Kabar Becker BK9 Combat Bowie - Sharp Saturday

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

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[@steveb2915]

how can we help you get to south america with joe flowers?

[@adnanmaharaj324]

I will have to check out Big Daddy Unlimited, thanks for the price 😃

[@jamiespence5320]

The mora eldris fits nicely in the front pocket.

[@danalim9670]

A Corporal sent me here👍🇺🇸

[@Tony-lc5kc]

You need to start saying "IT WILL THROW" (tm)

[@davidhanson5871]

I've had mine for about 4 years now. Ive done lots of chopping and batoning and it has still kept it's sharp edge. I stippled the scales with a fine point wood burner and the grip is aggressive enough to get plenty of purchase.and no slip with sweaty hands. It's a great knife.

[@mk45gunnr25]

I must have been an Australian in a former life.....every time I try to throw a knife it bounces off the tree and comes back to me......

[@WhispyWoods.]

The bk9 was one of my first real knives when I got into the hobby. I love the look of it with the blade shape. Can’t beat becker handles. Just an absolute workhorse that’s so versatile and well designed. Glad you got your hands on one, Brian!

[@mlsknnr]

I love mine. Have had it for a few years, it doesn't disappoint! I changed the scales to Micarta.

[@Julian-bq9qv]

wuup wuup wuup THUNK. I have two of these, have had since they came out; removed the coating on one and put a patina, looks beautiful; put micarta scales on both. Back before I had to retire for health issues, I had dozens of knives and swords but although I have given away almost everything else, these BK9s will be with me to the last.

[@johnnyra2437]

I've been using Becker knives for over a decade now and I love them more today than when I first started using them. All I do is strop my Beckers and they stay hair shaving sharp. Also I never grow tired of watching videos on becker knives in use. Great job!

[@aarontooley570]

It seems so ironic that every time I start thinking about a knife and start seeing KZbin videos about it. I have thought about the BK9 for a while now. And now I might just have to pull the trigger. Thanks for the video

[@MichaelRozie]

I have it for 5 years or so, abused it to hell.. one time it bent so far that it bowed in the log No problem. I have many knives, many with better steel but this is my ‘fun’ knife They are really cool to customize since there are so many after market things for it and the steel is relatively easy to cut/grind

[@MikeyNewman1974]

Finally have a BK9 arriving this week, can't wait to put it through it's paces.

[@davefletch3063]

Best production knife. Most comfortable large blade to use. Wide enough to hold the blade itself near the tip for super tight work

[@loyalegroup3929]

I have several Bucks, TOPS, Barkies, and ESEEs. And, beyond the shadow of a doubt, there are no better "values" than Ethan's fixie offerings from Ka-Bar. Whether a BK-2, a BK-7, a BK-9, a BK-10, or a BK-16, you just can't go wrong. Ethan Becker's blades are all "go" and no "show". Mr. Becker gives you everything you need, and nothing you don't. And, if you absolutely need the "show" or "high speed" parts, there is plenty of room for aesthetic or scale improvement. Beyond that, the BK-9 is a "beast", and a true wilderness "survival" blade. It's as strong as a Class 6 truck, and bites like a rattlesnake. Great vid, as usual. Thanks. 👍

[@warthogviking4991]

As always, a great video! Thanks Brother! Take care of yourself!

[@Cyber_Productions1998]

Yeah I love this knife it was my first big knife and ive had it for 6 or 7 years and chopped down small trees and built a few camp outposts and a teepee from the wood logs I cut down with it. I also used to to process a tone of kindling and wood for fires. This knife plus have a solid smaller knife like a 4 5 or 6 inch your golden.

[@brentpladson2050]

I’ve been carrying the BK-9 for years. It’s perfect

[@ORflycaster]

I've always laughed at the "Combat Bowie" name, but have been a HUGE fan of the BK9 for many years. It's a very well balanced, excellent performing knife, with one of the most comfortable handles in a production knife. BTW, I actually love the BK7 even more as a do-all knife that's a little more reasonably sized.

[@ilovethe80s74]

I agree. I own both and don't regret purchasing either, but the BK-7 is the more practical of the two.

[@hill_skills]

OMG. I have to buy one of these too now!!

[@cloudnine8842]

My personal experience with both BK9 and BK7 the BK7 im all around more happy with.

[@sheltermonkey6065]

$82 at smkw this weekend.

