Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Survival / Bushcraft Knife - REVIEW - Nearly Indestructible Tank of a Knife

[@davidbarclay3651]

The steel is not really a "downside". It holds an edge amazingly and is much easier to get razor sharp than stainless. I carry a small perfume sample to hold the oil. The amount of items that can be fit in the new nylon sheath makes this the ultimate all in one knife.

[@antoniobaugh6747]

very helpful comment sir as I'm very new to all of this!!!! again thank you

[@Wildwestwrangler]

I have the bk10

[@annawendland2319]

I know this is an old comment but you really dont need to worry about the oil so much. With regular use and occasional oiling (weeks or months in between) 1095 holds up really well unless you soak it in water for days.

[@hankhill3417]

The Chinese made sheath should be American made

[@QuantumPyrite_88.9]

perfume sample .

[@yoadrian3814]

Watching this I feel like if I call now, I'll get another BK2 free, and if I don't like it, I can send it back within 30 days!

[@jeddy_bravo]

😂Good point

[@monicajones8450]

I finally bought one a few days ago. I cannot wait to get it. I have looked at a ton of knives. This was my choice. Thank you for your review as it made my mind glad I picked this knife

[@i_am_ilj8455]

Hope it does you well, as I am also wanting to get one

[@Wildwestwrangler]

You should check out the bk10 also, still a tank but slices way better

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks! Happy to hear you like the review. Later ~ David

[@BudgetBugout]

I plan on getting one of this fellas in the near future!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Wow! Thank you for the kind feedback bro! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Very kind of you to say! Thank you! ~David

[@lolb4udie]

I just got this knife yesterday. It's marvelous and awesome!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the encouragement bro... Yes, they take quite some time to test gear, shoot and produce... but they are the way I always wished reviews were done... Glad you like them too... :) ~David

[@woezacardoza5659]

I love my KA-BAR BECKER BK2 COMPANION and my KA-BAR USMC

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

I can see why bro... I've started to carry mine in my day pack! I'm falling in love all over again... :) ~David

[@jocelyncooley7785]

You just showed all the knives I want at the end. It was so beautiful to see them side by side

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Glad you are back... we'll still have Gerber stuff but certainly not nearly as much as in the past... Times have changed... we have a TON of great stuff coming up. Stand by! ~David

[@arthurchenoweth7897]

I bought that knife at a gun show in 1990 or so. Dayton Ohio.The blade is painted D2. I paid $60.It has no marks branding, model.nor maker. Been in my rig for about 30 years.Awesome.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Ahhhh... These were our standard issue back in the Marine Corps.... didn't think much of them back them... just standard issue... just learn to use it and not think about anything else. Yes... I should get one in there and have a reunion! :) ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Glad you are happy!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks bro! He's a good man! Have a great day! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the kind words! The SOG jungle primitive looks interesting... I'll see if I can get one in here... remind me in a few weeks again too... We've been pretty busy... Thanks bro! ~David

[@mohawk14616]

have had mine for almost a year and love it. Have other knives but keep coming back to this one all the time. Great review David.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Glad you liked the review! ~David

[@Prometheus1111]

thanks for the kind comment! it's appreciated.

[@BLAM777]

I've tried to break mine several times. I've also tried to break the tip off by pounding it in a log a little ways and hitting the handle with a small log. The only thing I've done is scratch some of the black coating off the blade and there are some scuffs on the handle. That's it. Imo very durable knife.

[@pasta759]

Hello David, I have seen many reviews on the BK, but I find yours to be fabulous. Very informative and thinking for the user. Thank you for the effort you put into your videos. I can see you must put many hours of research and testing to come up with the information you provide, and the reward is a high quality, highly informational and unbiased video. Cheers. Great knife too.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Oh.... I think it's milk week seed pods and fluff... but I may be wrong... TONS of great stuff for tinder out in the woods right now!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Great comment and tip. Thanks! ~David

[@CrimsonRaven51]

I bought mine a couple of months ago. Taking it with me hunting next month. Did not like the sheath that came with it. Impossible to withdraw. Replaced it with a leather sheath that has attached a ferrocium rod and a pouch that held a sharpening stone that I replaced with some “Quick Fire.” Now it’s a great Survival as well as bushcraft Knife.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Not a good idea since the tang is exposed and it has handle slabs, not a molded handle. But even if it had a molded handle... because the pommel is attach to the blade steel it would not be particularly safe for this task. The Gerber LMF II ASEK is designed for this though... Check it out... Hope this helps. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Welcome Aboard!!! I'm glad you found us also!!! ~David

[@johnrowe4223]

I've been looking at this blade for some time - your review just convinced me. Off to order it now. Thanks...

