Ultimate Becker BK7 Build & Comparison
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
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I've had my bk-7 four more than 3 years and have never thought about upgrading it, for me it is definitly the last knife ill ever need. Though i did just buy a bk-2 just for variety but i dont think most other knives can replace the overall versatility of the bk-7 especially with the weight
The bk16 is incredible too
Could it be used for batonning
@@owenrindlerfishing1576 Yes they can be used for batoning if you want. I personally don't because axes and chainsaws exist but they handle abuse very well
Get both, the Becker and the ESEE that is. My BK-7 is my go-to camp knife. I’ve had it for years and just ordered a pair of Knife Connection grips for it. I keep my ESEE 6 attached to my backpack and generally use it while hiking. I put a pair of Knife Connection G10 grips on it when it was new. They’re great grips and worth every penny.
Love my BK7! I just slipped a piece of bicycle inner tube over the grivory scales, improves traction quite a bit and didn’t cost me anything. Still need to upgrade the sheath though. The nylon sheath is not ideal, but it does work.
Love tricking out Beckers! BK 7 is a great blade. Had mine for like 20 yrs
Great Video , Back to the Classics. I Love All my Beckers . I have a tricked out BK7 with an AZWelke sheath, I own sheaths from 4 or 5 different people and AZWelke sheaths have a great fit , they click every time you put the knife in , they're quiet and the best prices from a quality maker . I bought g10 scales from The Knife Connection , but they are thin like g10 scales for a pocket knife and felt a little blocky to me , so I when with the micarta scales instead which have the same girth and contours as the factory plastic ones, there awesome . And I also stripped the coating ounce it started coming off anyway from chopping , and I put a mustard patina on it , now the knife is mine and I love it . They are great knives , just get one ...
I prefer to carry and use the BK7 (and a folding saw) over an axe of any size. I find the BK7 the best for camp tasks and bushcraft. Of course, that’s only my opinion.
Had one a few years love it. I'll probably get a Kydex sheath but I modify the original one I love it. Can't go wrong with a Becker.
I wish they would offer a fully optioned version with a Good sheath and grips,
Great Video...I have many of these knives. My Favorite “bang for the buck knife” ended up being he Tops Moccasin Ranger. At a 1/4” thick it has the weight, good sheath and handles. The whole package size makes it more carryable and packable for me. And I’m not sure why, but I really like the blade geometry.
I like the apache falcon better
I like the Apache...never tried it. I’ve avoided several of the Tops blades just because I don’t care the the nylon style sheaths...
I find myself watching your videos all the time and I finally subscribed. Appreciate the videos.
I love the handles on the 7 and the 9, a little bit of tennis racket handle wrap and its awesome!! There is a type that is a tacky "mesh" thats very thing and adds great grip. obviously very cheap as well
I'll have to share mine with you when I get around to doing it. I'll be making the scales, and Kydex sheath myself. And I plan on doing the same with my BK-16.
I'll never understand the gripes about the grivory handle scales. Retention comes from the shape of the handle and when I'm using larger knives or machetes I don't want a lot of friction from the handle scales giving me blisters. My machetes and my Bidor parang have smooth handles and so do my Beckers (15, 5, 4 and a 2) and I prefer them that way.
I have had one for a few years now and honestly I don't have an issue with the scales. The sheath on the other hand definitely needs to be replaced in my opinion.
I have both the Esee 6 and the BK7. Love them both. Tricked out my BK7 even done a nice polish. Nothing like a polished Bowie knife in my opinion
If You could only pick 1 which one would it be?
@@thethiefonthecross9092 that’s a hard question. Overall I like the BK7 better but the esee 6 is a much better buy for the money
@@thelasthuntsmanoutdoors I I've been doing research today and heard that the bk7 has a skeletonized handle and they can possibly break their is this true?
@@thethiefonthecross9092 it is slightly skeletonized but it’s not weak, they are built bull stout and I haven’t had them break. The Esee 6 however is a better buy, it comes with decent grips and a decent sheath. The BK7 comes with neither of those so you have to buy a good sheath and good grips for them separately
@@thelasthuntsmanoutdoors thanks for your help much appreciated 👍😊
GREAT video Aaron. Just ordered the BK-7 AND the Azwelke sheath for it, haven't made up my mind on the scales yet but, they'll most likely be the G-10 like you recommended for my Jaroz. Can't wait till it's in my hands!!! ❤
Excellent video. Great comparisons at the end. It's the comparisons that help define the choice. I don't like to spend extra money on knife or sheath upgrades, so that's a great thing to highlight.
