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Buck Knives warranty for knives & multitools

75/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 1 of 25 brands
The short version

Buck Knives covers knives & multitools in full for life, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 25 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Buck Knives's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageWhole knifeLifetime
  • Partial coverageSheath1 year
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Normal wear and tear
  • Water damage
Good to know before you buy
  • No need to register; the warranty covers the life of the knife.
  • You pay to ship the knife to Buck in Idaho; Buck pays to send it back.
  • Taking the knife apart, rust and dishwasher damage are not covered.
  • Repairs can take 10 to 12 weeks.

How other brands compare for knives & multitools

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Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for knives & multitools.

  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
  3. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  4. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  5. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  6. Cabela'sMost items60 days
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  1. West MarineMost items60 days
  2. Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
  3. Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
  4. Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
  5. Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for knives & multitools where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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