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product_id: 66875465
title: "Buck Knives 684 Small BuckLite Max II Hunting Knife, 2.8 oz"
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price: "R1292"
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# 3.25" 420HC drop point blade Dynaflex rubber grip, non-slip control Full tang for ultimate strength Buck Knives 684 Small BuckLite Max II Hunting Knife, 2.8 oz

**Brand:** buck knives
**Price:** R1292
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Cut sharper, last longer — the BuckLite Max II is your ultimate outdoor edge.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Buck Knives 684 Small BuckLite Max II Hunting Knife, 2.8 oz by buck knives
- **How much does it cost?** R1292 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/66875465-buck-knives-684-small-bucklite-max-ii-hunting-knife-2)

## Best For

- buck knives enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted buck knives brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Full tang construction ensures unmatched durability and balance for all your outdoor adventures.
- • **Ready for Anything:** Compact 7.5" size with lightweight design and included polyester sheath makes it your perfect everyday carry or hunting companion.
- • **Lifetime Confidence:** Backed by Buck’s legendary forever warranty, handcrafted in the USA since 1902—join the elite circle of hunters who trust Buck.
- • **Grip That Won't Quit:** Ergonomic Dynaflex rubber handle with finger grooves and jimping delivers secure, confident handling—even in wet conditions.
- • **Razor-Sharp Precision:** 58HRC heat-treated 420HC steel blade holds edge longer and sharpens easily for on-the-go performance.

## Overview

The Buck Knives 684 Small BuckLite Max II is a lightweight, 7.5-inch fixed blade hunting knife featuring a 3.25-inch 420HC stainless steel drop point blade with superior edge retention (58HRC) and corrosion resistance. Its full tang construction and Dynaflex rubber handle provide exceptional strength, balance, and a secure grip in all conditions. Designed for hunting, camping, and everyday outdoor use, it includes a polyester sheath and is backed by Buck’s lifetime warranty, proudly made in the USA.

## Description

The BuckLite max are heavy-duty, ergonomic hunting knives, crafted in post falls, Idaho at Buck's facility. These knives are designed with a full tang blade for strength and a textured rubber handle for a secure grip. With two sizes and a choice of a standard drop point blade or a gut hook blade, there is a knife for every type of Hunter.

Review: Grade A! Excellent first or only knife! - This review is for the larger BuckLite Max but a glitch in the desertcart app won't let me leave separate reviews. No worries though, the knives are identical except for the size. I'm an enthusiastic collector of knives having bought or traded for hundreds of them since I received my first knife, a Buck pocket knife, 55 years ago. I like Buck knives, they are typically well made and a good value. Buck also provides you with quite a few models to choose from. Just FYI...Buck does supply many models of knives but they are not all USA made. If a Buck is USA made it will say so on the blade. This knife, the BuckLite Max is one of the cheaper Buck knives but also one of my favorites. Why? I love the handle. Being able to hold your knife securely, even with wet or greasy hands is a must. The shape and texture of this handle along with the blade jimping makes for a very secure grip. The blade shape on this knife is excellent. It has proven useful for many tasks. The alloy used is 420HC. This alloy is not the latest "super steel" but is widely used in tools etc. for a reason. If you look it up on line you'll find 420HC is tougher than the super steels. There are only two stainless steels that are its match in toughness, AEB-L and 14C28N. There is a gentleman at Buck who found a way to consistently get the max hardness out of 420HC, 58HRC. This provides superior edge retention over other manufacturers using 420HC. 420HC has two more claims to fame, its outstanding corrosion resistance and best of all its ease of sharpening. If you're new to knife ownership or are very busy this knife is a great choice. You can get it satisfyingly razor sharp quite easily. Another FYI: The tempering expert at Buck lent his expertise to Gerber as well so their USA made 420HC knives are an excellent value as well. As expected during testing this knife showed no chipping, or rolling on the edge, only some minor dulling when cutting on aluminum, copper, and bronze bar stock. The dulling was easily sharpened out after testing. 58HRC was found during hardness testing as expected. The blade is a bit thin at 2.8 mm but with this tough steel you'd have to do something pretty nuts to bend or break this blade. I am not a fan of nylon sheaths but Buck does a great job on this one. It is completely lined in tough plastic and it is only as big as it needs to be and the knife is held snuggly. Although there is nothing wrong with the nylon sheath I'm old school and really prefer a leather sheath. I've attached pictures and the desertcart links to the sheaths are provided below. https://a.co/d/07ICVxm3 https://a.co/d/0aY20Ydn https://a.co/d/0bFJpsDc Just for fun I decided to give this knife a mirror finish, here is the polish I found to work excellent for metal: https://a.co/d/05qAWHAN So what do you want a knife for? Do you just want something that will work faithfully for you, be safe, and not require much time to sharpen? Plus this knife is proudly USA made and inexpensive! That Buck knife I got 55 years ago...it has lived a rough life but I still use it! Grumpy old guy seal of approval!! More FYI... Great reference when researching alloys: Knife steel nerds, Knife Steels Rated by a Metallurgist – Toughness, Edge Retention, and Corrosion Resistance Excellent list of USA made knives: The Ultimate Guide to American Made Knives & Knife Companies If you search in desertcart with the manufacturer name, you'll find quite a few of these knives on desertcart. My personal favorite from the list is Hogue. I bought my favorite Hogue on desertcart.
Review: Very nice sheath and grip - The build quality is nice, I especially like the rubberized grip and the sheath. The rubberized grip is also very comfortable for your hand, and It’s very easy to get the knife in and out of the sheath, but at the same time it could be strapped securely. The balance is also very nice. It can be used as an EDC knife since it’s blade is about 3.5 inches. It’s functional as an EDC knife, and camping knife. I’ve had one of these knives before, and the edge will probably hold its sharpness. High quality metal. Great knife. Update: This is an extremely sharp blade fresh out the box. My sister bought some sort of wig at a store and asked me if I had a pair of scissors so I could cut the hair in half because she wanted to wear shorter hair. I jokingly decided to use my knife just to see if I could. This knife cut the whole wig in half. THIS KNIFE IS SO SHARP I USED IT TO CUT HAIR! Cons: The sheath isn't tight. I was in the woods the other day tracking a deer, this thing fell right out of the sheath, right out of my pocket, and I lost it in the woods. It fell out since I unbuttoned the strap. Luckily I found it again, but I'm not impressed with the sheath tightness. However, if you already bought this knife or already set your heart on buying this knife don't worry, I found out you could easily make the sheath tighter by adding a big binder clip onto the sheath. I am very satisfied with how sharp this knife is. Its well balanced, extremely sharp, the grip is amazing, I love the whole knife, however the sheath isn't that good unfortunately.

