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Let me hear it . . . Why should I buy a BK13 instead of an Esee Candiru
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Because they are the perfect size for your 3 year old daughter to carve with 
Honestly I have no experience with the Candiru, I do know there are a few individuals on here that love em. I'd say if you had the chance to feel em in your hand before buying to do so :thumbup:
The BK13 is a nifty little thing. I keep one in my pack, but I used to EDC it in a pocket. It is light weight but you feel something substantial when using it to cut. The low profile made it really easy to slip into any pocket. I can easily get a 3 finger grip on it. The edge on it lasts a good amount of time, and its really easy to sharpen.
Good luck with your decision:thumbup:
Honestly I have no experience with the Candiru, I do know there are a few individuals on here that love em. I'd say if you had the chance to feel em in your hand before buying to do so :thumbup:
The BK13 is a nifty little thing. I keep one in my pack, but I used to EDC it in a pocket. It is light weight but you feel something substantial when using it to cut. The low profile made it really easy to slip into any pocket. I can easily get a 3 finger grip on it. The edge on it lasts a good amount of time, and its really easy to sharpen.
Good luck with your decision:thumbup:
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I have 9 x 13s... I have them paired with:
2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 77, 77, 91
I don't even really consider it a necker per se, it's more of an overall, small utility knife for the l'il things the thicker and/or bigger blades just don't excel at (or would be more of a pain in the ass). As for the Esee, it's a fine option, but I like keeping my Beckers in Becker company.
2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 77, 77, 91
I don't even really consider it a necker per se, it's more of an overall, small utility knife for the l'il things the thicker and/or bigger blades just don't excel at (or would be more of a pain in the ass). As for the Esee, it's a fine option, but I like keeping my Beckers in Becker company.
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I agree with these guys. I have big hands, and the 13 is just plain too small for me. I recently sold a Candiru. Though small, it's very comfortable. I just have a hard time finding uses for blades that small.
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Thanks for the input. I've got 3 little daughters too . . . that's food for thought. They like to 'carve'. A small fixed blade is a safer option. What type of grind does this knife have? I'm thinking of using it as a tiny neck knife, so small and light is a good thing for me.
Because they are the perfect size for your 3 year old daughter to carve with
Honestly I have no experience with the Candiru, I do know there are a few individuals on here that love em. I'd say if you had the chance to feel em in your hand before buying to do so :thumbup:
The BK13 is a nifty little thing. I keep one in my pack, but I used to EDC it in a pocket. It is light weight but you feel something substantial when using it to cut. The low profile made it really easy to slip into any pocket. I can easily get a 3 finger grip on it. The edge on it lasts a good amount of time, and its really easy to sharpen.
Good luck with your decision:thumbup:
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9 of them! That speaks well of this little knife. For the price, I can see how this can be a great little companion blade. Thanks for your input.
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The 11 was the first one I looked at. How does that feel hanging around your neck? I've not worn a neck knife before, but I just imagine the tiny knife would be mostly non-existent.
Small is what I'm looking for. I have a Fiddleback Runt that is just a hair longer overall, but has handle scales. For a small utility knife, this is a nice size for its intended jobs. I'd like to try a skeletonized knife and was drawn to the BKs because of all the popularity here on the forum and also to the Esee because of the warranty.
Small is what I'm looking for. I have a Fiddleback Runt that is just a hair longer overall, but has handle scales. For a small utility knife, this is a nice size for its intended jobs. I'd like to try a skeletonized knife and was drawn to the BKs because of all the popularity here on the forum and also to the Esee because of the warranty.
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Very valid point sir! What would you consider as other advantages of the BK over the Esee? I've never handled either. The handle shape looks different. How about the blade geometries? The thickness and grind? I'd love your input.
I'm surprised by your answers since you're a mod here on this sub forum! Could you share with me your reasoning behind your suggestion?
because you need a becker to become a becker head
I'm surprised by your answers since you're a mod here on this sub forum! Could you share with me your reasoning behind your suggestion?
