Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKabar
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Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKabar
Hey guys, my favorite neck knife is the Becker BK14 aka the EsKabar. what's not to like? 1095 HC, it's affordable good balance to edge retention and easy t sharpen back up. Nice sized blade for a neck knife. The handle is comfortable and heavily skeletonized to save weight. For me, it's a great choice for hiking, backpacking and EDC even.
I found out a few years ago on the origin of this collaboration between ESEE and Becker knives. I made a video about how first came up with the idea, a average knife nut and BF forum member. I thought it was very interesting I hope you guys like it.
I found out a few years ago on the origin of this collaboration between ESEE and Becker knives. I made a video about how first came up with the idea, a average knife nut and BF forum member. I thought it was very interesting I hope you guys like it.
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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Thanks for posting this. I love having yet another blade available somewhere within quick and easy reach like this neck knife. I also like the skeleton-like knives where one can buy or create scales/handles for them. In this case, I wanted something smaller that I forgot was there but was easier to grab if space was tight (e.g. a kayak) and at 7 inches this knife was a little longer than I wanted. So I went with a CKRT minimalist. Alan Folts is a fantastic designer.
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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Asymetryczna wrote:Thanks for posting this. I love having yet another blade available somewhere within quick and easy reach like this neck knife. I also like the skeleton-like knives where one can buy or create scales/handles for them. In this case, I wanted something smaller that I forgot was there but was easier to grab if space was tight (e.g. a kayak) and at 7 inches this knife was a little longer than I wanted. So I went with a CKRT minimalist. Alan Folts is a fantastic designer.
Excellent choice! My hiking buddy has one and I think it's a great choice. Small and very useful. Speaking of Kayaks, I heard ESEE is making a sheath mod for the IZULA for kayaking, canoe, and rafting. The knife would be in stainless and have a bungee restraining cord. Also the zip might be rounded too.
Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Interesting story. Thanks for posting!
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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Thanks brother, I thought I would interest other knife nutsEllywick wrote:Interesting story. Thanks for posting!

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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Gotta say, little jealous of your video's production value.
Nicely done!

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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Wow that's really nice of you to say! I've been watching a lot of YT videos where people do slide shows like that and I did my best to copy them. I really appreciate your kind words, I feel motivated to make more vids like this!Storm Crow wrote:Gotta say, little jealous of your video's production value.Nicely done!
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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
I do well if I don't get comments about my cameraman's loud breathing. 

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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
Storm Crow we love your videos, they're always fun and goofy! You don't need no fancy video production!Storm Crow wrote:Gotta say, little jealous of your video's production value.Nicely done!
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I just sub'd to you, your videos are awesome don't change a thing!Storm Crow wrote:I do well if I don't get comments about my cameraman's loud breathing.
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Re: Interesting story on the origin of the Becker BK14 EsKab
I finally watched the video all the way through. Thanks again. I enjoy learning about the history of items, the ideas behind them, the designer, etc. I have Izulas so should have noticed why the handle looked familiar. I may have to check one out. In terms of neck carry, I have mostly opted for smaller blades but the idea is the same.


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