How do you like the BK11? I wanna get a Becker soon, but im not sure. GEC #71 is first on my list though.
What knives are you guys wanting?
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How do you like the BK11? I wanna get a Becker soon, but im not sure. GEC #71 is first on my list though.
What knives are you guys wanting?
How do you like the BK11? I wanna get a Becker soon, but im not sure. GEC #71 is first on my list though.
What knives are you guys wanting?
Hey Eli, I sent the patch today.





I would recommend a BK14 for your first Becker. It was my first, and I think it is a great knife. However, I haven't handled an 11, so I can't compare them
Heat Treat part 2:
1500 degrees F.
The blades are lifted out:
And placed into peanut oil, where they are "quenched."
They come out with a coating of "scale" (burned oil and blackened steel).
Next, I will place the blades into the kitchen oven at 425 degrees for about 2 hours. I will then polish the scale off, and attach handle scales/sharpen/etc.