If you’re in the market for a new knife, one of the first names you’ll come across is Buck. The American brand’s 110 years of craftsmanship experience along with their Forever Guarantee makes them one of the most trusted and well-loved brands in the knife market.

If you’ve made your way to this article, we’re betting you’re after a new folding knife. Well, you’re in the right place as we’re here to put two of Buck’s most popular folding knives to the test – The 501 ‘Squire‘ and the 503 ‘Prince‘.

We’ll take you through the specs, price, and comparisons of both models to help you answer the big question: “which knife is better for me, the Buck 501, or the Buck 503?”

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Buck is a much-loved American brand that creates some of the best outdoor accessories on the market. Whatever your needs are, Buck are sure to have the perfect knife for you.

If you’re reading this article, I’d imagine you’re already quite familiar with Buck, and all that’s left to do is decide between the 119 Special, and the 124 Frontiersman.

This article aims to help you understand the differences, and choose which one suits you best.

I’ll take you through the specs, price, and real user reviews of each model to help you answer the big question: “which knife is better for me, the 124 or the 119?” (and, whether the Frontiersman is worth the extra $).

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I’m a big fan of Buck Knives, so if you’re choosing between the 301 Stockman and the 303 Cadet, I can help you out.

These knives share many similarities, and to the untrained eye they might look like twins. But they aren’t 100% identical – in this article, I’ll pull apart the subtle differences so you’re able to choose the knife that’s right for you.

This review will take you through the key comparisons, side-by-side specs, and real user feedback of each model to help you decide whether it’ll be the 301 or the 303 that gets added to your basket!

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ESSE and one of the most popular and trusted knife brands in the world. Founded by Jeff Randall and Mike Perrin in the late 90’s, the pair were tired of poor quality tools, so set up on their own brand to create high quality outdoor essentials at a bargain price.

Whilst they manufacture a lot of different products, it’s their knives they are known for. They have a really wide range, covering fixed and foldable knives, knives that are perfect for surivial or tactical situation alonsgside a great range of everyday carry knives – and thats where we’re focused today!

Getting it right with an EDC can be tricky, but two of the best models available anywhere, let alone just from ESEE, and the ESEE-3 and the ESEE Izula-II. Knife fans loves both for their mix of slim profile and supreme cutting power with many advocators for each knife believing one is the best.

So that’s what we’re going to try and answer once and for all – which is better, the ESEE-3 or the ESEE Izula-II?

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