The Becker Necker is one of those rare things for knife collectors: a great blade at a cheap price. Although marketed as a neck knife, the BK11 actually feels more suited as a small belt knife for general use. In fact when comparing the knife to more popular competitors like the Rat Cutlery RC-3, the BK11 is able to hold its own while still maintaining a reasonable price point. With a few small changes to the knife and its included accessories, I feel the Becker Necker would become a hit for affordable outdoor use knives. The Becker Necker features: - Full flat ground drop point blade design - 1095 Cro-Van Steel with Epoxy Coating - Overall length 6.75 inches (17.15 cm) - Blade length 3.25 inches (8.26 cm) - Weight: 2.4 ounces (68.04g) - HRC: 56-58 - SHARP out of the Box - Integrated bottle opener and wire breaker on butt of handle - Included: Glass-filled Nylon Sheath with lash point for paracord and is compatible with the Kabar TDI Belt Clip (sold separately approx -15) - Included: 7 feet (2.13 meters) of black 550 paracord - Retail: .69, available at Amazon.com for with free shipping Things I would change: - Should offer the package with the TDI belt clip included to save overall cost - Should offer (cheap) handle scales for the knife for better grip - Eliminate the middle hump on the handle to make the knife more ergonomic - Loosen the retention on the sheath just a little bit
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Sunday, March 3, 2013
Ka-Bar BK11 Becker Necker Knife Review (Part 2of2)
Ka-Bar BK11 Becker Necker Knife Review (Part 2of2) Tube. Duration : 3.00 Mins.
The Becker Necker is one of those rare things for knife collectors: a great blade at a cheap price. Although marketed as a neck knife, the BK11 actually feels more suited as a small belt knife for general use. In fact when comparing the knife to more popular competitors like the Rat Cutlery RC-3, the BK11 is able to hold its own while still maintaining a reasonable price point. With a few small changes to the knife and its included accessories, I feel the Becker Necker would become a hit for affordable outdoor use knives. The Becker Necker features: - Full flat ground drop point blade design - 1095 Cro-Van Steel with Epoxy Coating - Overall length 6.75 inches (17.15 cm) - Blade length 3.25 inches (8.26 cm) - Weight: 2.4 ounces (68.04g) - HRC: 56-58 - SHARP out of the Box - Integrated bottle opener and wire breaker on butt of handle - Included: Glass-filled Nylon Sheath with lash point for paracord and is compatible with the Kabar TDI Belt Clip (sold separately approx -15) - Included: 7 feet (2.13 meters) of black 550 paracord - Retail: .69, available at Amazon.com for with free shipping Things I would change: - Should offer the package with the TDI belt clip included to save overall cost - Should offer (cheap) handle scales for the knife for better grip - Eliminate the middle hump on the handle to make the knife more ergonomic - Loosen the retention on the sheath just a little bit
The Becker Necker is one of those rare things for knife collectors: a great blade at a cheap price. Although marketed as a neck knife, the BK11 actually feels more suited as a small belt knife for general use. In fact when comparing the knife to more popular competitors like the Rat Cutlery RC-3, the BK11 is able to hold its own while still maintaining a reasonable price point. With a few small changes to the knife and its included accessories, I feel the Becker Necker would become a hit for affordable outdoor use knives. The Becker Necker features: - Full flat ground drop point blade design - 1095 Cro-Van Steel with Epoxy Coating - Overall length 6.75 inches (17.15 cm) - Blade length 3.25 inches (8.26 cm) - Weight: 2.4 ounces (68.04g) - HRC: 56-58 - SHARP out of the Box - Integrated bottle opener and wire breaker on butt of handle - Included: Glass-filled Nylon Sheath with lash point for paracord and is compatible with the Kabar TDI Belt Clip (sold separately approx -15) - Included: 7 feet (2.13 meters) of black 550 paracord - Retail: .69, available at Amazon.com for with free shipping Things I would change: - Should offer the package with the TDI belt clip included to save overall cost - Should offer (cheap) handle scales for the knife for better grip - Eliminate the middle hump on the handle to make the knife more ergonomic - Loosen the retention on the sheath just a little bit
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
My Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Project
My Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Project Video Clips. Duration : 3.08 Mins.