[@harrybachmann9815]

Bought a BK9 (and BK7) after seeing them years ago on Chris' channel. Removed the coating off mine, added a mustard patina, removed the thumb ramp, sharpened the spine, and wrapped the handle with some tennis racket tape. It is indeed a beast of a knife 👍

[@esquad5406]

I'v had that one for 3 years now. It is the best Bowie so far.

[@allenelam6135]

I purchased one of these bad boys a few months back. And I too learned about it from Chris Tanner @ Prepared Mind 101. Love this beast. A bit oversized for some fine tasks, but is a good one knife fit for me.

[@jnzupka]

Cool little coincidence, I actually did some work on mine today removing the coating from the blade and bluing it

[@tymccutchen]

Love mine as well. But adding the makarta scales makes it even better. 🙏✝🇺🇸✝🙏

[@jamescrowe7892]

Crocodile Dundee - "Now that is a knife". Me personally, I think I would go with the BK7. Too bad about it not throwing sparks. I hate to have to modify a good knife but we do what we have to do to get the functionality we desire. Good one, Brian. You need to get with Really Big Monkey over there in GA and let him take you to Jones Mountain. Do a video of it.

[@danielgrubb9668]

Pretty impressive chopping. I may have to reconsider my BK7. Loved this video.

[@danalim9670]

I remember when Camillus Becker knives first came out more than thirty years ago, and the price hasn't really changed much and the quality between the two is on par. I think it's an even better deal now👍🇺🇸

[@verox_the_camo_fox]

That's a beast of a Knife. Great! Thx for sharing.

[@jamesstraub4981]

Nicely done. Great knife. A few tweaks to personalize it is normal in my book. Thanks for sharing.

[@jeremymoses7401]

I like my bk9, had it for a little bit. Filed the spine a short length to get a 90⁰ edge and wrapped the handle with about 6 ranger bands. Shes a batonning beast

[@dwightehowell8179]

Love me a BK9. Had one for a very long time. Can't go wrong with one as long as you have a small knife to do small things.

[@robfromaz1977]

The BK9 was called Becky if I remember right. I also bought a BK7 because of Chris. Great knives for almost anything. The grivory handles are slick, so I spent a couple of hours with a wood burner stippling mine. Made a huge difference. Great video as always.

[@ROE1300]

If one must have a large knife and cannot obtain a vintage Marble’s Trailmaker knife the BK 9 is the way to go. I put custom handle scales by Tommy The Who on mine and it was a sweet knife. Ethan Becker designs the most comfortable handles ever put on a knife. But, I realized I had no need for a knife this large (my rifle and revolver hold more than 1 round and at 71 I will not going into combat on a regular basis) so I sold it. However, the Marbles Trailmaker with stag handle is just sexy to part with.

[@paulhouse7946]

Great Video Bud ! That BK line is pretty impressive. I'm looking at getting one of those next!

[@brianwinters5434]

I love my Becker BK9 I accidently ordered it instead of a bk7. Typo on my part but I am glad I did.

[@centralwashingtonmodernbus9456]

I own Sagebrush Customs, I do custom work on many kinds of knives. One of the most common jobs I get is removing the coating and forcing a patina on Becker and Esee knives. If you want to leave the coating, use 400 grot wet or dry paper and smooth the coating to where its smooth. I like to remove thumb rest and re shape the end from a "clip point" to a short drop point. Makes it a wonderful blade. I square the spine at the same time. Thnx for the heads up on this vid yest my friend!

[@MichaelRozie]

I just reground it to a very agressive bowie clip point, looks way better than the standard imo too. I like the ramp but I can see why people remove it. If your thumb is too short, it would be useless metal. I mirror polished mine but there are still pits in the steel. I like the knife design but becker really makes sloppy blancs.. They should have made them way thicker and then grind the steel more or something The black coating makes them cut corners. Are Esee knives like that too when you strip them?

[@charlesborum3910]

I have the BK9 and the BK7, I got new handles for both of them from the knlfe connection.

[@kongandbasses8732]

Finally a knoif that is long enough for batoning. I am a big guy and a fan of big knifes. 6 inches is the limit for fixed blades. For finer tasks I carry some folders. Have a nice 4th of July everybody. #22aday Stay safe everybody, and stay blessed. Greetings from Germany!

