Anyone have an opinion on an odd shaped BK2?

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orange_matthias

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I recently posted this in the Ka-Bar section, before realizing that there is a stand-alone Becker section... so anyway, here is what's up (maybe you guys can help):

So I sent Ka-Bar a pic of this BK2 last week and was told its within manufacture spec (from what they could tell from the crappy picture that I sent). However, every time I look at the knife it just looks off to me. the last inch or so of blade has a near completely flat (almost tanto like) incline to the tip. I'm hoping some of you Becker enthusiasts could give me your opinion .

Its quite possible I'm just being paranoid and nit-picky about the knife -I tend to do that... in which case, just tell me. I figure this is as good a place as any to get a "sanity check".

I don't have any other Beckers to compare it to, so here are some pics of it next to a Boker Vox Rold and an Ontario RD9:

https://flic.kr/p/qYH8gG
https://flic.kr/p/rgcagW
https://flic.kr/p/rdXxuN
https://flic.kr/p/rg9tqM
 
It's most definitely off. Beckers are hand ground so stuff like this happens. The blade should have a curve to it instead of a flat, but personally I think it looks pretty cool. Almost bought a 14 that looked almost exactly like that.

Welcome to the forums.
 
Hmmm ... the edge does seem to run a bit straight toward the tip.

BUT ... what bothers me more is the tip. In some of the images, the tip seems to be touching the surface - yes? If so, it shouldn't. From the images, to me, it looks ... bent.
 
I'm not going to say it is perfect, because it is difficult to say without comparing it side by side with another BK2.
It may be that because the width of the edge bevel tapers as it near the tip, it is giving it the appearance that the blade doesn't have as much curve to it. Does that make any sense?? Basically, the distance between the very edge and the black coating starts getting shorter as you approach the tip. If that is the problem, I think that is a pretty common occurrence since it is harder to keep a consistent sharpening angle around the belly of the of the blade.
 
Hey Mattias......

It does appear to be a little steep..... I guess the real question is does it affect in any way how the blade performs?...... If you are making a tool with mating parts being a bit "off" can screwthings up but is this the case here?...... A full blade shot would help me on this as well...... I want you happy......

Ethan
 
Ethan Becker said:
Hey Mattias......

It does appear to be a little steep..... I guess the real question is does it affect in any way how the blade performs?...... If you are making a tool with mating parts being a bit "off" can screwthings up but is this the case here?...... A full blade shot would help me on this as well...... I want you happy......

Ethan
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This is why Becker knives are so great. :thumbup:
 
whoa, its awesome to have a reply from the man himself, thanks Ethan (I really appreciate the fast and courteous reply!). I'm sorry if my post makes me sound dissatisfied with the knife. It has performed great actually and I'm not really looking to have it replaced or anything (although I probably would have taken Ka-Bar up on it if they had offered).

I'm more interested in how often this happens/how common it is? The response I got from Ka-Bar made it sound like this is normal... Which isn't a big deal with the Bk2 as I'm not looking to do any fine tasks with it; but I am drooling over the BK16 right now (I'm considering picking one up next month), and would be far more bothered about an abnormality like this on that knife... I guess what I'm saying is, it makes me a bit hesitant about buying knives for more detailed/bushcrafty type tasks from Ka-Bar.
 
I wouldn't hesitate on the 16, it is my all time favorite knife for Bushcraft. I have four Beckers and all came flawless and sharp and my fifth should be here today and number six will be ordered soon. Besides, although not having any issues my self, what I have seen around here is that if you have a problem, it gets taken care of.
 
orange_matthias said:
I'm more interested in how often this happens/how common it is? The response I got from Ka-Bar made it sound like this is normal... Which isn't a big deal with the Bk2 as I'm not looking to do any fine tasks with it; but I am drooling over the BK16 right now (I'm considering picking one up next month), and would be far more bothered about an abnormality like this on that knife... I guess what I'm saying is, it makes me a bit hesitant about buying knives for more detailed/bushcrafty type tasks from Ka-Bar.
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Most knife retailers have a return option, how long have you had this BK2?

That said, it's not too common, but as I said before they're hand ground so there are some issues every now and then.
 
If you buy a bk16 from Coyle outdoors, I am almost positive that he will check to make sure you get one to your satisfaction. Hit him up, and you will not be sorry.
 
Noswad0208 said:
as I said before they're hand ground so there are some issues every now and then.
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Do all companies hand grind? Are there other ways to do it?

mountainmist said:
If you buy a bk16 from Coyle outdoors, I am almost positive that he will check to make sure you get one to your satisfaction. Hit him up, and you will not be sorry.
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Coyle Outdoors will not disappoint. That guy has a real eye for detail.
 
Ethan Becker said:
Hey Mattias......

It does appear to be a little steep..... I guess the real question is does it affect in any way how the blade performs?...... If you are making a tool with mating parts being a bit "off" can screwthings up but is this the case here?...... A full blade shot would help me on this as well...... I want you happy......

Ethan
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This type of customer service is why I own more Beckers than any other brand other than Victorinox.
 
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