Playing around with my new knife I got for Christmas 2011. Thank you Sarah! :) This was my first 'kit'. I've fallen way down the rabbit hole since I made this video almost a year ago and the BK2 is back to it's old self. The nylon tool sheath is in my glovebox now.
Playing around with my new knife I got for Christmas 2011. Thank you Sarah! :) This was my first 'kit'. I've fallen way down the rabbit hole since I made this video almost a year ago and the BK2 is back to it's old self. The nylon tool sheath is in my glovebox now.
Friday, February 8, 2013
KA-BAR BECKER NECKER (BK-11) Initial Review
KA-BAR BECKER NECKER (BK-11) Initial Review Tube. Duration : 2.52 Mins.
I wanted to add a neck knife to my collection and this model was recommended as a good starter. When you get the knife, you also get the case and a bit of 550 paracord. Modding this kit is extensive, you can do a lot to make this a mini EDC. It's smaller than I expected, but it is a heavy knife. It's a thick piece of metal. Another feature is the bottle opener and wire snapper. The bottle opener works well but make sur you have the knife in a case before you start holding the blade. I haven't used this knife to its full potential yet, I've haven't been in situations where I used it enough. Let me know what you think of this knife. www.kabar.com The Becker Necker is the quintessential neck knife. Updated with 1095 CroVan steel, a redesigned sheath, and marked with the new BK&T KA-BAR stamps, the Necker is the same quality performer it has always been...only better. Black plastic injection molded glass-filled nylon sheath and 550 cord included. Also note that the revised sheath for the Necker was designed to work with the TDI Metal Belt Clip, #1480CLIP. This allows for easy on and off mounting to a belt, in a boot, or on a tactical vest. Made in the USA Weight 0.20 lb. Steel 1095 Cro-Van Blade Type Fixed Blade Lock Style N/A Measurements Blade length 3-1/4"; Overall length 6-3/4" Grind Flat Edge Angles 15 Degrees Handle Material Skeleton Shape Drop Point HRC 56-58 Stamp KA-BAR Becker Butt Cap/Guard N/A Pocket Clip N Made in USA NSN N/A Blade Thickness 0.165 ...
I wanted to add a neck knife to my collection and this model was recommended as a good starter. When you get the knife, you also get the case and a bit of 550 paracord. Modding this kit is extensive, you can do a lot to make this a mini EDC. It's smaller than I expected, but it is a heavy knife. It's a thick piece of metal. Another feature is the bottle opener and wire snapper. The bottle opener works well but make sur you have the knife in a case before you start holding the blade. I haven't used this knife to its full potential yet, I've haven't been in situations where I used it enough. Let me know what you think of this knife. www.kabar.com The Becker Necker is the quintessential neck knife. Updated with 1095 CroVan steel, a redesigned sheath, and marked with the new BK&T KA-BAR stamps, the Necker is the same quality performer it has always been...only better. Black plastic injection molded glass-filled nylon sheath and 550 cord included. Also note that the revised sheath for the Necker was designed to work with the TDI Metal Belt Clip, #1480CLIP. This allows for easy on and off mounting to a belt, in a boot, or on a tactical vest. Made in the USA Weight 0.20 lb. Steel 1095 Cro-Van Blade Type Fixed Blade Lock Style N/A Measurements Blade length 3-1/4"; Overall length 6-3/4" Grind Flat Edge Angles 15 Degrees Handle Material Skeleton Shape Drop Point HRC 56-58 Stamp KA-BAR Becker Butt Cap/Guard N/A Pocket Clip N Made in USA NSN N/A Blade Thickness 0.165 ...