Buck 112 Ranger® Knife with Leather Sheath

Last reviewed: 2026-04-17 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, daily CCW practitioner.

The Buck 112 Ranger folding knife traces its lineage to the legendary 110 Folding Hunter — scaled down to meet naval carry restrictions in the 1970s, it has remained a workhorse for hunters, sailors, and everyday carriers ever since. With a 3-inch 420HC clip blade and ebony handle scales, the 112 delivers the lockback security and edge retention Buck built its reputation on, all in a compact 4.25-inch closed length that rides comfortably in a pocket or on a belt. Each knife ships with an imported leather sheath and is backed by Buck’s forever warranty.

Blade Profile

The 112 Ranger’s clip-point blade is ground from Buck’s proprietary 420HC stainless steel — a high-carbon alloy that balances corrosion resistance with edge retention through Buck’s heat-treat process. At 0.120 inches thick and 3 inches long, the blade offers enough belly for skinning work and enough tip for detail cuts, while the polished satin finish resists rust in wet environments. Buck cuts each blade in Post Falls, Idaho, where every piece undergoes thermal cycling to achieve a Rockwell hardness of 58 HRC — hard enough to hold an edge through extended use, soft enough to sharpen in the field with a ceramic rod or whetstone.

The Numbers

Genuine ebony handle scales bring classic looks and a secure grip in wet conditions — each piece of wood shows unique grain patterns and natural color variation. The 112 weighs 5.6 ounces and closes to 4.25 inches, making it light enough for all-day pocket carry yet substantial enough for field dressing game or breaking down cardboard at the loading dock. Find more folding blades in our automatic knives collection.