According to his books he had three favorite knives. Kabars becker series are designed by ethan becker, who is an avid outdoorsman with a slew of successful, and innovative outdoor knife designs under his belt. Models include, brute, campanion, tactool, patrol machete, utility and bowie. Look for a new, revised edition of joy with 600 new recipes coming in november 2019. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. A huge thank you to everyone for the support and encouragement. In spite of this, there are many who have taken up building knives as a hobby or even profession. A survival knife is the most important piece of gear in any outdoorsmans backpack, hunting gear or fishing tackle.
I purchased a kabar becker 7 utilitycombat knife very fine knife too, as the sheath had a place for the extra blade, for detail blade work, i wanted to get the best knife to complete the setup, this small but very helpful remora blade from becker usa made too is the one that used to be included with all of the becker large utility. The founder of becker knife and tool, ethan becker was a chef before he founded this company. Post your becker knives pics here survival knife, cool. Late in the summer of 2016 i sat down with one of the more successful knife designers. We use cookies to offer you a better website browsing experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze our site traffic. Well list down the pros and cons of this bad boy later on. Kabar aka kabar or k bar offers more than 100 highquality knives tactical and utility including knives for hunting, sporting, and military. It seems hard for a lot of companies to make a knife that has both a good design, and good materials at a budget price point. Schrade old timer 1ot small lockback, delrin handle.
Also, when people think of survival knives, they typically seem to mean a 46in bladed knife. The blade of this becker knife has a non reflective black coating. Becker magnum camp knife, bkt5 the illustrated becker knife is the becker magnum camp knife, that features an 8 trailing point fixed blade made of 1095 crovan carbon steel. Overall, i think the kabar becker bk2 campanion is an excellent knife. Even though the handle looks uncomfortable, it feels great in your hands even after hours of use. This product may contain chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. See a knife you really want, but cant shell out the cash all at once. Top picks by an expert 0 september 17, 2019 top 16 best japanese knives 2020. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Another favorite knife this is a rare becker combat utility knife bk71 has a seven inch long clip point blade which is. The becker bk2 campanion and bk16 drop point blades. Becker knife and tool is a highly respected name in the knife industry. Whether a knife is a utilitarian tool to be used, maintained and respected.
The knife is one of mankinds oldest tools and companions. Schrade schf38 frontier full tang drop point fixed blade knife with ferro rod and sharpening stone. Kabar bk2 becker campanion this beast of a knife youre looking at right now is the kabar bk2 fixed blade knife. Now, becker knives are back thanks to the support of kabar, which currently manufactures becker. Ethan becker knives ethan designs knives geared toward serious outdoorsmen and tactical professionals. Lets show our support by posting the pics of the knives weve come.
One of the most wellknown becker tools is the tac machax. Unfortunately, after a few successful years of creating these amazing knives, becker decided to call it quits. The tdi law enforcement knives can be clipped on to the belt inside the sheath and concealed easily. Now known as the kabar becker line, these heavy duty, fulltang fixed blade knives are built for hard use. Each of these knives has been rigorously tested in the outdoors, to create some of the most coveted survival knives available today. This project has been the culmination of a lifelong passion for knives and the outdoors. I was very happy to find that kabar is producing the becker designs again.
Knives are a major gateway drug for many a young maker. Best chopper style survival knife in test the bk9 won this test, and while its far from conclusive, is the best of these three albeit the largest and most cumbersome to carry. I like this knife so much i recently bought a second one for a back up. Chief designer and founder ethan becker, an avid outdoorsman since his youth, spent 25 years searching for the ideal big knife design and finally combined his two favorites, the kukri and a wwii survival bolo, to make the machax. The becker knives line was introduced to the general public by camillus, and is now frequently found among many outdoor enthusiasts, sportsman and the military. Ive already got a bk16 that i stripped and fitted with tkc g10 grips and convexed the edge. A synthesis of becker s trademark ergonomic handle design and a traditionally profiled american bowie style blade, the combat bowie has proven to perform well during extended periods of use with less user fatigue than most other knives in its class. Ethan becker the chief designer and avid outdoorsman since his childhood, spent 25 years searching for the ideal big knife design, and he found them in the becker collection. It is also essential for every survival kit and bugout bag. The best survival knives have a comfortable, slipfree grip, and the ability to handle whatever cutting or.