I had VZ grips on a BK7 and knife connection architect scales on a BK9 and after swapping them around I feel they're far better fits for the length and weight of blades. The architect grips are more slender and lend a very nimble and agile feel to my BK7 yet seemed far too dainty for my 9. On the flip side the VZ grips felt too clunky and for my handling, seemed to pull too much weight towards the bottom of the BK7 and yet, on the BK9 they were perfect. My BK3 does not get the same love though, just wrap that sucker up in Rescue Tape and you're good.
Thanks for posting this comment - I've been debating between the VZ scales and the Knife Connection scales. Your comment is the first direct comparison I've read between them, and it gives a good contrast.
@@fullback118 I'd also add that the architect scales would be a better choice if you're working in the wet a lot but the VZ ones are certainly a good pick regardless, they run truer to the size of the original grivory handle but with far, far better traction.
I bought BK-7 and i love it.
I've owned a Camillus-made BK7 since about 2005. I recently bought a BK9 because, well, BK9.
Something I noticed right away is that the Ka-bar scales are a lot tackier than the Camillus ones. Surprisingly so, given how much people still complain about them. The Camillus ones aren't quite glass smooth, but they're close.
At one point I used a drill to make divots in them for extra grip, kind of like a golf ball, which I kind of regret because you can't really get Camillus scales anymore AFAIK, and it didn't really help much anyway. I didn't want to go the hockey tape route because I felt the handle was already on the edge of being too thick for my taste.
I ended up replacing them with Micarta scales, which then got swapped with the BK9 scales because I think the BK-9 could use the Micarta more. Not sure if I'm going to get another pair of Micarta scales for the Bk7, because the Ka-Bar ones really are a big improvement.
I feel like the Cold Stee SRK would also be a good contender in this category.
Perfectly happy with my $40.00 Condor Moonshiner.
lets just be honest.. i got the 9 and i love it, want the 7 now
This is one of the best looking knives ive ever seen.
Taking a note off of alfieaesthetics video about this knife, if you drown the epoxy coating in paint thinner it comes off and allows you to use the back of the knife as a striker for a ferro rod
the good old bk7.. jack of 7 inch survival knife trades!
The G10 handles look great. Good low profile sheath option too. I have the BK7 and BK9. They both need some mods.
I do like the BK7, but I went with the Tops Apache Dawn instead. The only thing the BK7 does better is make sparks from a ferro rod. I did discover I can get good sparks using the choil area of the Apache Dawn. The ESEE 6 is another great bushcraft blade, but I prefer the more tactical shape of the other knives should I need to defend against 2 or 4 leg beasts of foul intent.
Is it not more of a Combat Blade? Feel like they sell it as such. I need a truck protection "Safe Queen" and I'm choosing between the John Ek EK44, the EK45, or the Becker BK7. If I get the Ek I'll need a new sheath. If I get the Becker I'll need to get the black Micarta or G10 AND possibly a new sheath. I don't need it to be a full on utility knife but I do USE them. Never use my safe queens (or non dedicated) knives on wood period, but your EK45 review scares me. I do cut through ropes, clothes, luggage and bags, canvas and tents, and literal hogs.
I really need help choosing brother!! Help!
Micarta on the Esee looks the best. Some recommend coating the Micarta with either mineral oil or Sno-Seal to mitigate the absorbancy. Good comparison video overall.
Klaatu58 That’s a matter of opinion on the looks but I happen to agree with you 100% brother.👍
My question is, now that the BK7 cost $125 instead of $80, is it still worth it? Considering the necessary $100 upgrades? I mean, I have one, it wound up costing over $220. Plus Becker hasn't addressed this issue in over 10 years. They have only raised their prices without offering anything new or better for the customers.
No the Esee 6 is a better deal.
@@gideonstactical indeed it is!
This was the perfect video for me, thanks a ton!
I really like the 7,
Would have scored better with me if they haddn’t skeletonized the tang,
I heard they didn’t do this with the early models of this knife,
Shame, should have stuck to the original design,
The lightened handle makes for a more overall balanced knife. A better balanced allows for quicker self defense movement while being attacked. ...At least that's what I've heard. 😆
Just pulled the scales off of my old Camillus-made BK-7. Skeletonized tang. The BK-2 however, was NOT skeletonized until they came out with the Gen 2 or 3 knives, depending on how you classify the changes. And yes, I really wish they had not done it. The only BK-2's I've ever seen broken, break right at the skeletonized section of the tang.
hi from Spain , great video and Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas Spain!