[@ethandavidson5088]

you make the best videos you give us every detail and every pro and con thinks for the videos

[@SurvivalRussia]

It's a great knife but the coating had to go on my BK2 and BK11. It's IMO useless as i point out in my review of this knife. All sorts of particles and stuff get stuck in it and is hard to remove. Not good if you want to process food also. I carry and use it a lot and does not find it heavy. I carry it every day at the homestead. Regards, Lars

[@raidentrace8070]

Instablaster.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks... I hope to do more Ka-Bar reviews in the future. Take care bro! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Nice. Yes the finish does drag a bit... I may follow suit one day... Thanks! ~David

[@davidbarclay3651]

I ordered mine. Love it! The first knife in the final line up is a SCHF9, just for the record. You are my favorite youtuber. Great, professionally done reviews and survival videos.

[@Callsign_Kishin]

Hey David. This is crazy, but the very first time I ever got into knives, watching knife videos or asking my dad for a one when I was a senior in high school, your videos were the first ones I ever watched! It was actually the SOG force. Unfortunately, they don’t make it anymore, but I’m glad that your videos were the first ones I ever saw when getting into the knife game!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey Larry... Let common sense dictate... because of the Chromium... it does have some stain resistance... but I just wipe the blade with Mineral Oil and leave it... with use when it's not raining, I don't do anything... you can just treat it like any other knife... in time with a good bit of use the edge will form a natural petina (I think that's how you spell it)... from the acids and oils... this is a natural protective coating... of course when you sharpen the petina needs to rebuild.

[@bulgogi1212]

Holy smokes. Excellent review- man I did not expect the level of detail ( without useless filler ) plus the well shot and edited scenes

[@sirplexer]

Dude love the channel i just subscribed. i watched this video and your other on the Schrade Extreme Survival Knife. I went onto amazon and got the Ka-Bar Becker BK2. It will be here Thursday. Thanks for the review it really helped make up my mind on a camping survival knife.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good comment! Thanks! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Depends what you want bro! The BG knife is a good first knife with a package including some great survival essentials. If you want a knife you can't kill no matter what... the BK2 is a nice choice. You can go up from there... Buck Hoodlum or Hood Punk, ESSE 4,5,6, Many Tops Knives, Ontario SK5, CRKT stuff, Busse, Habilis... etc... We'll be getting into more and more mid and high end knives soon... Stand by...

[@saklovr8197]

Hello David you have some of the best reviews on youtube by far!!!!!!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Working on some Kershaw gear... won't be untill fall that I get around to Kershaw gear though. But hang in there... Thank man! ~David

[@MonolithMike]

Great review! This might just be my next “knife to replace all knives” acquisition!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Dude!!! This is an AWESOME Encouragement! Thank you so much!!! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good question. They all fill different needs and styles. That's why there are so many knife companies... everyone has their preference. I know this sounds like a "safe" answer, but I own them all and they are all good for particular situations. So, I do reviews, so you guys can have more info to select the ones that suit your needs and style. Hope this helps. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

My personal Habilis has not arrived yet... so I have NOT personally tested and used it. Seems our review / interview with Steven the owner at Habilis.... has kept Steven busy so he has not been able to get me my knife and sheath yet... Stand by... I hope to have mine soon... ~David

[@AdventureTeamOverland]

Used mine for years. Love it.

[@IrishKitty1024]

Gods, What I wouldn't do for the BK2! I have been looking for a good knife and KaBar is my dream knife! Being on a budget limits what one can afford though. So I live vicariously through you big guy! Keep up the great vids. I look forward to each and everyone of them!

