Buck has reprised Al Buck's personal favorite model, redesigned for today's hunter, using today's material, but with the same exacting standards that has keep Buck knives at the forefront of the knife industry. The original Kalinga was retired from the Buck catalog in 1997. They have taken Al's original design from 1969 and added a modern steel and handle material. Notice the sweeping curves and wide body of the blade, features not normally seen in a hunting knife. The 420HC stainless steel blade at 58-60 Rc., is satin finished. Thermoplastic handles with Dynaflex rubber overmold for secure grip. The Kalinga Pro is available in two styles, a fixed blade and a folding hunter. Each style comes with a nylon sheath.
The upswept skinner blade measures 4-7/8". Overall length 10-1/8". Full tang. Weighs 9.9 oz. Includes a nylon sheath. Made in the U.S.A. Suggested Retail $84.00.
3-7/8" upswept skinner blade. Overall length 9-3/8". Weighs 7.7 oz. Thumb stud for easy one hand opening. Liner style lock. Includes a burgundy leather sheath. Made in the U.S.A. Suggested Retail $94.00.