[@craigcook1571]

If you strip the epoxy coating off, try putting the blade in hot vinegar. It will patina it. I did my BK 7 like that and have used it in all kinds of weather and haven’t had any major rust issues plus it wears good. Just a thought.

[@MegaTeddybear04]

I love my BK2. I plan on getting getting a BK9 here pretty soon. till the next one.

[@sheltermonkey6065]

smkw has them for $82 this weekend.

[@marknuzum270]

I'm late to this party but just found this video. Regarding the rough coating, I didn't like it either, but hated to remove it, so I took some 600 grit sandpaper and sanded mine a bit and the coating is much smoother now. It would be nice if Ka-Bar would put a smooth coating on it to begin with like they do on some of their other knives.

[@phillo1818]

I have several BK knives including the BK9. The sheath also has a pocket above where the BK13 tucks in that can carry a surprising amount of emergency gear, it is a very good sheath even though it's made in China. At least the knife is made in the U.S.A. The spine just below the gimping has been sharpened. I haven't taken the coating off yet but that day is coming. My largest Bowie is the SCHF45, it's a very good chopper but the BK9 is easier to carry on your belt.

[@MichaelRozie]

I feel the sheath is ok for on a pack I guess, but it is way too big and floppy for on a belt. Also it has 0 retention and it rattles

[@roliver7773]

There's a reason they call the BK-9 the "King".

[@donjuanmckenzie4897]

Its called esee junglas

[@roliver7773]

@@donjuanmckenzie4897 Never heard of it...

[@Wildwestwrangler]

@@roliver7773 you should!!!

[@Ve-suvius]

They are very similar but differ in several aspects. The handles especially. I think that preferences and hand size and feeling how it fits the hand makes the choice.

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

Strip the coating and give it a small convex grind and it really shines. Alkso like that the handle is smooth and not to grippy,you will never get any blisters after hours of working with the knife. And the handle ergos is great,you will never loose it or slip. light and handy for it's size,chops like crasy and is just fine for smaller jobs too. I love it so much that i have bought two of them. Have the BK7,BK2,BK16 and two BK22 Kukris;-)) i must really like them..

[@J0kerScars]

Just as an idea, if you want to use the spine for fero rods, just strip the coating from the section you wanna use to strike that way the rest of the knife keeps the coating. That’s if you wanna keep the black blade look if not strip the whole blade. I stripped of about an inch of the coating on the spine and it works great

[@SupermanBB]

Looking straight up majestic with that beard. Looks good buddy. Great content as usual 👊🏼 BK9 for the win! Mine is still my go-to hard use large fixed blade after 8 years of abuse. I’ve customized mine to address every issue mentioned here. It’s hard to beat. For me it’s between BK9 and Esee Junglas for the top spot 🔥

[@adamboylan2307]

Darn buddy! Didn’t even recognize you. Great video as always Brian. Your videos are always a great help for others. Keep them rolling. I’m in the process of designing the most perfect knife i can. Might have to mail it to someone like you to review it. I’m going to attempt to make it the best knife you have ever used. I’ll keep you posted.

[@doubled3983]

Hello from Oklahoma! Thanks for all you do! 👍👍Skunk at 11:48. That things a beast! U can Leave the hatchet at home. God Bless!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Skunk? What skunk?

[@justbob9049]

Thanks for the info I think I’m gonna buy one!

[@hornsby5533]

Ich liebe mein BK9, speziell den 1095 und den Griff.

[@James-ke5sx]

Great video. I have a bunch of Ka-Bars for my survival knives and Buck for general purpose. I have the remora in the BK9 to strike a Ferro rod. Mountain bike inner tube works good pulled over the handles.

[@danielcrewe732]

“Man! I love me some fat wood” quotation of the day haha

[@jorgefernandez6407]

There was only enough time for two whops! Great video...

[@Asmodix]

You really look good with your beard! I like the BK-knifes and was happy about your review about that knife. Perhaps you are willing to make a review about the BK-2 this is my favorite. Best wishes from Germany Stay healthy!

[@Ve-suvius]

I had a hard time recognizing him with the beard. Serious. By hearing his voice I knew it was him. He's almost incognito. Maybe a bit thicker in the face also. But that might be optical delusion.

[@Ve-suvius]

There was a guy in naked & afraid who took his BK2 into the 21 day challenge. I like that girl. Pity she was lesbian. She was a real cuty. Ofcourse I respect people who they are. As long as she's happy.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

You definitely have to hit the spine with a file on beckers, but if you're actually prepared you have a file on your multi-tool that you can strike with or fix the spine issue with!!!