[@SteveAubrey1762]

Make sure you put lock-tite on the hex screws in the handle and on the sheath. Everyone I have talked to that has one, and my own BK-2 lost a couple screws before realizing they were missing.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Worth it for sure.

[@rmaram0978]

In my humble opinion, it is a stab regardless of the steel, it is in line with what it was created for and the 1095 steel is perfect for heavy tasks. Mr. Becker knew what he was doing when he created this bk2 model, without a doubt very versatile, the price is somewhat high.

[@atps]

Thank you for providing not only imperial, but also metric units.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

I have some TOPS blades coming... Not sure what's in the order. But we should have some Tops reviews coming in the Fall and Winter... Stand by... ~David

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Good review. I have been trying to decide if it is for me. It does seen quite tough. Thanks for sharing.

[@justaguy5909]

Bought the Tahoma field knife and love it! Been looking to get one of the beckers for a while, I think the bk2 will be added to the collection

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hi Joel... do you mean Condor Knife and Tool? If so, I do have like 5 or 6 of there machetes and parangs here... TOUGH STUFF!!!

[@mikkirurk1]

*THIS IS THE MOST PROFESSIONAL VIDEO I`VE SEEN ON KZbin IN A LOOOOONG TIME*

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Indeed!

[@JayWandersOut]

Thanks for another great review. I saw a review that said the handle was too slick and it looks like it to me but he did replace it easily with a replacement. Due to its size, weight, and a handle I don't necessarily like it won't be my hiking knife but I may still get one for a home utility knife. Tempting.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

You are welcome Peter! We try to make it easy for everybody including our international subscribers. ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Welcome aboard! Hang on... it's gonna be a great ride! :) ~David

[@gabrielberard]

im happy for your new family menbers and great review as always!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes... I'm not going to be able to resist much longer... Thanks for the "push"...

[@RealityCheckGA]

I own several Beckers and I love them all. I use my BK 9 with a BK 24 on board for large and small tasks. And I use my BK 10 as a one knife solution. I prefer it to the BK 2 because of the drop point and the sheath is Molle compatible

[@0000Fred0000]

A basic, good sturdy knife. I love it.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes, I have a few. The Prodigy is a super blade. ~David

[@bushcrafterbob9395]

I find Davids videos and tips very well done and helpful. thanks and keep up the great work. I noticed in your BK2 video you referred to the Schrade 9 as a Schrade 10. Just dont want to confuse the viewers. Thanks again

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

I am really young compared to like a 90 year old!!! Haa, haa. God has been good to me... I feel young too... except when I go over to the local university and play B-Ball with the college kids... then I feel old... especially the day after. You will understand one day... But for now... I am happy to just be in the game. Take care. ~David

[@jamespisano1164]

Still a relevant knife and video. Well done. I have confidence in your input/recommendations.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good points.

[@X_explorer]

Nice vid! I love watching earth, explore and relax...

[@RealityStar9]

Considering everything, price, steel, design, function, size, etc. It is my number one choice for a survival knife/one tool wilderness belt knife. Especially for newer people since the low price and toughness will allow you to learn and try everything without the worry of breaking it.

[@AB-lx8cf]

I used an HK conspiracy fixed blade tanto on my last camping trip. Used it to split wood, make shavings. It's a good knife. Would like to Try this one out. Regardless, I carry pocket knife as edc. This looks like a good camping/bush craft knife. Looks like it can take a decent amount of beating. In the end, that's really what I need. A knife that can take a beating and get an edge back on it easy.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Wow! Thanks bro. We currently don't have any discount codes. I do put links to everything that I show... to the best prices I have found on Amazon... in the video descriptions. I've found that usually Amazon beats most prices period. It's where I shop... Thank you for the encouragement also. ~David

[@jamieellis6197]

I'm a BK2 fan (read bias) but I have watched 30+ reviews and this was by far the best yet. For the price it's very hard to beat so I can look past the less than perfect sheath and grivory handles. Changing both to something better still brings you in under the ESEE 5, which is the Becker`s closest competition apples to apples.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes, You are right... I usually catch my stupid mistakes... this one snuck through... and I am surprised that only 3 people noticed so far... you are #3... Good catch! You probably iron you socks too... haa, haa... I do... NOT... Just messing with you! Have a great day! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

You got it bro! Glad you enjoyed! ~David

[@Stratos.2]

You should have pointed out that that particular sheath with the glass filled nylon dulls the blade. Kabar released the BK22 which is the same knife but comes with a polyester sheath that doesn't dull the blade.

