TL;DR version - Solid 5 stars, great knife. It is exactly as described. Other reviewers gave me a good idea of what to expect. I like Buck knives and this is one is a beauty. If you really like the 6 inch blade knives and the 119 feels too tiny, the 124 might be for you.
Verbose version - The reviews are right; the handle is big, bulky, and square-ish which limits the versatility of this knife. The whole thing is huge, more like a small sword than a knife. It's almost the same style as the 119 but the bulky handle and broader blade make it seem like something else entirely after you use it for a while. I used this thing on a few family camping trips and if I'm being honest, it was never truly "necessary" although it was a joy to use when I did find an excuse (making fires, chopping food, etc). It's big and rowdy, it can do anything (I haven't cleaned any animals with it but I doubt I will; even though it could likely do it, I'd prefer something smaller). I'm a normal sized guy, 5'8 with normal hands and at times I feel like I'm holding Andre the Giant's knife. I made some feather sticks and what not and got some fires going with it, but after very little light work the large handle became tiresome to me. If I was a huge guy looking for a blade my size, this would be it because it's great looking and of really great quality. I'm not, so I think that this will just be something I bust out once in a while for heavier tasks, like a buddy for my hatchet.
Having griped about it, I gotta say that it is a pretty impressive knife to the casual observer and knife nerd alike. It is what it says it is; it is the 119's bigger beefier brother with the handle to prove it. I've largely been impressed with Buck and this is no exception. When my friends have seen this thing they've all freaked out; it's legitimately awesome.
One other thing, the grind isn't totally uniform but I don't think it's really noticeable to the average person and I can probably fix it with my belt sander so I'm not docking a star, just noting that the fit/finish isn't 100% even if it's darn close. The grind issue is the only technical issue i have with the knife, otherwise it's exactly what I expected and it's great.
| Recommended Uses For Product | Bushcrafting |
|---|---|
| Brand | Buck Knives |
| Model Name | Buck Knives Frontiersman |
| Special Feature | Rust Resistant |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Included Components | Normal Straight |
| Handle Material | Micarta |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Style | American |
| Blade Length | 6.25 Inches |
| Power Source | AC/DC |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 13.3 Ounces |
| Blade Shape | Straight Back Bowie |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Is Cordless? | Yes |
| Item Length | 11.75 Inches |
| Manufacturer | Buck Knives |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.5 x 3.7 x 3.7 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.85 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Brand Name | Buck Knives |
| Warranty Description | FOREVER WARRANTY |
| Material | Leather, Steel |
| Suggested Users | mens |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 0124BKSLE-B |
| Model Year | 2017 |
