Kabar BK 7 - Test

[@browndogdude5400]

Love you channel! You have the best sense of humor for an outdoors channel hands down! I bet you are a lot of fun to hang out with...Keep up the great work!

[@cbr600rrturbo]

MI Prepper you have great taste

[@browndogdude5400]

+Tactical That's what she said...

[@gadsenculpepper4868]

I used a soldering iron and made a pattern grip

[@cooter2886]

I'm going to schedule a night where I binge watch your videos while hammered.

[@Muhnster62]

I wrapped my handle with Wilson tennis racquet tape from Walmart, works well.

[@livingsurvival]

Get micarta handles for it. Love my BK7. Don;t let yer wood go soft.

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+Living Survival lol hell ya

[@highonimmi]

+Living Survival or rotten...just saying....

[@tapt-_legendz9817]

Living Survival. that's what she said

[@cbr600rrturbo]

with micarta scales I'd probably give it a 8 1/2

[@CustomC1000]

+Tactical Put condoms over the grip and then it can double as a sex toy

[@robfromaz1977]

+Tactical Thanks for the awesome review. My favorite knife. I spent about an hour, maybe a little longer, with a wood burner with a pointy tip and stippled the grips. Made the handles 100% better. No slipping what so ever. Didn't even have to take the grips off the knife. Yeah the sheath is cheap but it does work and I have a fire kit in the pocket on mine. Some day I will buy a nice kydex sheath.

[@jamesritchie6899]

+Tactical Do you know what micarta scales are? I doubt it. There isn't just one kind, or one quality, or any that are as good as half a dozen other types.

[@brianmccann666]

Been looking at this knife for years. Most of my friends love the bk9. Specially my ex-military friends.

[@paulie4x1]

James Ritchie absolutely, I like Busse Combat Micarta, They use the Phenolic Resin which I think is what Buck uses to make some Buck Handles. ,, .

[@smirkingdevil]

The broken axe at the beginning was hilarious. I have no idea why I laughed so much.

[@tom_olofsson]

I appreciate your "everyman" approach to gear reviews. You thrash on knives the way real people do when they get to work out in the woods.

[@preparedmind101]

The original Jess...

[@liammccusker4144]

Realy like your Jessica x and channel

[@DinnerForkTongue]

Any chance of remaking the Bush Kraft 7, Chris?

[@barrymccociner1701]

+PREPAREDMIND101 You smell like schrade's ass tanner.

[@DinnerForkTongue]

Barry McCociner Shitposter inbound.

[@barrymccociner1701]

Gunner193 That makes a lot of sense. I can tell you took advantage of the 50% off lobotomy sale.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Tac't, I left mine stock, I also paired mine with the BK-17 and added the Swabbie to it since it is a little lite to chop with, especially to stay warm and process firewood, I never had hand problem with slippage, I guess the large size fits good, I mean I wear a large glove so it fit's my hand good, Maybe small would slip more again small hands, Regardless it is a good knife. ,, ,, ,,

[@johnmiller1649]

Clean the vaseline off your hands take the rubber off the handle and then you can judge the knife handle, I give it an 8, I always say something stupid lol

[@Careonovam]

Gotta be honest, I absolutely adore the BK7. During my service in the military it was one of my best friends out in the wilderness. I'm not sure if I will ever find another knife as versatile and useful as this one. Masterpiece! =)

[@chewher4171]

Awesome test. I lost it at the condom that didn't fit.

[@Itsprincesweets]

This channel is just a real life "battlefield: recon's guide to survival and gear"

[@BlackDogBushcraft]

Tac check out LMF Knives on FB for some killer scales! Joe makes the best! Awwwwyeah!

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+Dan Hasson thanks

[@alanwilliams5836]

Tac... for my 27 year old son at Christmas, I outfitted my BK-7 with a great kydex sheath and G10 orange and black scales from the knifeconnection, and added a BK-16 knife with similar knifeconnection G10 handles as a companion knife. He is stoked, and thinks this is a great system for him with his folding saw and tomahawk. Thanks for showing us the BK-7. Thanks for all of your reviews... keep it real, bro! Keep beating at them!

[@ibrahimi.2109]

ı am watching your videos everyday, because of your intro video :D you're crazy man :D

[@preparedsurvivalist2245]

For all the praise in years past that the BK7 has gotten, I still have to say it is too big for a bushcraft knife, and probably too small for machete/jungle knife. It's a great knife, but probably better for a combat/general-purpose role.