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There are slight differences between the Esee and Becker knives, but then there are also huge differences. The slight differences are they both use 1095, but Beckers add some chromium and vanadium, they are both small, they both have excellent warranties, they both excel in their roles. The biggest difference is ergonomics. Ethan really puts a LOT of thought into how his knives are used. If you grab a Becker 9 times out of 10 it will just mold itself into your hand and you can use it. The Esee knives are rather blocky and clunky. I'm not saying this disparagingly since I also carry Esee knives.
I love carrying my BK-11. I carry it as a neck knife, and I usually forget it's there until I need to cut something and then it's right there. Mine is actually an older version (Camillus) that has micarta scales. They add almost nothing to the weight but they add SO MUCH in terms of comfort. I've been carrying this every day for 2, maybe even 3 years now.
Since we're being honest here, I actually don't have a 13. The 11 is the smallest I will go. For me, it's a 3 finger knife and it gives me enough "leverage" to cut whatever I need to, but I usually don't have to apply too much pressure anyway. I took my edge to 25 degrees inclusive so it is ridiculously sharp. But I don't use it for heavy wood processing or the such. I use it for every day tasks.
I love carrying my BK-11. I carry it as a neck knife, and I usually forget it's there until I need to cut something and then it's right there. Mine is actually an older version (Camillus) that has micarta scales. They add almost nothing to the weight but they add SO MUCH in terms of comfort. I've been carrying this every day for 2, maybe even 3 years now.
Since we're being honest here, I actually don't have a 13. The 11 is the smallest I will go. For me, it's a 3 finger knife and it gives me enough "leverage" to cut whatever I need to, but I usually don't have to apply too much pressure anyway. I took my edge to 25 degrees inclusive so it is ridiculously sharp. But I don't use it for heavy wood processing or the such. I use it for every day tasks.
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The Remora is actually 440 instead of 1095CV I think.
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I love the beckers. But keep in mind the remora (bk13) is different from most of them. It is 440 steel not 1095. It is made in China not USA. For almost all the other sizes, I would recommend beckers. In full disclosure, if the decision is only between the bk13 or the Esee, I would say go with the Esee candiru (and this is probably what Moosez45 was getting at, I am guessing). But if you allow me to talk you into upsizing slightly.... Bk14 or bk11 all day long.
If tiny is really what your going for... I would even venture to say the CRKT Minimalist is the only tiny fixed blade I have ever found to be ergonomic enough for me. Or maybe a Boker Knome.
Personally, I think the bk9 would make a fine neck knife but for smaller the bk14, bk16, bk10, bk2, bk5, bk7, could work too
Good luck either way.
If tiny is really what your going for... I would even venture to say the CRKT Minimalist is the only tiny fixed blade I have ever found to be ergonomic enough for me. Or maybe a Boker Knome.
Personally, I think the bk9 would make a fine neck knife but for smaller the bk14, bk16, bk10, bk2, bk5, bk7, could work too
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Production of the 13 was moved to the USA. I agree about the 14/11.
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I stand corrected. That is good news. Thanks for the update.
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No problem. IIRC the Chinese made ones were kind of a "test run" to see if they would be successful before they committed to making them in the US.
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In my honest opinion, the Candiru would be a better choice over the 13. Especially if you put the scales on them. I really do like my Candiru a lot. Great little knife.
If you want to get a Becker, I say step up to the BK-11 or BK-14.
I have a few BK-13's but they don't see much use as I prefer the other options mentioned.
If you want to get a Becker, I say step up to the BK-11 or BK-14.
I have a few BK-13's but they don't see much use as I prefer the other options mentioned.
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Nothing really surprising, though......
I like knives, simple as that. I mod and rep KA-BAR and BKT, but in that category, the Candiru wins, IMO. I like the point, I like the grind, good nylon case, small, lightweight and you can buy factory G10 handles in a variety of colors.
ESEE makes good knives, here is the US, the owners are friends of mine, and its a good knife. I like the Remora, butI like the Candiru better.
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