The kabar bk2 or as some like to call it the becker campanion is probably the most indestructible knife i have had the pleasure of holding in my hands. So while its not a dealbreaker, i would prefer something much more along the design of the becker bk14 knife. Kabar is the contemporary popular name for the combat knife first adopted by the united. Being a true fan of the becker bk2 for years ive been waiting patiently for this knife to be released. Schrade old timer 34ot middleman 3 blade plain edge pocket knife. The kabar bk7 becker is the jack of all trade of survival knives due to its size and weight makes it a good middle ground between carrying a knife and an axe. Designed by ethan becker and made in new york, ka bar becker bk2 is one of the most purchased knives for camping chores. With a hard shell black nylon sheath handle and, with a 1095 crovan steel blade, this heavy duty knife is about 18 x 5 x 5 inches and, approximately weighs 1 pound. Curved handles made of durable zytel ensure that the grip remains steady.
Schrade schkm1 large full tang kukri machete w safetgrip handle, sheath. Reviews and buying guide 0 july 31, 2019 the world famous shun ken onion knives 0 july 31, 2019 what are stiletto knives and. Designed specifically for soldiers and adventures who need a sturdy yet lightweight combat knife, the kabar becker bk7 allpurpose utility knife is built to stand up to hard use. In the 80s, he partnered with blackjack knives to produce his designs. Shop kabar becker outdoor knife available in black.
Kabar becker vz g10 grip set 1 set grips for the fullsize becker knives. Its flat for the thumb ramp, so then i can get my thumb where i need to and its more comfortable whereas with the becker bk7 knife, you got. The knife blade is made of 1095 crovan steel, an easytosharpen carbon steel that keeps its edge well. There is something about using a knife that you built with your own hands that is special and satisfying.
The company is best known for their usmc kabar, an iconic fixed. Fortunately, when i lent hours reading up on survival knives ka bar references jumped out at me quite a lot. All of the becker knives are very robust, which i feel like most people associate with survival knives. This is the becker bk16 short drop point, aka the tweener. Reviewed in the united kingdom on 12 december 2016. A big thanks goes out to tomars kabar knives, i found them on kabars website as a authorized dealer, then found them on amazon, then i found there on website and bought them that way to provide more business to the main street business instead of wall street business. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Becker knives becker knives has been at the forefront of hard use survival knives and tools since 1980. Becker knife and tool offers a variety of sturdy, full tang construction fixed blade knives for use in the field, hunting, camping, combat, etc. That said, there are some models that are much more robust than others. After all, this could help the next customer have detailed information on the brand all in one place. Choose from bowie knives, becker knives, ek commando, folders, fixed knives and more. Kabar collectible fixed blade knives for sale ebay. Becker knives are known for being excellent knives, so much so that fans of the line will sometimes call them selves becker heads.
An avid outdoorsman who enjoys martial arts and hunting, becker founded becker knife and tool corporation in the early 1980s to design the industrialstrength. Becker knives are prized by outdoorsmen and hunters for their classic, thoughtful designs and rocksolid construction. The company has a long and storied history, and is owned by cutco corporation today. Becker knife and tool was originally founded in 1986 by outdoor survival enthusiast ethan becker. The handle which fits perfectly into your hand is made of a composite material called grivory. I know we all look forward to learing a lot from him. Buy becker series from the original and largest online catalog of cutlery. Other variants of the tdi series include boot knives and the multipurpose becker tac tool. Full tang heavy duty field knife suited for camping chores. Ethan designs knives geared toward serious outdoorsmen and tactical professionals. Kabar becker bk2 campanion fixed blade knife, fixedblade. This is an alisted knife retailer providing a wide array of branded knives and accessories.
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