Camillus Website Becker Info

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Since the Camillus website has been pulled, I thought I'd put up the Becker info that was there before the site got pulled. It might be of interest to future Becker collectors, and I thought I'd get it in the system before this part of the forum is archived.

INTRO PAGE:

The Becker Knife and Tool Company has been at the forefront of hard use survival knives and tools since 1980. Chief designer and founder Ethan Becker, an avid outdoorsman since his youth, spent 25 years searching for the ideal "big knife" and eventually merged his two favorite bush blades - a Kukri and a WWII survival bolo - to make his first and most famous edged tool the "Machax". Ethan Becker was not content to rest after developing the Machax, and in conjunction with cutlery and survival experts worldwide has completed the development of the next generation of Becker knives for the new Millennium.

Since 1876, Camillus Cutlery Company has been providing the finest in edged tools from pocket knives to contract military weapons and bayonets. Camillus is committed to industry’s growing needs with such offerings as Camillus traditional cutlery, Western brand knives, CUDA (Camillus Ultra Design Advantage) cutting edge products, and now Becker Knife and Tool.

In addition to refining these advanced designs, 0170-6 high carbon tool steel has been specially selected to give the BK&T line clear superiority in the edge-holding and toughness departments among its chief competitors. The ergonomic, trademark handle scales of the BK&T knives are molded of Swiss GV6H, a 60% glass filled thermoplastic polymer alloy for the ultimate in strength and durability. Kydex multi-carry sheath systems and a rugged black epoxy finish will be standard equipment for most models in the BK&T line.

Becker Knife and Tool, in conjunction with Camillus Cutlery Co., is committed to bringing the finest tactical and survival fixed blades of uncompromising quality and performance to cutlery enthusiasts and outdoor professionals at an affordable price.

BK-1:

BRUTE™
The BRUTE is a formidable "inline" knife whose graceful 9.5" recurve blade will handle almost any camp and field chore you can throw at it. The BRUTE excels at chopping and is at home in the "short machete" mode as well. The dedicated anvil adds the perfect forward weight and acts as a hammerhead in a pinch.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
15" overall length
9-1/2" length blade
.250" blade thickness
Weight: 22 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

BRUTE™ #BK1
MSRP $158.95
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.

BK-2:

CAMPANION™
If you hunt or camp or spend time afield, we know you will love the CAMPANION. I have needed this knife for at least 20 of the 45 years that I have spent camping, hunting, and fooling around in odd corners of the earth. CAMPANION has a large, comfortable handle, mated to a wide sturdy blade that is as happy skinning game and prying apart joints as it is chopping onions for the chili and splitting out small kindling for the fire. CAMPANION is constructed from the same 0170-6C carbon steel at RC58-59, which gives you a knife that is easy to sharpen and still holds a good edge.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length:: 5 1/4"
Overall Length:: 10 5/8"
Blade Steel:: 0170-6C
Handle Material:: GV-6H
Weight: 14.6 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

CAMPANION™ #BK2
MSRP $113.50
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.

BK-3:

TACTOOL™
With the introduction of the BK&T TACTOOL, there is finally a tool-knife designed for the needs of the Tactical Officer. The TACTOOL was developed in close consultation with John Benner, 20-year field commander of the Hamilton County Ohio Police Association SWAT Team, and President and Chief Instructor of the Tactical Defense Institute.

TACTOOL's smash, bach, pry, hammer and cut. When you leave the battering ram at the door, TACTOOL gives you a fistful of handy power. You can lift stubborn hinge pins, pry open doors and windows, quickly cut "550 cord", hammer glass out of the way, or use it a knife. The blade is finished with a durable reinforced epoxy coat. The sheath is ambidextrous and is compatible with most tactical belts and LBE systems.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
12-1/2" overall length
7" length blade
.230" blade thickness
Weight: 18.6 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

TACTOOL™ # BK3
MSRP $119.99
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.

