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Does Buck Offer a Lifetime Warranty?.

Short answer

Buck offers what it calls the Forever Warranty: free repair, parts and labor included, for defects in materials or workmanship for the life of the knife, at no charge and regardless of the knife's age. If repair is impractical, Buck will replace the knife with the same or a comparable model.

What it covers

Defects in materials and workmanship, for the life of the knife rather than the life of an owner. Buck states the repair is free of charge including parts and labor, and it applies regardless of how old the knife is.

That "life of the knife" framing is unusually generous. Several other makers tie coverage to the original owner instead.

What it does not cover

Normal wear and misuse, as with every warranty in this category. Using a knife as a hammer, chisel or pry bar is misuse, and a broken tip from prying is not a materials defect.

Buck also runs a separate paid sharpening service. That is a service you buy, not part of the free warranty, and the two should not be confused.

Making a claim

Claims go to Buck rather than through us. See how to file a Buck warranty claim for the process.

Warranty terms are set by the manufacturer and can change. The maker's own warranty page, linked below, is the authority. We repeat what it says; we do not extend it, and a retailer cannot promise coverage a manufacturer has not offered.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Buck warranty transfer to a new owner?
Buck frames its coverage around the life of the knife rather than the original owner. Confirm with Buck for a specific case.
Is Buck sharpening free?
No. Buck's sharpening service is a separate paid service, not part of the warranty.
Does the warranty cover a broken tip?
Not if it resulted from prying or misuse. Materials and workmanship defects are what is covered.
  1. Buck Knives — Forever Warranty
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