BK11 edge angle

[Locust]

The Ka-Bar website lists the factory edge of the BK11 as 15 degrees. I thought that sounds kind of acute for the knife. What angle do you use on yours? Do you keep it fifteen or make it a bit more obtuse?

 

[killa_concept]

I don't personally own one but given the dimensions and its intended usage, 15 degrees seems about right... you only really need 20ish on a knife that might see some chopping or batoning (BK-2, 7, 9). the BK-11 is a smaller bushcraft knife and 15 degrees should give it a really keen edge that will withstand everything it's intended to do.

 

[Locust]

Thanks.