Buck Knives, a legend in sports cutlery, is has announced the 040 Onset folder for everyday carry, noting that the knife will be available in August.
Further bolstering an exceptional 2021 product class, the introduction of this brand new mid-year 2021 entrant continues Buck’s commitment to best in class value and craftsmanship, the company said in a news release.
Buck is headquartered in Post Falls, Idaho.
Sporting a S45VN Bos heat treated flat grind blade, ultra-smooth ball bearing flipper, G10 top scale and removable belt clip, this framelock knife elevates the everyday carry game. Featuring a 3 3/8” drop point blade with an overall closed length of 4 7/8” and Rockwell hardness of 59-61, the Onset is “built for the rigors of daily use, offering superior edge retention and rock solid toughness,” the company said.
The 040 Onset was developed through Buck’s commitment to continually expand and enhance their EDC (everyday carry) lineup. Building on nearly 120 years of knife making expertise to develop and optimize products, the Onset is Buck’s newest EDC in an ever expanding class that bears the trusted Buck name.
“Buck’s legacy of crafting iconic products, some over a half century in continuous production, makes it easy to forget we have a state of the art facility in which we design, develop, and test our products,” said Chris Bourassa, Director of Marketing and Product Development. “The Onset is an exciting edition to our everyday carry class featuring a material and technical combination that’s tough to beat. Built, tested, and refined, every hand edged and hand sharpened 040 Onset is proudly made right here in Post Falls, Idaho.”
Backed by Buck’s uncompromising Forever Warranty, the Onset is made in the U.S. with an MSRP of $180.