BK-4:

BK4-MACHAX™
For over 15 years, the Becker MACHAX has proven itself the most useful hybrid of the famed Ghurka "Khukuri" knife. The MACHAX is renowned for its balanced, compact strength, comfort and its ability to "get the job done". The MACHAX has proven itself equally at home on Hawaiian ranches, Indiana farms, the Canadian bush and the steamy jungles of Central and South America.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
15" overall length
9-1/2" length blade
.250" blade thickness
Weight: 22.2 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.
Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

MACHAX™
# BK4

MSRP $129.95
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.
 
BK-5:

MAGNUM CAMP™

The great Jerry Fisk, Master Bladesmith and National Living Treasure, designed the Becker MAGNUM CAMP knife to be an all-purpose big knife, and it is! An excellent camp kitchen knife, the MAGNUM CAMP proves its versatility by being a moderate duty chopper as well. The knife is balanced beautifully and its speed in the chopping stroke has to be experienced to be believed.

The up-swept blade of the MAGNUM CAMP makes short work of game cleaning chores. The ambidextrous sheath makes the MAGNUM CAMP easy and comfortable to carry on your belt, pack, horse or ATV. Fisk says he designed the MAGNUM CAMP so that it could be "drug behind a wild horse and not hurt its performance or looks".

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
13-3/4" overall length
8-1/2" length blade
.188 blade thickness
Weight 13.9 ounces.

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.
Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

MAGNUM CAMP™
#BK5

MSRP $109.95
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.

BK-6:

PATROL MACHETE™
About 10 years ago, I got to spend an afternoon with a Filipino Parang. I loved it! The PATROL MACHETE is a reincarnation of that: great steel, full height ground, and a fine aggressive edge that bites deep but resists sticking. From kudzu and honeysuckle vine, to bamboo and 5" hardwood trees, the PATROL MACHETE really does it all.

At slightly less than 18 ounces the BK&T PATROL MACHETE serves well as a drawknife, a froe, and it's even balanced well enough to whittle in an emergency. WOW! Of all the tools I have designed this is the one I want if I gotta start civilization from scratch. Your pack, pickup, SUV, and especially your ATV wants one of these. If you are a surveyor, farmer, forestor, warrior, or primitive, this is YOUR tool.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
19 " overall length
14 " length blade
.188 blade thickness
Weight: 17.8oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

PATROL MACHETE™ #BK6
MSRP $113.50

Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.

BK-7:

COMBAT UTILITY 7™
The BK&T COMBAT/UTILITY 7 has been designed specifically for soldiers and adventurers requiring a sturdy but lightweight combat knife that can stand up to hard use. The inspiration for the COMBAT/UTILITY 7 is the timeless MK-2 FIGHTING KNIFE that CAMILLUS CUTLERY helped develop during the second world war.

The COMBAT/UTILITY 7 has a 7" 0170-6C carbon tool steel blade that is tough enough for any field task and is flat ground to the BECKER shaving sharp edge. The steel is coated with a protective matte black epoxy/powdercoat finish for stealthy protection against elements.

The brawny .188" thick clip point blade is the perfect complement for a knife that may be used for piercing as well as prying. An integral inline hammering pommel has been engineered into the blade tang and is useful for a variety of military and survival uses.

The sheath is OD green Nylon and has a Kydex insert to shield the blade. The sheath has a gusseted front accessory pouch that can house survival gear, sharpeners, multitool, etc. The belt loop is large enough to accommodate a GI pistol belt, and also features ALICE clip slots for attachment to LBE gear. The sheath has a "pull the dot" snap loop, and set of eyelets for lashing the knife into the sheath, thus providing dual retention to be "Jump Safe" for airborne operations.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
7" 0170-6C carbon steel
.188" thick stock
High, flat saber grind
Coated in black epoxy-powder coating
Full tang, with trademark BK&T ergonomic scales of GV6H
Weight: 12.9 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Desert tan epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

COMBAT UTILITY 7™ # BK7
MSRP $79.50
Includes OD green Nylon sheath
w/kydex insert

BK-77:

Becker Extreme™ (# BK77)
The Becker Extreme has been designed specifically for soldiers and adventurers requiring a sturdy but lightweight combat knife that can stand up to hard use. The inspiration for the Becker Extreme is the timeless MK-2 FIGHTING KNIFE that CAMILLUS CUTLERY helped develop during the second world war.

