So I just got a BK14 and went with the zytel handles and the TDI clip, and as I'm learning the clip was a mistake. It makes the blade sit too high up, it pokes me in the ribs when I move and it's awkward to grab for. I'm going to modify the sheath into something styled like the BK2 GFN model.
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Carrying a BK14
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Pics or it didn't happen...... I felt the same way about the TDI clip. Now mine is at home in either a Kydex sheath from The 710 or a leather one from Psyop, can never have to many options. 
This. I carry all my fixed blades that are sub 7" oal at my 12:00 this way. Out of the way and I will forget they are there at times.
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Can I ask where are you carrying it at? I carry my 24 with a TDI clip at the 3 and 5 o'clock positions with no problems. I find it to be extremely comfortable.
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Hey A1. Here's my set up. It's not for everyone but it is functional and I really like it. Using standard belt keepers. Cost me the price of the velcro to make.
Here's the setup attached to a Bianchi dual magazine case that I modified (took out the plastic separator) to carry a tin and handkerchief. When I attached the sheath to the case I had no way to secure the case to anything else (it great for a pocket but that's it), but it was just a bit of fun in experimentation.
And to demonstrate its versatility and advantage over paracord.
On a camelbak
On a Condor EDC
Here's the setup attached to a Bianchi dual magazine case that I modified (took out the plastic separator) to carry a tin and handkerchief. When I attached the sheath to the case I had no way to secure the case to anything else (it great for a pocket but that's it), but it was just a bit of fun in experimentation.
And to demonstrate its versatility and advantage over paracord.
On a camelbak
On a Condor EDC
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I agree with Cschol. My favorite way of carrying the small Beckers when using the factory sheath was to run paracord through the eyelets and wear the knife horizontally on the belt.
Of course, a better choice is a kydex rig with a small Tek-Lok, but this way still works fine.
Of course, a better choice is a kydex rig with a small Tek-Lok, but this way still works fine.
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Hey A1. Here's my set up. It's not for everyone but it is functional and I really like it. Using standard belt keepers. Cost me the price of the velcro to make.
Here's the setup attached to a Bianchi dual magazine case that I modified (took out the plastic separator) to carry a tin and handkerchief. When I attached the sheath to the case I had no way to secure the case to anything else (it great for a pocket but that's it), but it was just a bit of fun in experimentation.
And to demonstrate its versatility and advantage over paracord.
On a camelbak
On a Condor EDC
I like the versatility of that it's nice!
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Yeppers Para is the way to go with the bk11/14/24 sheath... cheap, light, versatile, strong, and effective... Etc etc.
This is the rig I made for the BK14.
Pros: cheap, easy to make, easy to undo, allows the knife to hang in a comfortable manner.
Cons: the paracord stretches so there's not enough tension to allow for easy resheathing of the knife. Even when it's pulled extra tight it still stretches and I don't know what to do about it.
Pros: cheap, easy to make, easy to undo, allows the knife to hang in a comfortable manner.
Cons: the paracord stretches so there's not enough tension to allow for easy resheathing of the knife. Even when it's pulled extra tight it still stretches and I don't know what to do about it.
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I do like that dangler setup. I can see the con in it. But it's still nice.
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PRO TIP...
Boil water... insert sheath with paracord attached... boil for a little bit... remove from water, paracord will shrink up. Partial problem solved.
Boil water... insert sheath with paracord attached... boil for a little bit... remove from water, paracord will shrink up. Partial problem solved.
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A paracord-wrapped BK14 fits perfectly into a Cold Steel Roach Belly nylon sheath, which is how I carry mine. Super lightweight, very slim and narrow profile, slips into a pocket easily and you forget it's there on a belt. The nylon is just grippy enough that I can pull the sheath partway out of my pocket and draw the knife without the sheath falling out. It just hangs there 'till I finish and put the blade away. Swallows the knife up to the lanyard hole and holds it tight enough that shaking it upside down won't drop it out.
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You got some pics? I'd like to see this setup.
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Just a regular old Cold Steel sheath, nothing special. I really prefer leather to nylon, but this one works well for me.
Disappears in the pocket. I can lie down on it and not feel any discomfort.
Disappears in the pocket. I can lie down on it and not feel any discomfort.