@@onionhead5780 thank's.
Nice to see no choil on it. Liking the G10 options.
Amen. I really don't understand all the hype about choils. Especially on folding edc knives. Seems pointless and shortens the blade. They can make sense sometimes, but are generally pretty useless to me.
Yup. I hear all the hype about using the choil to grip up, if its too much use a smaller blade. I don't want to shorten my knife edge only to pack around that much extra steel.
That's what I like about it the lack of a choil, I hate finger choils.
The problem with a tricked out BK 7 is end result price- once it is fully tricked out, $80 +55 +50= $185...That's a different price range than where we started by a long shot...the upgrades have now cost more than the knife. If I've got to put $185 down to make a Becker what I want...then I'd rather get a nice Tops blade or a Fallkniven.
Double hitter! Keep it up brother with the awesome content
I used a soldering iron to texture the handles...easy peasy lemon squeezy.
That was a great review especially at the end when you compare the other two knives. It looks like the midpoint between the BK 9 and the BK 10. I'm thinking about this today because there is only one seller here in Canada that has it at a very good price and when they're gone they're gone forever. things are getting harder to find these days.
I added a choil to my BK7
Did he just baton through a log with a knot in it 2:25 ?
yep. Like butter.
Yes. Good thick blades are workhorses.
Love this vid. I have my own ultimate BK7 build and agree with all you said.
just pull an old bit of bicycle innertube over the handle. not only will it provide excellent traction, you will never lose the nuts n bolts that hold the scales on.
Put light grind marks into the factory handles for better grip or spend $50 on after market
Cool,man
Did the weight of the G10 handles, imrpove the chopping performance, or made it worse? The original balance, is great, because in addition to the knife design, it makes it front heavy when you want to chop , and allows you to chock up and have improved balance, for smaller tasks. How does the BK7 perform ,with micarta or heavier G10 slabs, compared to the original, please?!!! I want to make up my opinion, as to buy or not , micarta handle slabs. They cost a fortune here. Thanks in advance
I have the exact same setup, same scales but my sheath is OD green.
Just bought a RAT 7 - love it!
But now I'm looking at the BK-7! WHY?!!
#gideonstactical Of the G10 handle scales you have had with your Esee 6 and now these from VX, which do you prefer? Have a BK2 I'll probably get handles for at some point, but not sure which way to go for scales.
Really good knife, I think it's one of those atemporary models. By the way, I don't know if people notice that enough, but you got some really nice editing.
Merry Christmas and God's Blessings to You and Family!
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Mid weight Survival Knife Vs Hatchet/Belt Axe
Pros and Cons of each as your main cutting/chopping tool.
I don't have very much experience in the outdoors, so I'm always curious why someone would use a knife to chop with over an axe. Is there an axe that can be equal or even be superior to a knife as main tool in the woods or is the belt knife king? If you were to pick a belt axe, which one would you use? Do you know anyone that prefers an belt axe over a belt knife?
I would love to hear your thoughts (or see a video) on this. Thanks! :D
CRKT Wood Nobo or Chogan Tomahawks used with the right Baldrick Rig (shoulder or belt) are extremely useful in the field. Chops as an small axe/hatchet, remove head to use blade as a knife for various tasks, skinning, etc. Nobo is a classic tomahawk design. No hammer or spike. Chogan has a hammer poll.
Mid-weight Survival Knife are under powered compared to a tomahawk in nearly every way. A 4-8 inch knife blade is best as a backup to a tomahawk. Save it for emergencies. Better to resharpen your tomahawk more often in the field.
Choose which one lol..i have a hard time not wanting them all :) great vid..u have helped me decide on many knives over the years..well put together and informative.. I have 3 Esse knives but still want the 6 oh and the BK7 :)
Check out the BK10 Crewman
Same size as the BK2 at 5.5 in but lighter
Much easier to use than the 7 in here
I like them handle scales! Only thing about the BK-7 'is the handle scales are a little to big to me! Kind of blocky! Other than that, it's a great mid weight survival knife!
10:36 it’s called a Recoso [re-cos-(c)o
Best survival knife
Has anyone out there tried stipling (sp?) the stock handles?
G10 is like twice the price of micarta :O :(
Tricked out bk7 vs TOPS Prather War Bowie?....
The Prather bowie has a very thin brittle looking blade tip.
