One Becker for the AT...

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I had a great idea for a thread this morning and it is...

If you were going to hike the full Appalachian trail (All 2,180 miles) and you could only take ONE BECKER, which becker would it be?

the 1 becker is your only knife for the trail.

Keep in mind that you may want to keep it light, because it is 2,180 miles...

Can't wait to see your replies as I think this is a cool topic.

CK
 
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Can you also take another knife?

'cause if so, I'd pick a big becker (4, 5, or 9) and pair it with a smaller knife & a multitool.
If it's One Becker as the Only Knife.... oof, that's hard. A 16?
 
daizee said:
Can you also take another knife?

'cause if so, I'd pick a big becker (4, 5, or 9) and pair it with a smaller knife & a multitool.
If it's One Becker as the Only Knife.... oof, that's hard. A 16?
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Yes, only 1 becker is your ONLY knife.

thanks
 
BK 13 Remora. Weight matters most from what I hear.
 
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Only one Becker? I'll take Ethan.

...more seriously, I'd probably opt for the BK15.
 
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A 14 and a knifeless Leatherman Fuse :p
That combo should do well on the AT. Lightweight and compact but oodles of capability.
For the record I refuse to backpack without some type of multitool, hence the knifeless Fuse.
 
Either the Remora or the 11, both would do everything you need to do with a knife, the 11 would probably be overkill.
 
If I could also have a hatchet, bk14 or 16 for camp duties.

Without a hatchet, bk9 for chopping and camp duties.
 
Can you build fires on the trail? I wouldn't waste the pack space and energy for a chopper, but would just pack a small burner or folding stove.
 
Considering that most (all?) AT hikers are gram weenies, I'd say a BK14 is your best bet. If you've also got some gorilla tape, super glue, and a tool for your stove, I think you'd be GTG with the BK14. I can't see any reason to carry something heavier over 2200 miles.

If you're also thinking of a knife for defensive purposes on that lonely, isolated trail, then maybe look at the Bk16. You get larger knife to wrap your hand around w/o getting into the serious weight of the BK2/7/9.
 
I think the 16 would be a good compromise between the light weights and the heavy weights. If you strap it on your leg or on your waist I don't think you'll notice it as much as having it in or on your pack.
 
It's a pretty good bet if I am hiking 2000+ miles I am going to want more than just one knife. If I only get one it would be a 16.
 
I think I would have to go with my 7 & a good hawk. The 7 seems light enough to carry but still an excellent all around knife. As for the hawk, I have no idea what to choose. I have almost zero experience with hawks & hatchets.
 
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