Reviews and Ratings for KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath - EK45
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheathrated 4.333 stars out of 5 (6 reviews)
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KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875 inch Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath

 

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KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Renato
 Netherlands
Dec 11, 2016
Pros: Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Materials, Finish, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None

Excellent

I find this John Ek-5 knife better than the Ek-4 and better than the KA-bar 1213 or also known with leather handle as the USMC Ka-bar. As mentioned, the tip is more centered. It has better penetration than the Ek-4 (phone book test) . Plus it has a good edge for slicing cutting tasks. The handle is very ergonomical. The sheath I like the way it is. Better than leather. Carbon steel and wet leather don't mix well..
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Smallieangler
 Western PA
Jul 01, 2022
Pros: None
Cons: None

Straight Forward, Basic, Totally Practical Knife

I've long admired the EK type knives. They've always seemed to be function driven - no fancy swoops or exotic materials, just good, basic, solid design. The Model 5 is no exception. It's well-proportioned and appears to be strongly made and well crafted. It just feels good. As long as it is not abused or neglected, I can see this thing lasting forever. I don't have many "safe queens". This knife will be put to work around my place and on the trails. This thing does the names EK and KA-BAR proud!
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Dave S
 Leavenworth, Indiana
Oct 27, 2015
Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Finish, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard

excellent knife for the price

Great knife! only one con, would have liked a leather sheath.
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Schotman
 Southern Indiana
Oct 19, 2015
Pros: Handle Material, Overall Quality, Finish
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard

KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5

I think this is a very good knife for the price. I liked it so much I bought another for a friend. I don't think you will be disappointed. I only wish it came with a nice leather sheath. I will have one made for mine. COOL KNIFE, GREAT PRICE!
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
D Reuther
 Cincinnati
Oct 30, 2015
Pros: Overall Quality, Blade Material, Sheath/Scabbard, Finish, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None

New Kabar EK 5, Bowie

I was in the Marine Corps during the 80's. I liked the USMC Kabar but this new EK 5 model is better. If you get it wet you can remove the handle scales to oil it. The tip profile is more forward pointing yet it still has a little bit of belly. This design seems well planned out and I like it. I got one for myself and a couple more as gifts for Christmas. Seems like it would be a great field knife for general use. It also has potential as a fighter.
KA-BAR John Ek Commando Ek Model 5 Fixed 6.875" Black 1095 Bowie Blade, GFN Handles, Celcon Sheath
rated 1 stars out of 5
Edgelord Me
 New England
Apr 01, 2023
Pros: None
Cons: None

Broke, bad heat treatment

This knife chipped really bad with the unmodified factory edge in initial testing of limbing a small tree, so badly that it couldn't be repaired. Also, the grip is way too long, the knife only has a 7" blade but the overall length of it is the same as my 8" bladed knives because of the long grip, it's just wasted space and makes it awkward to carry. Extremely disappointed.