Merry Christmas Gideon's Tactical! It's still the Turok for me.
Okay, so what kind of gloves do you have there and are they what you carry on a hike or when camping?
Home depot leather ones
@@gideonstactical Much thanks, sir.
hey man ! do you prefer the kydex leather loop or the tek lok one for the BK7 from azwelke ?
You have the perfect knife now
Great video. Awesome knife
BK ALL THE WAY!!
Bought a BK7 today and put those VZ grips on it , it's pretty awesome. Std sheath though , as I'm cheap
What type of metal is this Knife made of? Is it a Type of Stainless? If not will it rust?
1095 CV is a good tough Carbon steel. I think will rust but the coating will help with it.
Your gonna definitely want a better handle for sure those grivory handles are awful 1st thing I did to my Bk2 which was a disappointment all around in my opinion it’s tough but that’s about all it’s got going for it.
Awesome review
Awesome blade Aaron an a great review Sir
Cheers Mate!
Does anyone make custom scales for the Turok?
I have searched and cannot find anything
put a choil on that beast and im gtg. i put a choil on my bk 9 its great
Awesome sheath.
Nice review!!! Will you ever be doing a BK21 review????
Not sure, time will tell.
Stippling is the cheapest way to get a better grip.
Bk7 vs Bk2 vs Schf9
Which do you prefer?
Bk7 for actual survival/outdoor stuff, Bk2 and schrade for destroying stuff in your backyard
Fällkniven a1 beats them all tho
Only upgrade i did was lightly sand blast the plastic handle now its grippy. Remove that silly top ramp. Strip its coating and now...humm guess nothing😌🤣
Sold my old car and with it went the BK2 unfortunately. The buyer is long gone lol. So the question is do I get another BK2 or the BK7?
get the BK 7
I like the BK9 :) AS MY ZOMBIE KNIFE
I’m like you, I dont like Becker handle scales. I dont like the handle design of the other Becker you showed. So, what is the next best comparable knife to the BK7 without having to “UPGRADE”? Also, I dont like finger choils like on the Esee
The BK 2 makes a better frying pan
Don't know which one I should get ...????
Becker BK7
Becker BK9
Cool 😎
Are you sure that’s a “mid weight”? That’s way on the large end. It’s literally a heavy weight to be lugging down the trail.
John Smith well maybe for some people. A heavy weight would be (for me) an 8.5-10+ inch blade length. A 7” blade is is pretty normal size for some.
Lift a dumbbell once in a while.
Dile it back in the music damn I can barley hear ya man
Someone brought an esee junglas to knife of death. It broke really fast.
Gerber Strongarm ✌️
Nah... poor performer, its a good prybar, but it cuts like a cheap chinese knock off. Also almost all of the Strongarms I have seen, not only had that bad main bevel geometry. but also the had unacceptable uneven edge bevel lines. I have seen 5 dollar Chinese knives, that had way better edges. Another problem, is the very thin handle, on a very thick blade... It should be the exact oposite for a knife like that, take for example the Ka-Bars... Only good thing about the Strongarm, is the sheath. It's limited to urban use and for tacticool guys, knife collections...
I want one
When will you review a Nepalese kukri?
Bk 10
Somehow this doesn’t add up .. y put approx 200 dollar on knife, handle and sheath and upgrade .. don’t we have better option at that price range ? If i get this knife for lower cost then that’s what i need and that’s how much I can spend .. I would not buy and waste money upgrading
I would put my Blackhawk Tatang (1085C, 8.6" blade length, 13.5" overall, .25" thick blade, exactly 1# weight) against any of the three you mentioned in the video.
I'll see your Tatang, and raise you with a (so fugly it's beautiful)Skrama.
Ha! Roll that beautiful "blade" footage. I see what ya did. Lol
Excellent knife and IMHO better knife than ESEE 6 that you push due to profile (I had ESEE 6 and gave it away), The only advantage that ESEE has is the finger troil but the damn thing just doesn't grab regardless of how sharp it is, and you can see it in all your videos of ESEE, yet you claim otherwise. FYI, many just no longer trust your reviews since you're just pushing products of your various reseller sponsors and don't do an honest review!!!
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Needs a choil:)
Nah, it's just right without a finger choil.
Skin a cat! Isn't that like a 10 yr. sentence now? You'd get more time for that than skinning a human probably!
You’re only about referring your audience to the sellers to make a buck! You’ll sell your own mother for money. Ugh!