The Becker Extreme has a 7" S30V blade that is tough enough for any field task and is flat ground to the BECKER shaving sharp edge.

The brawny .188" thick clip point blade is the perfect complement for a knife that may be used for piercing as well as prying. An integral inline hammering pommel has been engineered into the blade tang and is useful for a variety of military and survival uses.

The sheath is Black Nylon and has a Kydex insert to shield the blade. The sheath has a gusseted front accessory pouch that can house survival gear, sharpeners, multitool, etc. The belt loop is large enough to accommodate a GI pistol belt, and also features ALICE clip slots for attachment to LBE gear. The sheath has a "pull the dot" snap loop, and set of eyelets for lashing the knife into the sheath, thus providing dual retention to be "Jump Safe" for airborne operations.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
7" S30V
.188" thick stock
High, flat saber grind
Full tang, with Becker Extreme trademark
Ergonomic scales of Micarta®
Weight: 12.9 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments. Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.

• Ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

Becker Extreme # BK77
MSRP $390.99
Includes Tactical Nylon sheath
w/kydex insert.
 
BK-9:

COMBAT BOWIE™
For 2002 Camillus Cutlery is introducing another stellar Ethan Becker designed combat/survival knife to the cutlery market with the release of the all-new Becker Combat Bowie, model BK-9.

Mr. Becker's latest combat-ready design is the culmination of over 30 years of survival and para-military training and outfitting experience. The Becker Combat Bowie is a synthesis of Becker's uniquely ergonomic trademark handle design with a traditionally profiled, highly effective American Bowie style blade. This trademark Becker handle is well known for allowing extended periods of heavy use with less user fatigue than most other knives in its class.

The 9" Bowie inspired shape of the Combat Bowie is a useful performer in a variety of fieldcraft and combat chores. The stout .210" thick 0170-6 high carbon tool steel blade is thinly ground for the ultimate in chopping with a deep belly and thin edge that still allows for controlled slicing. The short clip swedge gives the Combat Bowie a unique blade profile that pierces well but is strong enough for many prying and digging tasks. In addition, the grip tang of the Combat Bowie incorporates a uniquely shaped butt extension that will work well for most light hammering jobs in the field.

The Combat Bowie sheath is Olive drab propex Nylon with an internal Kydex stiffener for user safety during hard use. This sheath has been extensively field tested overseas with the Combat Utility Model (BK-7) and has received many accolades from military and civilian user's alike. An elasticized auxiliary pouch appropriately sized for a survival kit or spare handgun magazine is permanently attached to the front of the sheath. This practical sheath is also ALICE compatible, and also jump-safe for Airborne operations.

In an effort to help develop cost-effective and high-performance equipment that any trooper could afford, the Becker Combat Bowie is offered at $84.95, suggested retail price.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Blade: 9" length
.210" thickness
0170-6C carbon steel
Black epoxy powdercoat
Weight: 18.25 oz

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

COMBAT BOWIE™ # BK9
MSRP $96.50
Includes OD green Nylon sheath
w/kydex insert

BK-10:

CREWMAN™
Practical, yet portable. Survival knife expert Ethan Becker designed the aptly named "Crewman" for servicemen who need a smaller version of the Combat Utility-7, but are unwilling to sacrifice performance. Crafted from the same tough 0170-6C and utilizing the trademark Becker ergonomic handle, the 5" blade Crewman is the perfect fit for pilots, tankers and other professionals working in cramped quarters. It is a big knife in a small package with a stout .188" thick clip point blade and a built-in hammerhead tang for prying and striking. An OD Kydex-lined propex nylon sheath is standard equipment.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Blade: 5.5" length
.188" thickness
0170-6C carbon steel
Handle: Becker Trademark GV6H
Black epoxy powdercoat

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Desert tan epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

CREWMAN™ # BK10
MSRP $74.80
Includes OD green Nylon sheath
w/kydex insert

BK-11:

Becker Necker™
We think you'll find the new Becker Necker, because of its ease of carry, with you at all times. This knife will answer your needs and wants for most all your field craft chores. It will skin your deer, make your snares and traps, whittle a toothpick, slice an onion and with the help of a baton (big stick) split out small kindling for your fires.

