Eskabar vs. Necker- A handle comparison

[cbwoods67]

Hey all.
Figured that since I now have both, I would do a little comparison to anyone who was contemplating the new Eskabar handles upon their release.

Here is how the 11 sits in my hand.

Three finger grip for me

Eskabar in hand.

Pinky out.

Side by side.

Measured handle widths through the center with a ruler and the necker was about 3/4" while the eskabar measured in at roughly 5/8".

With the handles, the necker is a 3 finger-blade, while the eskabar is about 3 1/2. That may not sound like much, but it helps make the 14 more comfortable. Also, without the cap lifter, the eskabar fills the hand more completely and doesn't leave hot spots. Both are great knives and aren't afraid to "Work for a Living".

Hope that helps you folks. If you have any questions feel free to ask
Also sorry about the crappy pics. Strangely my cell phone takes better pics in the shade than in the sun out in the woods.

 

[B.Mauser]

Great idea for a review. :thumbup: Thanks.

 

[Bladite]

now we can add some tweener pix here

 

[BRL]

Very interesting; good info!

I've got an 11 and I like it a lot. Got an Izula too. I could see the 14 being worth getting but right now I'm really liking the Izula blade.

 

[ocnLogan]

Thanks for this review, I really appreciate it.

I was gifted an 11 and while its useful, without scales I really don't see myself using it much. And the scales... they're pricey.

The 14 though, I could see that getting some actual use when camping, especially with those scales.

Thanks again .

 

[jds8710]

Does the 11 still fit the factory sheath with the scales on it?

 

[clich]

Does the 11 still fit the factory sheath with the scales on it?

yeh.


Nice review. Maybe post up a profile shot of the two?

 

[cbwoods67]

Does the 11 still fit the factory sheath with the scales on it?

Yep. They both fit in the same stock sheath.

 

[cbwoods67]

How's this?

 

[clich]

very good. I think that if the 11 didnt have the contouring in the handle it would as comfortable as the 14

 

[Shotgun]

Short and sweet. Nice review.

 

[trailbum]

Thanks for the side by side shots.