How does this knife compare to a Ka-Bar?
1019269
kabars are pretty good in my opinion theyre too plain for me personally but they are good knives. i like sogs better im out camping in all weather every weekend and ive had my sog for quite a while and its still in perfect condition. the grn handle fits my taste too im not a fan of leather wrapped like the marine kabar knife because i had one that the handle got waterlogges and started to flake and chip away. still a strong knife just the handle started going bad after a while. sog is my recommendation unless you have money for higher quality knives such as tops. zt. etc...
1019270
Very different knives. Almost as good of quality. I prefer the Ka-Bar but like this one as well.
2039374
It's dependable and durable. It comes pretty sharp and the metal is good. But it's not better than a Ka Bar. It's rat tail tang, and the balance is not very good.
1492040
the weight distribution in this knife makes it not the best to cut down trees with (kinda like kabars), if you compare it to a more blade-heavy knife like the recon scout or the trailmaster by cold steel. i own those four knives and honestly, while it's the most beautiful of the bunch, the KK is not the most efficient in the field. i consider it as a display knife. for even better performance, durability and overall value, i like the kabar better. and when it's time to go cut some wood, i bring one of the cold steels and i am confident it wont break on me. but your question was can it cut small trees down & split wood. and my answer is yes, and with style.
53936
The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to answer as best as I can. These arent armchair opinions either. I own or have friends who own, and we use them in the woods. The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to... » Read More The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to answer as best as I can. These arent armchair opinions either. I own or have friends who own, and we use them in the woods. « Show Less
232689
Get a military knife instead if its for personal safety. Most people favour 7" plus blades with more weight for tactical tasks rather than shorter and lighter knives like this Kabar.
956402
Both are very good knives. I chose the RAT for price and blade size. It is very solid, has reversible clip, opens very easily (almost feels like it has an assist), and came with a very sharp blade.
1646006
The bayonet is a superior blade. It is certainly Ka-Bar quality, and you will be very happy with it. Be careful unpacking you can shave with both sides of it. The laser light is very good quality also. Just make sure you buy the correct lite. One is for the swing out cylinder and one is for the removable cylinder. The clearances have very little tolerance. It is a precisely made product.
863313
I had a usmc kabar for over 6 years. It was used throughout Afghanistan and then some. Not hard use because it's a combat knife afterall. I recently bought us army one from here and it seems a bit different. I mean it is the same steel and all but just feels different. Not by much. Maybe it's just me.
605307
Actually I own both knives and they are all about the same and will do the job equally. Both are the same size blade same thickness same durability. The only noticeable difference is in the color of the handle. I always have one or the other in my vehicle at all times. It's an extremely useful tool.
2064065
First, why would a brand new Ka-Bar need sharpening? Hell of a fine knife, as generations of US Marines will quickly tell you.Second, check the list of makers and sharpening angles included in the Smith's package.It may have the settings you need on your knife on that sharpener.If not, do what I did with my Gerbers and contact Ka-Bar directly for the correct sharpening angle.I love this sharpener and have put great edges on every thing from hunting knives to my Brother-in-Law's prized German kitchen knives.Hope this helps!
2146310
Really depends on what you intend to use it for, this is a lot bigger then the fighting style ka bar. As an 'everyday' knife I'd go with something smaller. This is a great camp knife though
1297113
The Brown Ka-Bar has the traditional leather wrapped handle as opposed to the black synthetic as pictured. It is 100% personal preference. I prefer the synthetic for my use. The leather needs to be conditioned over time to keep from aging. Good care of this blade will last you for many generations to come. Hope this helped
1021355
Allie you should consider the kabar bk 5 magnum camp. Its not a serrated blade and its perfect for carving/hunting hog. All around great blade. Its has a whole range of purposes. You will love it! I truely love all my knives but the kabar bk 5 is the best!
911950
I believe it is but I've never physically owned one or compared the two. This one however is a great knife and I recommend it.
545367
With stainless steel it works very very well! It's worth buying just to keep your home knives and things like pocket knives really sharp. After my experience with trying to sharpen my own KABAR, I'll never again subject my Kabar to the AccuSharp. It just seems to remove too much metal & destroy the edge I'd had on it for a long time. Others may have had a different experience, but I'll go back to sharpening my Kabar the old fashioned way, with a wet stone!
710564
They are both good but be aware! The KA 7 cup comes with a 2mm slicer and they do not sell any others to fit it! You are limited to very thin slices for ever and ever.........
818645
If you have smaller hands you wont like the grips of the ff6. The Ontario sp6 (same great blade) will fit you better. Yes, I have both and the sp6 sells for less and handles better. I now have two sp6 and one ff6. More free advise-If you're looking at the ka-bar, the cold steel leatherneck handles better. (same reason)