KA-BAR Knives
VerifiedFounded in 1898 in Olean, New York, KA-BAR is America's most storied fixed-blade knife maker. Their USMC fighting knife — unchanged in design since World War II — has been carried by generations of Marines, and every KA-BAR-branded knife is forged and finished at their Olean, New York factory. The company is a subsidiary of Cutco Corporation, also headquartered in Olean.
Products by KA-BAR Knives
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$120-$165KA-BAR Becker BK9 Combat Bowie Fixed Blade Knife
The largest knife in the Becker series, the BK9 pairs a traditional American Bowie profile with Ethan Becker's ergonomic grip design. The 9.25-inch 1095 Cro-Van clip-point blade excels at demanding fieldcraft, camp duties, and tactical applications. Made in Olean, New York, and shipped with a MOLLE-compatible heavy-duty black polyester sheath.
$85-$120KA-BAR Becker BK2 Campanion Fixed Blade Knife
Designed by knife designer Ethan Becker and made in Olean, New York, the BK2 Campanion is the versatile workhorse of the Becker series. Its 5.25-inch 1095 Cro-Van drop-point blade handles everything from splitting kindling to skinning game, while the glass-filled Ultramid handle provides a sure grip in any weather. Ships with a MOLLE-compatible hard plastic sheath.
$75-$115KA-BAR 1217 USMC Fighting Knife
The most famous fixed blade in the world, made in Olean, New York since World War II. The 1217 features a 7-inch clip-point 1095 Cro-Van steel blade, brown stacked-leather handle, and a leather sheath — the same design carried by generations of US Marines. Rockwell hardness of 56–58 and a flat-ground blade deliver the edge retention and toughness that earned it a permanent place in military history.