Fixed Blade knives are made of a solid piece of steel attached to a handle without any folding mechanism.1 This is the kind of knife you see in old time western movies.1 It holds up well in all kinds of weather.
It is ideal for field dressing, perhaps a moose, (Take note Governor Palin) and camping needs.1 The piece of steel runs the entire length of the knife.1 When it reaches the handle, the metal tapers and is covered on both sides with slabs made of different types of material.
Buck handles are attractive as well as durable.1 The wood used for Buck handles are beautifully grained natural woods and laminated dyed birch wood.1 Others materials used include, horn and antler, phenolic, plastics, aluminum, Kraton, G10, and titanium.
Popular models of Buck fixed blade knives include Alpha Hunter, Buck Zipper, Diamondback, Gen-5 Skinner, Kalingo Pro, Mini Alpha, Omni Hunter, Pathfinder, Silver Creek, Vanguard, and Woodsman.