Tactools and the like

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diablero

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i don't have anything like those, but the Becker Tac Tool is on my wanted list... i seriously wanna bring it with me when i clean up the Appalachian Trail this summer!

well... back on topic... consider this a bump!
 
I do not currently have or have I used one of the Tac Tools you have mentioned. It would seem to me their greatest advantage would be tip stength for digging or prying. Ron Hood used the Becker version in his solo survival video for digging wild edibles. I would think that it would also add to a weight forward blance for chopping. Heavy prying as opposed to digging would likely be more in the tactical arena.
I have been thinking of adding the Becker version to my truck gear.
I look forward to hearing some first hand reports.
Allan
 
I put a convex edge on my TacTool and have used it for dismantling wooden crates, chopping, and prying. The sharpened chisel tip makes it easier to wedge into cracks too narrow for a full-sized crowbar. The same tip makes a great scraper. The TacTool chops well by virtue of it's mass, though it binds easily. It would be ideal for baton work. Having all straight edges makes sharpening easier, too. The sheath is some of the best factory kydex I've seen.

The TacTool is a great BOB knife, but highly useful for everyday chores as well. Pair it with a crowbar and you can take apart anything :).
 
Looks like I'll be adding another Becker to my wish list and hopefully get it before they decide to raise their prices.

I'd given some thought to the Ontario SP machete, but I don't care for the steel that they use in their blades.
 
As you may have noticed in that thread... we posted the information about 3 years ago. I still have the Tac tool and still use it frequently. It is one of the blades I keep in the Hummer. I've used it for a lot of different chores over the years and revel in it's utility.

Well worth the money. I suspect the Bark River will be as good or better but I don't have any direct experience with it.

Good luck

Ron
 
do all models of the tac tool have a serrated edge? I prefer a plain blade on that type of blade
 
All Becker models are serrated. Current models have a shorter run of serrations than the Effingham models.

If you want one with a plain edge you'll have to either a) buy one and regrind the edge, or b) buy a Bark River.

FWIW, I agree with you but would rather see the plain edge made by BK&T. The Bark River (for me) would have to be re-handled and re-sheathed.
 
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