I've been drooling over beckers ever since i discovered them. And although beckers in general are considered high-value, affordable knives, they are too pricey for me. I am in medical school, and most of my savings go into things like books, research, and instruments.
Now, i CAN save up for one, but then it would be the most expensive knife i own and therefore would become my safe queen. . .which would be a shame, considering that it was built to stab tanks and baton through mountains.
Among my choices are the varan and kumunga, both made by condor. 1075 carbon steel, full tang, hard plastic grip (which would be easy to customize/replace), costs way less than a bk7 or bk9. . .but there have been reports of warped, bent blades out of the box.
Are there any other options that stack up well against the condors?
I appreciate any and all suggestions, but please, no mora or axe posts. Thank you!
Now, i CAN save up for one, but then it would be the most expensive knife i own and therefore would become my safe queen. . .which would be a shame, considering that it was built to stab tanks and baton through mountains.

Among my choices are the varan and kumunga, both made by condor. 1075 carbon steel, full tang, hard plastic grip (which would be easy to customize/replace), costs way less than a bk7 or bk9. . .but there have been reports of warped, bent blades out of the box.
Are there any other options that stack up well against the condors?
I appreciate any and all suggestions, but please, no mora or axe posts. Thank you!
