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KA-BAR BK9 Becker Combat Bowie - 9.00" 1095 Cro-Van Black Powder Coated Clip Point Bowie Blade - Black Ultramid Handles (BK9)
Overview & Heritage: The KA-BAR BK9 Becker Combat Bowie is a legendary, heavy-duty wilderness field and tactical chopping knife designed by renowned custom knifemaker and outdoor expert Ethan Becker. Handcrafted in Olean, New York, USA, the BK9 combines the devastating chopping power of a traditional bowie knife with the lightweight agility of a full-sized field tool. Purpose-engineered for survivalists, bushcrafters, wilderness guides, and tactical operators, the BK9 excels at heavy batoning, limb chopping, shelter construction, and demanding wilderness clearing chores.
Blade & Performance: Featuring a massive 9.00-inch clip point bowie blade forged from high-toughness 1095 Cro-Van carbon steel, the BK9 provides exceptional impact resistance, lateral strength, and easy field maintenance. The blade is treated with a non-reflective black protective powder coating that shields the carbon steel against environmental oxidation while eliminating tactical glare. Engineered with a robust flat grind and a forward-weighted mass distribution, this knife delivers extraordinary leverage for chopping and wood processing without causing excessive user fatigue.
Handle, Lock & Ergonomics: Built on a massive, full-length broad tang frame, the handle is fitted with removable Black Ultramid glass-reinforced nylon scale handles. Ergonomically contoured with Ethan Becker's trademark handle shape, Ultramid provides an unshakeable, shock-absorbing grip that minimizes hand hot-spots during heavy chopping. An extended rear steel pommel functions as an effective field hammer or crushing tool and includes an integrated lanyard hole. The knife comes complete with a heavy-duty black polyester sheath featuring a hard insert, front accessory pocket, and MOLLE-compatible belt attachment loops.
*Bench Notes & Field Care Guidance:*
1095 Cro-Van is an ultra-tough, high-performance American carbon steel, but it is non-stainless. While the black powder coat shields the primary body of the blade, the exposed cutting edge requires regular maintenance. After field use, clean and thoroughly dry the blade, then apply a protective layer of mineral oil, gun oil, or TUFF-GLIDE before storing. Wash the Ultramid handle scales and synthetic sheath using warm water and mild dish soap as needed.
Key Features
- 1095 Cro-Van Carbon Steel: High-toughness American carbon steel engineered for extreme impact resistance, heavy chopping, and easy field sharpening.
- Ethan Becker Ergonomic Design: World-renowned wilderness geometry optimized for high-leverage chopping and long-term hand comfort.
- Non-Reflective Black Epoxy Powder Coat: Protective tactical finish shields carbon steel surfaces from corrosion and eliminates glare.
- Shock-Absorbing Ultramid Handles: Glass-reinforced nylon scales absorb heavy chopping impact and resist extreme climate conditions.
- Full Broad Tang Construction: Delivers maximum structural integrity for heavy batoning and extreme outdoor survival tasks.
- Heavy-Duty MOLLE Sheath: Features a protective hard insert, front gear accessory pouch, and versatile belt or pack attachment straps.
- Made in the USA: Proudly manufactured in Olean, New York to KA-BAR's rigorous quality standards.
Product Specifications
- Brand: KA-BAR Knives
- Series: Becker Knife & Tool (BK&T)
- Model: BK9 Becker Combat Bowie
- MPN: BK9
- Clean MPN: BK9
- UPC/EAN: 617717200090
- Country of Origin: USA (Knife) / China (Sheath)
- Blade Length: 9.00"
- Cutting Edge Length: 8.75"
- Closed Length: N/A (Fixed Blade)
- Overall Length: 14.75"
- Blade Thickness: 0.210"
- Blade Steel: 1095 Cro-Van Carbon Steel
- Blade Hardness: 56-58 HRC
- Blade Style: Clip Point Bowie
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Black Powder Coat
- Edge Type: Plain
- Lock/Tang Structure: Full Tang
- Handle Material: Ultramid Glass-Reinforced Nylon
- Handle Color: Black
- Handle Texture: Ergonomic Smooth Contour
- Accessories/Hardware: Black Polyester Sheath with Front Accessory Pocket
- Overall Weight: 17.60 oz (498.95 g) [Knife Only] / 23.20 oz (657.71 g) [With Sheath]
