first Becker

Also, with regard to handles. Do people find that they purchase the micarta handles to replace the stock ones? Also, does stripping the blade void the warranty?
 
Armenate said:
Also, with regard to handles. Do people find that they purchase the micarta handles to replace the stock ones? Also, does stripping the blade void the warranty?
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I personally don't like micarta, if I were to replace the stock grips it'd be with g10 which I'm eventually going to do on one of my 2's. However it's not necessary, I find nothing wrong with the grivory and have been using em on my first 2 for about 3 years now. If you do desire more traction you can simply add a inner tube to em.

As far as the warranty if you manage to break a 2 under normal use (not throwing it, trying to dismantle a car, ect) im pretty sure you'll be taken care of even if you painted it purple poka dots.
There have only been a few circumstances I've read about someone breaking a 2 and it usually involved extreme abuse, and I'm fairly sure they were even taken care of.
 
Great choice with the BK2. IMO it's OK to leave the coating on for now if you're new to carbon steel blades. It'll save your new knife from serious all-over rust should you forget to oil it, and it gives you something fun to do in a few months once the finish starts to really show some use. By then oiling should become second nature.

I've had the itch to try micarta or g10 scales, but honestly the stock grivory scales are very comfortable to me. Time and use will give you your answer too.

Welcome to the Becker club. There's at least a year's worth of reading here that will give you all sorts of ideas. ;)
 
52100 said:
Great choice with the BK2. IMO it's OK to leave the coating on for now if you're new to carbon steel blades. It'll save your new knife from serious all-over rust should you forget to oil it, and it gives you something fun to do in a few months once the finish starts to really show some use. By then oiling should become second nature.

I've had the itch to try micarta or g10 scales, but honestly the stock grivory scales are very comfortable to me. Time and use will give you your answer too.

Welcome to the Becker club. There's at least a year's worth of reading here that will give you all sorts of ideas. ;)
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What sort of oil do people oil their becker's with?
 
Armenate said:
What sort of oil do people oil their becker's with?
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Don't get to caught up in the need to oil, after use I clean it up, dry it real good, then put a very light coat of mineral oil on it. Now if you plan on leaving it out in the rain or near salt water then you'll wanna keep it oiled good.
 
Congrats on the 2. You'll love it! Here's my baby, after a strip and polish....and a little sheath tlc.
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Warranty - stripping shouldn't be an issue. Of course, membership has it privileges. I don't recall any Beckerhead having warranty problems. ;)

Oil - mineral oil is ubiquitous. Get it from the pharmacy section, it's food safe and cheap, ~$2/pt. But a recent oil test has me thinking about using 3-In-1 oil for my non-food prep knives.
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Armenate said:
What sort of oil do people oil their becker's with?
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I try to use mineral oil on my knives that might be used on food. Otherwise, I'll use 3 in 1, FP-10, Weaponshield, Ballistol, Vaseline, Chapstick and some other gun oils.

If oiling isn't an option, then at a minimum, keep your blade dry by wiping it off, and by not allowing it to be stored in a wet sheath. Huge temperature swings could start rust too, like spending a day outside in the winter, then coming inside where the frozen blade can draw condensation, but not warm up enough to evaporate it off. Camping can create these sorts of situations, which is why I won't hesitate to use Chapstick or Vaseline from my cottonball firestarters. Nothing really fancy is needed, just a light barrier of protection. This is why I also suggest leaving the factory coating on the knife so you're only risking rust to the etched area and the sharpened edge................the later which will eventually be consumed anyway.

Anyway, no need for alarm. As long as you're aware of the issue and keep it on your mental list of things to monitor, you'll be fine. :)
 
My becker just arrived today in the mail. So far I like it. I'll have to wait for a camping trip to really test it out but it feels nice in hand (may get some different handles as I could see this being a problem if my hands got sweaty. Overall though it seems like a really tough knife and I can't wait to put it through its paces
 
Armenate said:
My becker just arrived today in the mail. So far I like it. I'll have to wait for a camping trip to really test it out but it feels nice in hand (may get some different handles as I could see this being a problem if my hands got sweaty. Overall though it seems like a really tough knife and I can't wait to put it through its paces
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Your reaction to the smooth handles is normal, but don't let the texture fool you. Beckers stay in your hand because of their shape, not their texture. Folks around this forum can tell you more. Lots of experience around here.
 
Sounds good. I'm in North Durham county. We "easy camp" around here on private property, pretty much back yard camping heh... and spend time at Kerr lake as well. Looking at a trip to the mountains soon before it gets too cold. Haven't decided where.
 
Armenate said:
My becker just arrived today in the mail. So far I like it. I'll have to wait for a camping trip to really test it out but it feels nice in hand (may get some different handles as I could see this being a problem if my hands got sweaty. Overall though it seems like a really tough knife and I can't wait to put it through its paces
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Why wait?

Surely there's *something* in the garage or backyard that needs deconstructing, cut, chopped, stabbed.

Go wet your hands and see how the handles work.

Try field sharpening.

Don't wait till you get in the field to test your equipment.
 
Bk2 was definitely a great choice for your first Becker - I think it is still my most used around the fire (others get used more for other areas). Once you get the bk2 in the mail I would look next at a bk14 for a small Becker, bk16 for a mid-sized, bk9 for a chopper, and while you're at it, check out the bk4, bk5, and bk15 because they are great deals right now.

Welcome to the addiction haha make sure to post some pics
 
TravisH said:
Why wait?

Surely there's *something* in the garage or backyard that needs deconstructing, cut, chopped, stabbed.

Go wet your hands and see how the handles work.

Try field sharpening.

Don't wait till you get in the field to test your equipment.
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That's what I do, I keep some wood in my garage for testing before taking it on its maiden voyage...eliminates that small chance you received a dud and gives piece of mind the knife will preform as it should when your relying on it.

That's how I found out my first tops bob had a defective heat treat, batoned, chopped, and carved in my garage and watched the edge crumble several times..would've been bad making that discovery out in the woods.
 
Congrats! BK2 is a great knife. No problem with the stock scales even if your hands get sweaty,it won't fly off your hands.


and we love see some nice pics too!:D
 
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