## Features

- High-Quality Sharp Blade: The 3-1/4" 420HC stainless steel drop point blade is put through a rigorous heat treat process and quality performance test to ensure excellent hunting knife strength, edge retention, and corrosion resistance
- Solid Build, Modern Design: Full tang construction delivers dependable strength and balance, with a versatile blade designed for reliable performance from field dressing to camping, fishing, hiking, and general outdoor use
- Comfortable Grip and Balance: The Dynaflex rubber textured handle with integrated finger grooves and top jimping provides a secure, non-slip grip. It’s great even in wet conditions, delivering comfort and precise control for the outdoors
- Convenient Carry: Includes an imported polyester sheath and a lanyard hole. The outdoor knife measures 7-1/2" and the razor sharp blade is great for detail work, piercing, and slicing for hunting and more
- Forever Warranty: Since 1902, Buck Knives has offered a lifetime warranty on our knives because we believe in the integrity and quality of our products. This survival knife is proudly handcrafted in the USA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078VCCB9J |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #65,006 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #134 in Camping Fixed-Blade Knives |
| Blade Edge | Flat |
| Blade Length | 3.25 inches |
| Blade Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Blade Type | Drop Point |
| Brand | Buck Knives |
| Brand Name | Buck Knives |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 654 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00033753143724 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Dynaflex Rubber |
| Included Components | Knife, Sheath, Warranty Paperwork |
| Item Length | 7.5 inches |
| Item Shape | linear |
| Item Type Name | Buck Knives 684 Bucklite Max II Small Fixed Blade Knife with 3-1/4" 420HC Stainless Steel Drop Point Blade, Dynaflex Rubber Handle, Polyester Sheath, Black |
| Item Weight | 2.88 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Buck Knives |
| Model Name | 0684BKS BuckLite MAX II Small |
| Model Number | 0684BKS |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 0684BKS |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Set Name | Drop Point |
| Size | 3.3" |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Special Features | Lightweight |
| Style | Drop Point |
| UPC | 033753143724 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** High Carbon Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Buck Knives
- **Color:** Black
- **Handle Material:** Dynaflex Rubber
- **Included Components:** Knife, Sheath, Warranty Paperwork
- **Model Name:** 0684BKS BuckLite MAX II Small
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Hunting
- **Special Feature:** Lightweight
- **Style:** Drop Point

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Grade A! Excellent first or only knife!
*by G***Y on July 20, 2026*