[@mgfatherofthreemarcus7933]

Haven't seen your videos in a while. Digging the beard. Thanks for the videos sir.

[@longrider42]

If its too rough, just take some steel wool and smooth out the coating. I did that with my BK16. I now have the BK9, and I will do the same. Just don't take it all the way off.

[@redbear_70]

It's definitely a decent blade, but would love to see you do a bk9/esee junglas comparison.

[@shootermcmillan]

I have had the BK9 for about 9 yrs. I have been a big fan of the performance despite the fact that she is a bit of an ugly duckling. Nowadays I give the Junglas more use, leave the coating .....it will smooth with use, however I do use the tennis racquet wrap on all of my big knives. I choose UST fire starters that have their own steel striker so the sharp spine thing is a non issue for me. Good and fair review Bryan.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

The small sheath in the front pocket is specifically for the bk13 remora

[@Tony-lc5kc]

Oak Tree: "Come at me bro!..." Becker BK9: "..................." (Clint Eastwood stare.....) Oak Tree: "No, No, NOOOOOOOO!!" Groot: "I AM GROOT" (Translation "That was messed up!") Btw, I put a Cold Steel folding bushman in my 9's poach, snug fit

[@LouisCardinale-w1c]

Great video about the BK9, thanx !

[@khwamtay6459]

Very nice looking knife may need to get it and the bk7. I always use a speedy sharp to strike my Ferro rod works great.

[@rogerburrows4624]

I already own the BK2 , good knife but I already own many large knives (Randall model 12 Smithsonian et; al)really have no need for another large knife . Good video though and glad to see you out and about.

[@starlingblack814]

A fun informative video. I was debating getting this knife, but then Chris Tanner came out with his JX Omega and I bought that one instead. I am very happy with the JX Omega, but I'm sure I would have also liked the BK-9 too. Thanks Brian for your gear reviews, I really enjoy them.

[@johnfromscotland1050]

Sir, Gideons Tatical customised his BK9, (so did I), take a look see, its brilliant.I for some years now have collected most of the Becker knives BK 9,10,2,5,7,16,and the Rider/Becker collaboration (BK6) customised the lot and love them all. Great video, cheers.....👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍺🍺🍺

[@redsorgum]

The stump called, he said his feelings are hurt…

[@jamescrowe7892]

🤣🤣🤣

[@adnanmaharaj324]

I love Sharp Saturday! You know, now you gotta get a BK7 and a BK2 (BK22). I think we would all love to see you do Review Videos on those, and then a Comparison of all three knives. I highly respect your views and would love your views on all three knives. As well as, if you only had to pick between one of these three knives to Survive, which one and why?

[@Goalflex]

Instruction for slo-mo sfx had me cracked up 🤣

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I wish it had audio.

[@brianf9619]

Ha Ha , I also first discovered the Becker's because of Chris Tanner and bought my BK7 about 8 yrs ago and soon after my BK9 , that Crap about the handles being too slippery is a "KZbin" thing , I have XL hands and Never had a problem with them , although I do put Micarta scales on All my Becker's , it's Not because the scales are Too Slippery. The BK9 is a Fantastic Blade , it you don't have one , Buy One , and you'll soon discover why they call it the "King" ....👍🖖

[@40belowful]

Nice bowie and great song Bryan :):) Happy forth too you and family :)

[@shawnlowhorn5009]

My favorite knife ever. Id edc it but well knife laws and all

[@kongandbasses8732]

This is the crux with thick coated blades. They often don't throw sparks off ferro rods.

[@sheltermonkey6065]

A file is your friend.

[@kongandbasses8732]

@@sheltermonkey6065 My coated blades do throw sparks. Thank you. ;)

[@sheltermonkey6065]

@@kongandbasses8732 You apply your own coatings? I'm not sure how to interpret your comment. Generally coatings are not hard enough to throw sparks, or if they are hard enough, they are prone to chipping.

[@kongandbasses8732]

@@sheltermonkey6065 I sanded down the coating of the back of my coated blades. But only about the third part of the spine. I used a coarse stone. You are right, especially those thick, soft coatings do not let the spine throw sparks. The only coating I found hard enough to throw sparks, not chipping anyway, is the DLC coating of Cold Steel.