[@thelasthuntsmanoutdoors]

This was one of my first fixed blades and now I have dozens that are even much more valuable but still yet this one is still one of my favorites. Obviously I got it with kydex sheath and micarta scales. Thanks for the review

[@thelasthuntsmanoutdoors]

+The Last Huntsmen although another thing you can do is use some Wilson wrap. Pm101 style. I've tried it before I upgraded to micarta and it works great too

[@johnsavoie3409]

Master Chief?

[@supertrampalex]

3:45 Thats why i love your vids, sooo funny xDDD Keep them coming Tac, your vids are amazing!

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Tac'ie my People, Yeah, the BK-7 is definitely a good one, infact I teamed mine with the BK-17. Actually those Grivory handles are smooth, but I never had any problems with slippage, just like with the condoms, heh heh heh … Dilly Dilly.,,.p

[@franknapolitano9144]

Have you heard of a knife called the "Skin Master" ? Tt's made by Maxam and sold on www.cutlerycorner.net. Item # 40872. It's only $12.68 but has a very thick stainless steel hilt. I'm wondering how it would hold up to your knife tests ?

[@lucianisidro]

Another nice Becker from Kabar but again, as with the BK9, badly presented. Superb shape and I like the skullcrusher pommel. If only CS had done that with their SRK, then it would've been perfect. I still like my SRK better - but only just. If this came with a kydex sheath and decent grips ....

[@mikedifeo8344]

I am glad you like the BK7. It is one of my go to fixed blades. It is just the right size to carry. I have the BK9, and it is too big for me to carry it on the waist. But I got to say, my BK7 ain't as pretty as your 'cause it don't have a rubber on the handle. I guess I could put one on it and use as needed under different circumstances, LOL...........I think you rubber is slipping 'cause you used some Vaseline on it. HAHAHAAAAAAAAAAA

[@DannoCrutch]

I like BK knives, but as you say, the handles aren't great for hard use. As hard use as they are designed for, a grippier handle would be a nice improvement.

[@elitashi]

i like so f*ucking much your vídeos!! can u pls test the böker b15??? in ebay its only $30!! pls pls pls!!! greetings from chile dude!

[@navigator1372]

In the 7 inchish range..between esse 6, rat 7, tex creek xl, bk7, if i could only choose one for shtf. It be the bk7.That knife is my bitch. Problem is like u said, lousy sheath and ugly ass handles. If i only had 130 to spend id get the esee 6 cause it comes with everything. In the end the bk7 cost over 200 if you swap the handles and sheath. NOT a value.

[@2CabrasLocas]

Nice to see some reviews that aren't 100% biased by the price of the knife (higher automatically means better)! Cough, cough, preparedmind101...

[@brnrecluse2946]

I stuck with the stock handle scales, but I used a soldering iron to melt in some texture. Works great for me. Great video!

[@paulie4x1]

But if I had to choose between the BK-7 and the Potbelly hands down I would take the Potbelly mine is holding up great and that's before I saw that video Potbelly Baton Fest, good video, the guy told me he tried breaking the Potbelly and couldnt, But I like both anyhow. ,, ,,

[@Homefarmhouse]

Shame about the grip...... they really fucked up there..... Great vid Tac.

[@ricktacularrick7928]

stabby stabby!

[@gobangs1117]

They should contract Condor to make their sheaths, and totally change scale material otherwise they are excellent blades.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Tac't, Check out the video on the Potbelly that the Spanish Speaking guys I'd on the Toughness of the Potbelly, you my'boy got a lemon, Make some lemonade. Heh heh heh. ,, .

[@daveboo915]

Yes I can see where your all coming from the all the colours intermingle and the moons reflection On the water ......? Shit wrong video hahaha aww yeh.......

[@chrislloyd4984]

Good review and spot on. I've had my BK7 for a year and just love it. The handles are slippery. I wrapped mine in hockey tape and it does the trick. Threw the sheaf out.

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+Chris Lloyd their ya go

[@chelseafeth]

7 3/4 no way tac mate I love my bk7 yeah the handles are shit but like you said and done just ranger band them and all is good. personally it's a 9 all day long 😀 anyway great vid brother. Feth uk

[@kevinholden9854]

Try a Becker without the ranger band, I think you'll be surprised. I used one for years and didn't even know what a ranger band was. The shape makes up for it.

[@Mr45ACPAUTO]

Cool shit bro! Still dont like the 7 tho. Enjoy your videos! Awwwww yeahhhhhh!