[@TheBloodwaraxe]

I got the BK-7 due to large hands and I thought it would make a better chopper that the BK-2. That knife is super sharp and super durable. Waited till Christmas got mine for cheaper from Amazon due to a sale. I would tell anyone this is the knife you need. Has a polyester sheath with an area for a smaller knife and additional pocket space for anything else.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Welcome aboard bro! I think you are going to smile when you get your knife. Let me know how it goes. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Gottcha... Yes... the Schf10 is quite a blade for the price. Thanks for the comment! ~David

[@shaunsauer8354]

Hey David, awesome review as usual. Best channel I've ever subscribe to lol. I was wondering if you could do a review on the sog jungle primitive knife, I've been looking at this knife for a while now and I'm getting a bunch of mixed reviews but I thought if any one could nail it it be you. Thanks David, keep up the good work God bless

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

No... I don't think so... For the most part the edge never touches the sheath... and even if it did... the blade steel is a LOT harder than the sheath plastic... so it should not every dull the knife even if it makes contact. Hope this helps! ~David

[@bigal7715]

Great video review. Very professional. Just subscribed. Glad I found you.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Did I say SCHF10? I did compare the SCHF10 earlier but showed the SCHF9 at the end... did I make a mistake? Thanks man! ~David

[@Prometheus1111]

it's also know as a ricasso or sharpening choil and it helps to prevent recurve from forming after many sharpenings as happens on knives without a ricasso.

[@tigerpisces5506]

This was Kabar's answer to the Top's Tom Brown Tracker 1 and it's awesome vs a $300 knife that is awkward and impossible to sharpen. I wonder if Swamp People use it skinning gators in Florida. MSK-1 Survivalist is $300 and its an exact copy of this Ka-Bar Warthog. MSK-1 came up with $150-$200 version and this a great suvivalist knive for $60.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Indeed... you are right... My bad!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Very cool. Yes... I have a growing appreciation for a good quality Kydex Sheath too... Take care bro. ~David

[@calebmoody9175]

Live all of your reviews they are the perfect combo of testing and review and are all around some of the best out there. Also if you want to add some extra rust protection to the bk2 I'd look into a patina

[@joelruppelt]

Hey dave, have you ever used a condor knife? If so what did you think about it? Im thinking about buying their Dundee bowie :3 good review as allwas! God bless you!

[@spy8464BB]

Love my bk2, the last real knife you will need.

[@xBezodx]

Hey David, nice review! I'd just like to make request to review esee 5 (or any esee knife), that would be great!

[@red5llaw]

Hey Dave do you have a chance to watch other video's on KZbin? The Hoodlum is turning into a nightmare as the breakage rate climbs. Look up "epic fail hoodlum" Dave love the review on the Becker, they are turning out to be nearly bullet proof. I just got the Becker Bk7 and it is a Brute. I love it. I'm now looking for a companion small knife to go with it for intricate chores. Any suggestions? Is the Becker Ramora worth it? Thanks David keep up the Great Work!

[@SpartanJohns]

Solid overview and test! Did you experience any problems with the sheath? Some sheaths from the BK2 seem to dull the edge as the edge comes in contact with steel inside the sheath..

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good tips... Thanks for sharing... I hope to have some ESSE Stuff Coming in here sometime soon. Have a great day! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Not sure what you mean... do you mean, will it spark fire steel?

[@dna2011dna]

Hey David, regardless of price which knife would you recommend the schf9, schf10 or bk2. Thanks, btw i love the production of your vids, very informative and proffesional.

[@hamyankee9437]

It is a saber grind. Once the powder coat is removed, it does better than expected for slicing.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes. Good description!