There are a ton of new and exciting things happening with Buck this year, one of which is that Buck now has an in-house Cerakote lab complete with Robot Arms. Yes, we said it. Robot. Arms. Seriously, click the video up there. How cool is that? The Buck Cerakote Compadre series is the first of their new line of in-house coated knives and tools to hit the shelves.

The Buck 104 Cerakote Compadre Camp Knife features a full tang, 5160 spring steel blade with an integral guard. There’s jimping along the thumb ramp which allows you to change up your grip without sacrificing safety. It also has natural canvas Micarta handles and a lanyard hole. Finally, it comes with a black leather sheath with a belt loop attachment.

Buck Cerakote Compadre Camp Knife Details

  • 5160 Spring Steel, Cerakote Cobalt Coated
  • 4.5” Drop Point
  • Full Tang
  • Natural Canvas Micarta Handles
  • Leather Sheath with Belt Loop Attachment
  • 7.1 Ounces
  • 9.5” Overall
  • Made in the USA

When it comes to the 106 Cerakote Compadre Camp Axe, Buck tells us that “5160 steel and ergonomic handle design combine to create a chopping and game prep tool suitable for a wide array of outdoor activities… Designed for outdoor use, the Compadre axe is forward weighted to make the task of chopping easier.”

The natural canvas Micarta handles are as great looking as they are durable. It also received the Cerakote Cobalt treatment to increase resistance to both rust and corrosion.

Buck Cerakote Compadre Camp Axe Details

  • 5160 Spring Steel, Cerakote Cobalt Coated
  • 3” Cutting Edge
  • Full Tang
  • Natural Canvas Micarta Handles
  • Black Leather Sheath
  • 23.4 Ounces
  • 12.75” Overall
  • Made in the USA

At 23.4 ounces and with an overall length of 16.75”, the 108 Cerakote Compadre Froe is a big honkin’ knife. It’s somewhere between a traditional froe, a machete, and a big honkin’ knife. Buck tells us, “…the 9 1/2” blade is perfect for clearing, heavy chopping, splitting, and batoning. Weighing under 2 lbs. and with an overall length of 16 3/4”, the Compadre Froe is the right size for all outdoor tasks. The unique, Cerakote finish on the blade adds style while protecting against rust and corrosion.”

It, like the others in this series, also has 5160 spring steel and full tang construction. The natural canvas micarta handles are slightly offset to maximize the chopping potential.   Finally, it comes with a black leather sheath.

Buck 106 Cerakote Compadre Froe

  • 5160 Spring Steel, Cerakote Cobalt Coated
  • 9.5” Cleaver
  • Full Tang
  • Natural Canvas Micarta Handles
  • Black Leather Sheath
  • 23.4 Ounces
  • 16.75” Overall
  • Made in the USA

The Buck Cerakote Compadre series is great looking, quality built outdoor tool set. To get these tools, click any link in the article or simply click the button below.

All images courtesy of Smoky Mountain Knife Works – smkw.com.