[@papiofisher]

just wrap the handle with hockey stick or tennis racket handle tape from Walmart/k-mart. cost$6. works great.

[@jace4320]

Have you thought about reviewing the tops Brothersof bushcraft fieldcraft knife?

[@TheUnknownReject]

I've been waiting for this one lol

[@alexnielsen4168]

hey man i think you should try out the Lapin Leuku 210 from Eräpuu. It is a finnish made knife that in my opinion kick ass! i have had for some time now and it is my go to knife! hope you will try it out.

[@johnnyeas1431]

I want it. But idk if im going to get it because of that slippery looking handle. I have to think about it. Thanks very much for the review

[@wtfmrb293]

tactical ur just awesome. hilarious dud. a little question why is laminated blades not more popular. laminated blades is far superior performance vise compered to single alloy steel. is it that people don't know. educate the people tac.

[@Cands528]

I have that knife and put micarta on it and they make a world of difference. The sheath is crazy

[@eipi5173]

i used a ranger band from the old school 10 speed bikes with the skinny tires. Bitch to get on but it doesnt slip ; Thxs for the upload!

[@vincelee6247]

I'm looking forward to gettting this knive. But being that they are prone to rust, what oil should i use for it? Thanks for sharing.

[@Optionsaregood]

BK-7 is awesome, one of my favorites :-)

[@danielitoo29]

that kydex sheath is terrible. I recommend to you grizzly outdoors kydex sheath

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good review, Playboy! Too bad the grips and sheath are below standard. I l really like the knife otherwise.

[@titch27DG]

My favourite knife next to the bussy team Gemini light.you have to be carful with the tip on the bk7 they do tend to snap if it dose snap don't throw it grind it to a point at 6 to 6 and a half inches it's even stronger my brother

[@derekrobbens5355]

Saying silly things is your trate it’s who you are keep it up tack you’re an inspiration

[@kde439]

solid knife, just wrap the handle with some athletic tape.

[@DenisHauser]

Nice big knife! :)

[@blackquiver]

Fucken kabar should be embarrassed with this knife. Beautiful blade than they cheap out with the handle and the sheath. Like W.T.F. Great vid. I'm a kabar, sog fan. This just pisses me off when companies cheap out on shit that matters.

[@blackquiver]

Also went through your play list noticed u don't have a review on the cold steel recon tanto. Which is fine their r an expensive knife to do a torcher test on. I won't beat mine up. But I have ceen vids on how much abuse this specific knife can take. Just cool vids to watch. One specifically I rember is, when one came back from Iraq well fucken used. I also own a C,K,R.T. Hissatus fixed blade, my opion on that blade is that it has grater penetrating abilities than the recon tanto, however the recon can take way more abuse than the hassatu. Just be a cool vid to c then both on his thay stand up. Of like I said I'm not going to use mine. Lol fuck that would piss me off if I broke one. .lol

[@TheGoatMumbler]

Every Pecker needs a Becker. :D Fun to customize this one.

[@geoffreylundwall2986]

which do you like better? the bk7 or the bk9? I can't decide between the two. I love me some big blades

[@1crimm]

Top shelf

[@caldxm]

Yo tac did you see the new Jared Leto jJoker in the new Suicide Squad trailer and his blade collection? When I saw it I was like "oh my god he is one of us!!"

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+caldxm no sir, ill check it out

[@patrickgermond2750]

So a secret for splitting wood with knots. Set your axe or whatever right in between the knots. There's a weak point there where the two knots cancel each other out.

[@mickcarroll259]

Hey tact lover your shows can you do one on the kabar fighter usmc knife Micko

[@wtfmrb293]

hei tac what is your thoughts on laminated convex grind style blades

[@Shooter11B]

Gotta love that series of blades. All of them have a massive following. I think the high saber grind is absolutely the best for splitting wood and if convexed the best for chopping and cutting. I always wondered if the Grivory handles could be stippled like a Glock with a soldering iron? That would fix the slippage.

[@Shooter11B]

shannonandsheila1 Cool! Now I gotta give that a shot! Thanks!

[@dawnbenoit1541]

HEY THIS IS SPAZ WHAT IS A GOOD BUT INEXPENSIVE ALL AROUND KICK ASS BIG KNIFE FOR BATON ING AND CAMPING BLADE?

[@joelvelazquez1892]

Past with flying colors awesome video.

[@jaredrice1436]

Schrade schf9 I heard it is really good and think it should be in to top10

[@minorityfireteam3502]

You'd think by now Kabar wouldve fixed the slipperiness issues with the handle. Seems like every review on KZbin that same complaint comes up...

