Not much more to add. A brand in itself. Excellent workmanship. The knife fits perfectly in the hand. It has its weight but is not too heavy. Super sharp right out of the box, cuts paper like butter, you can even shave. I have always dreamed of this knife and finally have it. For me, it’s simply beautiful. The price is a bit high but you get a super durable and versatile tool. Highly recommend. I'm very satisfied.
Ka-Bar Black GFN Sheath 1213 Military knife.
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€133.05
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Sleek, black, modern update of the legendary Ka-Bar 1217 knife, distinguished from the classic version by its handle constructed from anti-slip Kraton G material.
Forged from a single piece of premium 1095 Cro-Van carbon steel, the knife features a straight-edged blade with a bowie-style profile and a shallow fuller, finished with a non-reflective black coating. A steel cross guard offers effective protection against hand slippage onto the blade.
Supplied with a robust sheath crafted from black GFN-PA66 composite (glass fiber reinforced nylon).
Technical data
Steel: 1095 Cro-Van, 56-58 HRC
Blade length: 178 mm
Blade thickness: 4.2 mm
Handle: Kraton-G
Overall length: 298 mm
Weight: 304 g
Manufacturer: Ka-Bar, USA
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Ka-Bar is a brand whose history dates back to the late 19th century, and which gained real fame during World War II, when the Fighting Utility model was officially adopted by the US Marine Corps. The durable and versatile knife quickly became legendary, proving itself both in combat and in the daily tasks of soldiers. The name Ka-Bar itself comes from the 1920s, when a trapper described in a letter how he managed to “kill a bear” with a Union Cutlery knife. In 1952, wanting to emphasize the power of this symbol, the company officially changed its name to Ka-Bar Knives Inc., and its products are still considered a model of reliability today. An important chapter in the brand's history is also its collaboration with Ethan Becker, which resulted in the Becker series, highly valued by users, combining practical solutions with a modern approach to knife design.
| Type | Fixed blade |
|---|---|
| Style | Military-tactical |
| Blade length | 178 mm |
| Blade thickness | 4.2 mm |
| Blade profile | Bowie |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Good |
| Corrosion resistance | Low |
| Lock type | Fixed blade |
| Overall length | 298 mm |
| Blade material | 1095 Cro-Van |
| Opening method | Fixed blade |
| Handle | Kraton Elastomer |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | Yes |
| Weight | 304 g |
| EAN | 617717212130 |
| Manufacturer code | 1338 |
| Brand | Ka-Bar |
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Number of reviews: 11
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A solid knife. Practical, handy, and lightweight. I recommend it.
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Very nice knife, it has its weight and doesn’t fit my hand perfectly, but overall it feels solid. Unfortunately, the black coating on the blade rubs off very easily, so after the first more intense use, the knife loses a lot of its elegance, but that's just an aesthetic issue. For now, I have no other complaints.
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Great knife, has a super grip, fits very well in the hand, pierces and cuts well, and is easy to sharpen. The knife is very easy to carry in the sheath. I've had it for 5 years now and haven't had any problems with it, I highly recommend it.
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Great, super handy, the handle is slightly smaller than larger models, which fits well in the hand. The sharpness of the new knife is perfect, the sheath is also flawless, a very versatile knife, therefore a well-deserved 5 stars.
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1213 is the set number – knife 1211 + functional holster. The knife pierces and cuts well, is heavy but comfortable, requires a lot of strength. The holster has a safety feature to prevent the knife from slipping out. I recommend this set.
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Very durable, sharp, lightweight, and very ergonomic. The Kraton handle provides a very secure grip, even with a wet hand. BUT the sheath of this knife (made from plastic with glass fiber mix) dulls the blade terribly; after a few pulls it wouldn’t even cut paper (the version with a leather sheath is a much better solution in my opinion).
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What more can I say, a piece of solid steel!
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Everyone interested probably knows that this model is about perfection, history proves its usefulness. As for the holster, at first I had doubts—after all, a leather sheath is more classic. However, it was enough to wrap the GFN sheath with paracord and mount the knife horizontally on the belt for all doubts to disappear. Now I can’t imagine carrying it any other way than horizontally. I recommend it :)
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Solid, well-made, and very sharp out of the box. The set comes with a cool plastic sheath that allows you to attach the knife in many ways. Overall, it is well balanced and fits well in the hand.
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Great survival knife! Excellent for longer trips to the forest! I recommend it.
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