parents to go to the local sporting goods store and buy and ship to me a Ka-Bar. I received my package about a month later containing my first Buck 120 General...! I carried that Knife through my Vietnam Service, and brought it home with me when I returned in late '66!

I had a flood in my home in 2002, and the people whom I'd hired to clean up the place apparently thought that since the box was soaked, the knife was damaged beyond recovery (that was BS, of coarse!) When I discovered my General was missing, I immediatly replaced it, and throughout the years since I have bought each of the new iterations and have purchased all of the 100 Pro series.

I love my many Buck Knives, and expect I will be buying many of the new models of 2026!

Victor C
Charleston IL.

Sep 04, 2015

Pros: Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

120 General Knife

My wife sent this to me in Vietnam. I had asked for a Bowie knife but in Coles County IL she could not find a Bowie knife and she didn't know what one was. A store sold her the Buck General. It didn't have the heft of a Bowie knife for chopping coconuts open or cutting bamboo. But I kept it razor sharp and it worked. I was in the 1st Air Cavalry 8th battalion and I don't know how may people tried to buy it from me, even chopper pilots. I got my name engraved on it (Victor Castle) in Quin Nhon when I was in the hospital. I kept it strapped on my back . I lost it when I was bring it with me and stuck it in my cargo pocket, when I caught a jeep ride to the airstrip. I hope some other grunt got it and was able to use it in the field. It never rusted and held a good edge. Coconuts outside shell is not easy to chop open . The sheath held up good.

Vato53
Texas

Mar 23, 2019

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Quality knife

Bought my buck general in ‘72 while serving in the navy off the coast of Vietnam. It’s served me well in all that time, held an edge and is generally one of the best knives I’ve owned. The scabbard and knife both are still in great shape, 47 years later.

Jussi P
Finland

Dec 19, 2015

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

best knife

Best and sexiest knife in the world. I use that knife wood chopping and deer and moose opening.

Zy Y.
Singapore, Other

Dec 04, 2014

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Finish

Cons: Blade Sharpness

A dependable knife for all purpose

Usage: Camping, light wood work, carton unboxing, etc... Satisfactory: High! Definitely recommended product! Long, thick blade, everything else similar to general 119. Quality finishing, overall very please with the product. Nitpicking a little... the blade sharpness could have been better. Also think that rose wood handle would have a been a better pick.

Heith
Georgia

Aug 29, 2021

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

glenheith@gmail.com

My daughter bought me this. I told her I wanted one. I grew up with buck knives. This is the classic example of fine American craftsmanship. Many soldiers had these in Vietnam. This is the best hunting/self defense knife ever made. It's long but lightweight. It is strong, holds sharpness and dosen't rust. If I want a knife to chop wood. I'll take a tactical hatchet along. This knife handles fast because of its lightweight and balance. Absolutely nothing rattles, or becomes loose. I carry this on walks. It's great self defense for coyote or anything else. In Georiga we can carry anything with a 12in. or under blade without any permit. This is my #1 used knife.

Pappyinpa
Enola, PA

Jul 17, 2014

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Options!

As a Marine field radioman my T/O weapons were a 1911A1 and a Ka-bar. As we were mounting out to head South from Okinawa in 1965, I realized I would soon be in a real combat zone and needed to beef-up my personal arsenal; a shaky barreled 45 Auto just wouldn't get it! I hit the PX and purchased a Colt Python (357 Mag, for those who don't know: $90 brand new!). When l got to Nam I opted for an M-14 instead of the 45, but supply had no bayonets, and I couldn't get a Ka-bar because it wasn't T/O with a rifle. Go figure! A quick letter home and within two weeks I received my Buck General 120. I was the envy of all my buddies; while they were forever cleaning the rust off their blades, I had no such issues. I still have that knife, now pushing 50 years. It's still my go-to camp knife. I admire it as I clean the rust off my much more recently purchased Ka-bars!

Tom H
Indianapolis, Indiana

Jun 06, 2015

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

SMOKY MOUNTAIN KNIFE

In 1981 I did a weeks backpacking trip in the Smoky Mountains and no firearms were allowed and I bought the Buck 120 as a camp and personal protection knife just for this trip. It performed perfectly for all the chores on the trail and in camp. The knife is strong, comfortable to hold, holds an edge and the sheath is thick leather that will last a lifetime. I still have and use this knife and it still looks fairly new. It goes with me on every hunt and hike and I slept better at night with it in my tent ,,,, It will be given to my great grandson when he is old enough to handle it. Happy trails.

James
Mpls. MN

Apr 17, 2017

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Finish, Blade Sharpness

Cons: None

Buck General

This newly made General is interesting to me because I own a few similar Buck fixed blade knives from the 1970s. I remember seeing this large General in stores back then. This one I just received is exactly like my old Buck fixed blade knives in terms of design, handle, and all minor details. It's like if I had bought it with the others way back then. That said, it is a robust blade with a handle that fits the hand perfectly. It is balanced, cuts cleanly and is well made and finished. Buck should be proud of its heritage and continued quality.

Dunranull
Colorado

Aug 25, 2019

Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Blade Sharpness

Cons: Sheath/Scabbard

Field knife

Have used these since 1971, took some getting used to sharpening, the steel is much harder than the carbon steel. Holds a good edge. The black phenolic grip is near indestructible. The blade will baton thru hardwood altho Buck no longer advertises driving the "blade thru the steel bolt" as they used to. I did nick the edge on mine- while hacking thru deer bones- but it sharpened out. I suspect it nicked because of the hard steel and thin edge, and hardness of bone. The steel- not a fancy super steel, but a solid choice with GOOD TEMPERING. It will take an edge! There are other knives out there and I own a few. One particular brand I favor but their knives are NOT made in USA, and NOT in stainless, like Buck knives are. If you want a good solid knife with some years of history, and used in many situations and environments and MADE in USA, Buck is a good candidate I would recommend. Have bet my butt on the Buck 120 and 110 folder and my butt is still there! Barring losing them, mine will go to my heirs someday and will last them their lifetimes too...