This review is for the larger BuckLite Max but a glitch in the Amazon app won't let me leave separate reviews. No worries though, the knives are identical except for the size. I'm an enthusiastic collector of knives having bought or traded for hundreds of them since I received my first knife, a Buck pocket knife, 55 years ago. I like Buck knives, they are typically well made and a good value. Buck also provides you with quite a few models to choose from. Just FYI...Buck does supply many models of knives but they are not all USA made. If a Buck is USA made it will say so on the blade. This knife, the BuckLite Max is one of the cheaper Buck knives but also one of my favorites. Why? I love the handle. Being able to hold your knife securely, even with wet or greasy hands is a must. The shape and texture of this handle along with the blade jimping makes for a very secure grip. The blade shape on this knife is excellent. It has proven useful for many tasks. The alloy used is 420HC. This alloy is not the latest "super steel" but is widely used in tools etc. for a reason. If you look it up on line you'll find 420HC is tougher than the super steels. There are only two stainless steels that are its match in toughness, AEB-L and 14C28N. There is a gentleman at Buck who found a way to consistently get the max hardness out of 420HC, 58HRC. This provides superior edge retention over other manufacturers using 420HC. 420HC has two more claims to fame, its outstanding corrosion resistance and best of all its ease of sharpening. If you're new to knife ownership or are very busy this knife is a great choice. You can get it satisfyingly razor sharp quite easily. Another FYI: The tempering expert at Buck lent his expertise to Gerber as well so their USA made 420HC knives are an excellent value as well. As expected during testing this knife showed no chipping, or rolling on the edge, only some minor dulling when cutting on aluminum, copper, and bronze bar stock. The dulling was easily sharpened out after testing. 58HRC was found during hardness testing as expected. The blade is a bit thin at 2.8 mm but with this tough steel you'd have to do something pretty nuts to bend or break this blade. I am not a fan of nylon sheaths but Buck does a great job on this one. It is completely lined in tough plastic and it is only as big as it needs to be and the knife is held snuggly. Although there is nothing wrong with the nylon sheath I'm old school and really prefer a leather sheath. I've attached pictures and the Amazon links to the sheaths are provided below. https://a.co/d/07ICVxm3 https://a.co/d/0aY20Ydn https://a.co/d/0bFJpsDc Just for fun I decided to give this knife a mirror finish, here is the polish I found to work excellent for metal: https://a.co/d/05qAWHAN So what do you want a knife for? Do you just want something that will work faithfully for you, be safe, and not require much time to sharpen? Plus this knife is proudly USA made and inexpensive! That Buck knife I got 55 years ago...it has lived a rough life but I still use it! Grumpy old guy seal of approval!! More FYI... Great reference when researching alloys: Knife steel nerds, Knife Steels Rated by a Metallurgist – Toughness, Edge Retention, and Corrosion Resistance Excellent list of USA made knives: The Ultimate Guide to American Made Knives & Knife Companies If you search in Amazon with the manufacturer name, you'll find quite a few of these knives on Amazon. My personal favorite from the list is Hogue. I bought my favorite Hogue on Amazon.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nice sheath and grip
*by J***S on November 28, 2024*

The build quality is nice, I especially like the rubberized grip and the sheath. The rubberized grip is also very comfortable for your hand, and It’s very easy to get the knife in and out of the sheath, but at the same time it could be strapped securely. The balance is also very nice. It can be used as an EDC knife since it’s blade is about 3.5 inches. It’s functional as an EDC knife, and camping knife. I’ve had one of these knives before, and the edge will probably hold its sharpness. High quality metal. Great knife. Update: This is an extremely sharp blade fresh out the box. My sister bought some sort of wig at a store and asked me if I had a pair of scissors so I could cut the hair in half because she wanted to wear shorter hair. I jokingly decided to use my knife just to see if I could. This knife cut the whole wig in half. THIS KNIFE IS SO SHARP I USED IT TO CUT HAIR! Cons: The sheath isn't tight. I was in the woods the other day tracking a deer, this thing fell right out of the sheath, right out of my pocket, and I lost it in the woods. It fell out since I unbuttoned the strap. Luckily I found it again, but I'm not impressed with the sheath tightness. However, if you already bought this knife or already set your heart on buying this knife don't worry, I found out you could easily make the sheath tighter by adding a big binder clip onto the sheath. I am very satisfied with how sharp this knife is. Its well balanced, extremely sharp, the grip is amazing, I love the whole knife, however the sheath isn't that good unfortunately.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buck fixed blade
*by A***L on July 2, 2026*

Great knife. Super sharp. Great price USA made.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-28*