Is the steel sk5 or crovan 1095? On the KaBar website it said the new American made one's are made of 1095 crovan.
62596
I got this knife when it was still being made in taiwan, and at that point it was made in SK5. They probably changed to 1095 cro van when they started making them in America. I have a couple other knives made with SK5 and 1095 crovan and I can't tell the difference. I did a little research and discovered that these two steels are very similar.
62597
This is the American made one. The blade isn't stamped with the steel type so we'll have to assume it's crovan.
1393272
Yes. 1095 chrome vanadium. Just about any knife from Ontario/Ka-Bar/Becker/Old Hickory/ESEE is going to be high carbon, unless otherwise clearly stated.
661521
It's actually made in Pakistan, but the steel quality is better than I have ever seen from there. If you want a good U.S. made bowie I would suggest Ontario Knives. I have an excellent bowie from them. They make knives and tools for special forces. They are tactical so if you want a traditional style try Case.
526686
Basically the same knife. USMC had the fighting knife made by several manufacturers, Ka-bar and Ontario are just two of several. All are made to the same specifications.
2259438
they formerly were american made... A GOOD PRODUCT,,, i have one of the imports,, i am reserving judgement on them... they must have to meet the schrade standards,, but with the stainless steel blades,, i am not sure... the blades are not as stiff an formerly a definite minus.. a thicker blade could be used better for heavy cutting.and i do prefer the highcarbon steel for taking an edge
567070
Yes it is 1095 Cro Van which is KBAR's unique type of 1095, seems about the same as any other 1095 which is all around great hard use steel.
2246827
I'm pretty sure all Cold Steel products are made in America. I have a lot of their products I really like them
1537727
The sheath is not, Kabar is made by Buck Knives U.S. Co. Can't say for sure it was "made " in U.S.
1506998
I just got my SCHF3N this morning. According to the website fletcherandersons.com the knife is made of "7Cr17 high carbon stainless steel".Does anyone know how to tell the difference in materials? There was no indication on the box.BTW the sheath is really cheeeep. But at least the knife is fairly good.
1784687
I don't know, but you've made me want to know. I fired an email to the Havalon corporate headquarters in Cincinnati asking if the knife was made using American labor, and/or if it was assembled here with parts made offshore. I sure hope it's made here, but I kind of doubt it. I wish I could be more helpful, but I'll re-post here when I get an answer from Havalon.
358681
The Knife will have Ka Bar Logo and USA stamped into the metal. There should be Official literature from Ka Bar; about the knife and history with the company. The knife will also be a full tang knife...it does not mean much but a quality that does separate itself. My knives have all been authentic.
1037898
Yes they are. The 22 designation is simply because it has a different sheath that keeps it from being dulled while its pulled out. i would do a search for bk-2(2) custom scales through google. You can typically find people who sell them as this is a well modded knife due to its steel, 1095 a high carbon great for large camp knifes and survivals knives, and its (relatively) cheap cost.
193232
No, it's made from 1095 CroVan, specially heat treated from Kabar, if I'm not mistaken. Amazing blade, even better edge retention. I frequently use it as a kitchen knife, and some light/medium wood processing chores outside, and I can still shave with it.
1225988
It is exactly the one on the left in the picture, the Basic skeletool with the serrated blade, 420 HC steel (which sharpens easily), and aluminum liners to reduce weight. Not sure what model number it is. I find it very lightweight and useful, really my EDC knife until I get myself a CRTK.
796139
Yes , this one is USA made. Holds a razor sharp edge for quite a long time. Made from good materials.
771092
the knife pictured, wit the brass guard, is the newer model with O-1. However, there are many SK-5 knives in inventory online, so I would try to ask before buying. O-1 is an absolutely wonderful, first-class carbon tool steel. That said, there is nothing wrong with SK-5, which is a quality, Japanese 1080 carbon steel. In fact, some might prefer the SK-5 as it will likely rust slightly less, and more importantly, will have more impact strength and toughness, (though O-1 is still pretty darn tough.)
193229
No. Its 1095 crovan high carbon steel. Not to bad to sharpen, but then again i use diamond stones. The 1095 takes a lot of abuse and holds a edge for a while.