Has the BK21 been discontinued?

[GrumpySoreOldBastard]

I was trying to order a BK21 and the first two retailers that i tried to place a order with canceled the order and said that the knife was discontinued from the manufacturer.
The third was the charm tho got the knife and couldn't be happier especially with the aftermarket G10 scales now to strip the blade coating and find a sheath that is more suitable.
Anyone know of a good leather sheath maker that is in Canada or ships to Canada?

 

[The Warrior]

Not sure, tbh. The KA-BAR site says out of stock, but it doesn't say discontinued.

 

[91bravo]

Tomars still has the BK21.

 

[The Warrior]

I contacted KA-BAR, and they confirmed that it is indeed discontinued.

 

[91bravo]

Wow, I should pick up another for a spare. Not that I would need it. I don’t think I’ve ever needed the spares that I’ve bought!

 

[The Warrior]

I had a love hate relationship with 21. Had 2 of them, and got rid of them both.

 

[91bravo]

It’s a great chopper, keep one in my truck box.

 

[91bravo]

OP, Makael makes an awesome sheath, but haven’t seen him here in a while.

 

[The Warrior]

I like the 9 better, haha. Don't have to hit the sweet spot with a straight blade.

 

[91bravo]

I like the 9 better, haha. Don't have to hit the sweet spot with a straight blade.

I like my 9s too! Both knives AND guns!

 

[Plainsman]

Im glad I got one a while back. Its not the best Becker, but it is the biggest!

Im betting sales were not high.

 

[Xr6x]

I’m glad I have one, it’s one of my favorites for removing small saplings I’ve never experienced missing the sweet spot. I believe as long as your edge is sharp and even, your good to go

I was trying to order a BK21 and the first two retailers that i tried to place an order with canceled the order and said that the knife was discontinued from the manufacturer.
The third was the charm tho got the knife and couldn't be happier especially with the aftermarket G10 scales now to strip the blade coating and find a sheath that is more suitable.
Anyone know of a good leather sheath maker that is in Canada or ships to Canada?

I went with kydex ,I prefer it . If it becomes difficult to find a leather sheath you like you might see if you like this option. The maker below might even have a leather option?

 

[The Warrior]

I found it worked okay for branches, just not great for chopping bigger sizes. Sometimes it would bite deep, and other times it did not, and sent shock down my arm.

 

[Xr6x]

I found it worked okay for branches, just not great for chopping bigger sizes. Sometimes it would bite deep, and other times it did not, and sent shock down my arm.

I kinda had the same thing happen with my 20. The first time I chopped into a log it bounced back. It had the most wonky edge out of the box I ever experienced.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

I'm not sold on the 21 either. I like the size, but it felt torquey for me when chopping. (But I'm only used to straighter blades)
I thought about cutting off the tip, but now I wont.

It's sad that they are ending their biggest.

 

[Roguer]

BK21 is still available like KC.

 

[Xr6x]

Maybe KABAR will bring back the Parangatang with a Becker handle

 

[mrn8]

I still haven't grabbed one. The 4 and 9 are in my kit, so as much as I want it, I've had a hard time justifying the purchase. I'll probably regret not having one, just like the 5 now.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Maybe KABAR will bring back the Parangatang with a Becker handle

Like (mine)?
I absolutely Love it, it's a very accurate Chopper.
*They won't.......but, we can dream!

 

[Crag the Brewer]

I still haven't grabbed one. The 4 and 9 are in my kit, so as much as I want it, I've had a hard time justifying the purchase. I'll probably regret not having one, just like the 5 now.

The 5 might be my favorite, idk I'm torn over a few