Buck 0385BWS-B Knife
- Knife
- High Carbon Stainless Steel
- 0.8 ounces
- 3.5 inches
- Better rated than 57%
A burlwood handled folder with a high carbon stainless blade, solidly rated, though the listing's two length figures aren't clearly labeled.
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How it ranks among the 246 knifes we track
4.7★ across 1,509 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,509 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 246 knifes we track - how the scorecard works · full knifes data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Burlwood scales and a 3.5 inch high carbon stainless blade set the Buck 0385BWS-B apart, a folding knife rated 4.7 stars across more than 1,500 reviews with about 200 units bought in the past month.
High carbon stainless steel is chosen to balance edge retention with resistance to corrosion, a common tradeoff for a working folder. The listing carries two length-like figures, 3.5 inches and 2.3 inches, without labeling which is blade length and which is closed length, so buyers who need exact dimensions should check the product photos.
- 3.5 inch high carbon stainless blade
- Burlwood handle
- 4.7 star rating
- About 200 bought in past month
Who it's for
Buyers who want a folding pocket knife with a high carbon stainless blade and a burlwood handle for everyday carry. Less suited to anyone who needs an exact confirmed blade length before ordering.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High carbon stainless blade balances edge and rust resistance
- Burlwood handle scales for grip
- Solid 4.7 star rating
- Two length figures aren't clearly labeled
- Listed weight seems light for a folder
Performance notes
High carbon stainless steel gives this blade a working balance of edge retention and rust resistance, suited to a folder meant for regular use rather than display. The burlwood handle scales add grip texture over a smoother material, and at a listed weight of about 22.68 grams this sits on the lighter end for a folding knife, per the spec data provided.
Specifications
| Brand | Buck |
|---|---|
| Model | 0385BWS-B |
| Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Item Weight | 0.8 ounces |
| Length | 3.5 inches |
| Size | 2.3 inches |
| Handle | Burlwood |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in knifes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buck 0385BWS-B KnifeThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,509 | 4.3 / 5 |
| WORKPRO W013053AU KnifeWORKPRO | 4.8 / 5 | 9,700 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Victorinox 0.6223.G KnifeVictorinox | 4.8 / 5 | 9,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
| LEATHERMAN 831426 KnifeLEATHERMAN | 4.8 / 5 | 9,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Gerber 31-000345 KnifeGerber | 4.7 / 5 | 16,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Buck 0385BWS-B
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the Buck 0385BWS-B blade made of?
High carbon stainless steel.
What is the 0385BWS-B handle material?
Burlwood.
How long is the 0385BWS-B blade?
The listing gives two length-like figures, 3.5 inches and 2.3 inches, without labeling which is open blade length and which is closed length, so check the product photos to confirm.