The Camillus 0170-6C carbon steel that goes into a Becker Necker is a wonderfully aggressive cutter, easy to sharpen and has amazing edge-holding properties. The 3.25" blade is shaped to maximize its utility around camp. It is ground high enough and thin enough so that the blade geometry gives great slicing ability, and the spine gives the blade plenty of backbone.

Your forefinger will lie comfortably along the top of the blade to maximize control during skinning and field dressing chores, and hold quite comfortably in the two most used whittling positions--all of this from a 2.5 ounce knife.

The notch at the rear of the handle serves two purposes. Use the deep recess for breaking wire, and the wider notch is a bottle opener.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Blade: 3.25" length
.150" thickness
0170-6C carbon steel
Black epoxy powdercoat
Sheath: Kydex

All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments. Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

BECKER NECKER™ # BK11
MSRP $51.95
Includes kydex sheath (shown above)
 
If anyone has the website descriptions and/or sales info for the BK-4 (Machax) and BK-5 (Magnum Camp), please feel free to add them here.
 
BK4-MACHAX™
For over 15 years, the Becker MACHAX has proven itself the most useful hybrid of the famed Ghurka "Khukuri" knife. The MACHAX is renowned for its balanced, compact strength, comfort and its ability to "get the job done". The MACHAX has proven itself equally at home on Hawaiian ranches, Indiana farms, the Canadian bush and the steamy jungles of Central and South America.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
15" overall length
9-1/2" length blade
.250" blade thickness
Weight: 22.2 oz
All Feature: devastating cutting power – proven in the world’s most challenging environments.
Each flat ground blade features an incredibly sharp blade and the most comfortable hard-use knife handle in the world.
• Exclusive high carbon steel (0170-6C)
• 58-59 RC blade hardness
• Black epoxy coating
• Becker trademark GV6H ergonomic handles
• Proudly made in the U.S.A.

MACHAX�
# BK4

MSRP $129.95
Includes Multi-position
Ambi Kydex sheath.
 

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Magnum Camp #BK5
The classic camp knife with a modern flair designed by A.B.S. master bladesmith Jerry Fisk
� 13-3/4" overall length
� 8-1/2" length blade
� .188 blade thickness
 

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Thanks, Irv. You don't happen to know MSRP for the BK-5, do you? I think Bladite has that info if you don't.

I've got the Camillus site pics for all the other knives. I'll get them into this thread eventually.
 
sweet - nice resource. hopefully this can be found for years to come :)

bladite
 
Thanks for the work that you all put into this. But...... does anyone have any news on BK&T's rebirth with another manufacturer? Surley there has been enough time passed to clear any legalities with Camillus.
 
All I can say is Ethan Becker is not yet a Free Man!

But he will be!!
 
BK-5:

MAGNUM CAMP

The great Jerry Fisk, Master Bladesmith and National Living Treasure, designed the Becker MAGNUM CAMP knife to be an all-purpose big knife, and it is! An excellent camp kitchen knife, the MAGNUM CAMP proves its versatility by being a moderate duty chopper as well.

The knife is balanced beautifully and its speed in the chopping stroke has to be experienced to be believed.

The up-swept blade of the MAGNUM CAMP makes short work of game cleaning chores. The ambidextrous sheath makes the MAGNUM CAMP easy and comfortable to carry on your belt, pack, horse or ATV. Fisk says he designed the MAGNUM CAMP so that it could be "drug behind a wild horse and not hurt its performance or looks".

MAGNUM CAMP Specs: Blade .188" thick, 8 1/2 inches long weighing 13.9 ounces. Overall length is 13 3/4 inches. Model: BK5, retail price: $109.95
 
Thanks, folks. I updated so that the info is now in order from the BK-1 to the BK-11. :thumbup:
 
I hope this isn't a silly question but...

Was there ever a BK-8??? If not, why not? Why would they jump from 7 to 9???

-Rick
 
Type in bk8 in the search function, and it will bring up several threads on this. I'm not sure there are any pictures, but someone may have one saved.
 
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Blasted Red X AGAIN!!!!!
 
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