[@caseyloftis]

Your channel is a great resource for info. I’m looking for a large 8” to 10” blade that won’t break the bank. This was a good review.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You might like this one. I know I do: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWSxh2CghNWonsksi=aW3cc4XNMkN3YRDz

[@joevincer8337]

💘 your channel brother!!! Been watching for a year now! Great information and knowledge here, keep it up good sir! #22aday #Community

[@need2zipit]

Love mine and I need another.

[@Arariel3]

Love the review, but you got my like for the class music.

[@MonkeyMikeOutdoors]

Great vid Brian!

[@johnchastain4351]

I have a BK7 and with a file n the spine mine strikes a ferro rod well now. I do keep a coat of mineral oil on it.

[@darrinsands8740]

Great demo. Great knife but would have to buy a USA made sheath. I'd probably have one made from kydex

[@aaronschmidt169]

You're like the knife wizard with that beard lol

[@acmr3215]

I bought a Polaris XS1 survival knife on Amazon for a cheap 32$, I absolutely love it! Can not find any info or reviews on it and would LOVE to know what a pro thinks of it......if ya get bored pick one up, you won't regret it.

[@troymanning3150]

Love all my Becker’s!!

[@mudsslinger]

Nice big knife, good review Brian

[@rogerlawson4516]

Love my Kabar BK 7 & BK9 knives. You need to try the BK7 Bryan. If I had to carry a knife in hell the BK7 would be the one. I don't like the bed liner finish and the sheath. As always, great video Bryan.

[@waynecastleman1363]

Gotta like those Becker's 💪🇺🇸

[@justintrimpey8862]

Hey cool knife. the bk 9 looks like it could handle any task in the wild.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

Take some sandpaper and smooth the coating a bit with 320 grit. The bk9 is Chris's Becky!!!

[@shcmoly]

FYI Bryan Saber = flat. Full flat is different animal. Impressive blade, been on my wishlist for years too.

[@samaelmartinus3273]

I wish it had a guard on it like the og ka bar. Nice though.

[@evenhand7743]

Chopping music i love it

[@anuragkakkar9218]

Your stuff is amazing as usual, I really want you to review BK-2, though is an old beast. But requesting if you can.

[@rebelyell2741]

One day, if I ever brake my schf 37 , I’ll get the BK7

[@JimLander]

An airplane? I thought it was a ufo! 😊

[@Ruger44Redhawk]

I like the BK9 but I only have one negative I have to point out and that is a big one - the skeletonized handle tang. This would be a near perfect blade had they not taken all that material out of the handle. I don't get it. You think they would save money by not having to cut out the holes and keep the strength as one full slab of steel. So, because of that I switched to the Ontario RD9 and RD7 with TKC contoured G10 handles. The RD line is 1/4" thick of 5160 steel with no material cut out of the handle. But good luck finding the RD9's.

[@harbertmoore2663]

He made tender just by all the chopping; that he did!

[@geraldkamp662]

sure wish they would bring the BK-4.

[@MichaelR58]

Good review , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@bishop2355]

What the heck! I've been away to long, who is this bearded fella? =)

[@uncletomscabin2073]

In Australia that's a $230 plus knife. We get ripped pretty hard down here on most things.

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

230 ausd is 170 usd. I think its even more here in the uk, around £150 gbp (205 usd/270 ausd)

[@richs3528]

It sucks that a lot of the big US online knife retailers won't ship to the U.K. anymore. Lamina are one of the cheapest I have found in Europe that still ship to the U.K. though

[@marko9912]

It might have been Chris from PM101 who said you have to strip the black coating off before it will strike a ferro rod properly. And his Jessica is a Schrade.

[@richs3528]

Jessica was the BK7 Jess X was that Schade he designed Jessica listed is anything he really likes

[@marko9912]

@@richs3528 ah yes, I saw one of his old vids with the bk7, confused between Jessica and jess x

[@richs3528]

@@marko9912 Easily done when he has so many other knives 'Jessica' listed!

[@richs3528]

@@marko9912 More to the point I wonder who was this Jessica person, was she was the one that 'got away' ? Who knows maybe she literally got away and a court order was involved! Obviously I'm joking!

[@NoNkillaH]

Смеюсь с перевода😂 "Кусок пирога,чувак"

[@jeffjackson5331]

Sweet looking knife!