[@farouq1983]

This baby cries for a couple of micarta handles!

[@captaintony8355]

Can you do a review on the condor primitive bush knife?

[@DeplorableprepperNYC]

for the money your paying you should have micarta handles on it

[@chadhoy8423]

he said this knife is 2 years old which means it came with the old sheath that is complete Shit the new on is pretty good.

[@YanDoroshenko]

That's fucking hilarious :D

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Hey Brother Tac! Great review of a knife I've been considering for awhile now! Got to thinking about those handle scales and came up with the idea of getting some of those traction appliques you can apply to the floors of shower stalls and cutting some pieces to fit the handle scales. Use a black permanent marker to color them in. Bonus - they won't peel off when wet! Just a thought.

[@jamescooper2618]

Factory sheath works just fine.

[@mercifulone7065]

Would the bk7 be a good fighting knife? i'm comparing with the Sog seal team. The bk7 seems a bit wider.... I don't know if that will hinder its stabbing.

[@joey8obby]

Imo a fighting knife would be shorter and lighter, I just don't see how u can have speed on your side waving this thing around.

[@LiveFreeOrRIP]

New sub. You got this Awesome unique way of doing great reviews and its great. Im looking for a large blade to go camping baton and hack I really like the coldsteel Trailmaster but at around 150 its a little pricey to beat on personally speaking. I want a blade around 8 inches and clip point. Any knifes you would suggest? for under 100?

[@briscoblank1477]

WTF, it's been a week now! Put out a video for beers sake!

[@ibmoosed]

I wrapped some tarred twine around my bk2 then put the tube on and it helped a bunch

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+Lazy Moose that's different

[@lungboy42]

Gteat vid as always. Im curious do you think it would be as easy to baton that hard wood if it wasn't frozen?

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+lungboy42 depends on the wood & how frozen it is

[@titch27DG]

O and tac a good movie out you will love the revenant check it out fella all the best

[@NGMonocrom]

Oh yeah, the factory optional micarta grips are absolutely worth it. They are a tiny bit thicker overall than the stock plastic grips. But the difference is very slight. If anything, it makes the grip feel even better.

[@ww-zb7qn]

you would know all about condoms being to big wouldn't you lol jk

[@maogao97]

what kind of rubber or what is that around the handle? i need to do the same for my kabar

[@improviselife6024]

good one tac. always good to beat on a Becker every once in a while.

[@wayneprice2737]

put some packing foam in the bottom of the sheath no rattle after that.

[@mgsharnhorst]

Add some stipples to those scales with a soldering iron

[@dalecarpenter8359]

Froozen wood splits good ! Like ice blocks !

[@shadowfox089]

For anyone thats wondering thats the old style sheath.

[@Eldofarmboy]

You should do a chop off with knives in the 5-7" blade range and see how the bk7 stacks up

[@jeffstanton1915]

Thanx again for another great review Tac. What full size knife would you recommend ?

[@cbr600rrturbo]

+Jeff Stanton this one works unless you need a bigger blade

[@crosshair64]

I purchased the bk7 a couple years now, very popular blade with a lot of reviewers, especially Chris Tanner, but I dislike the blade design entirely. Does everything you need a knife to do, just don't like the swedge.. Opted for micarta scales on mine, and stripped off the coating and put a 90 degree spine on it to strike a ferro rod, now it's a complete survival blade. I also have the bk2, customized it too. I have the bk9, and bk16 customized all of them with micarta scales. Polished them to a mirror finish, they look like custom knives today... As always thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinion on this very popular blade, I appreciate it sir.

[@DJMoore-001]

Sweet

[@usawcraig1]

Tactical where can I pick up a large ranger band like your knife is wearing? I can only find the small ones.

[@Aron-ru5zk]

Btw a "ranger band" is a pice of Bicycle inner tube

[@skaagkaal2613]

That sure wasn't a Pot Belly. Hahaha.

[@parfumatu2003]

Nice review ! Do you live upstate ny ?

[@carboncopy2853]

ty tac

[@iammorbius4925]

Instead of the ranger band, try some tennis racket grip tape. Wilson makes some and others do too. It works on any knife or hatchet.This tape has two purposes. No slip, less shock. Just like in a tennis racket. Also dump the factory sheath and get a custom Kydex one for it, from Red Rhino Customs or whoever your favorite Kydex source is. This knife is a beast.

[@hhkkelly3502]

Great video, thanks...