John Ek Commando Knife Model 4

The John Ek Commando Knife Model 4 is an updated version of the combat proven jungle fighting knife. Made in collaboration by Ka-Bar with John Ek Knives, each Commando Knife comes with a Celcon sheath with a retraining strap and self-locking function. No matter what you face, you'll be on the road to victory with the EK44 at your side.

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SKU
KB-EK44
  $130.28
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Description

Features:

  • John Ek Commando Knife Model 4
  • Collaboration Between Ka-Bar and John Ek Knives
  • Includes Celcon Sheath with Retaining Strap, Self Locking Function, and Multiple Tie-Down Points
  • Parkerized Double Edged Blade Made from 1095 Cron-Van
  • Overall Length: 12 5/8"
  • Blade Length: 6 5/8"
  • Blade Features John Ek Signature, Commando Knife Co and Logo Etches
  • UPC: 617717201448
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Reviews
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<p>5 star knife in a 1 star sheath</p>
Review by Malachi P.
<p>The knife is everything that I expected.<br />The sheath is a complete disaster.<br />The retaining strap is impossible to resnap unless you remove the knife from your belt.<br />It also unsnaps with the slightest contact with anything.<br />More importantly, the retaining lugs in the sheath hold the hilt so tightly, the only way to draw the knife is to grip it firmly and jerk it out and about a 30 degree angle. Replacing it takes so much pressure that it will actually pull your pants off.<br />The knife is unusable with this sheath and will probably be returned. Sad because it's a great knife.</p>
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<p>Five-star all the way excellent lifetime knife</p>
Review by Saint A.
<p>Comes razor sharp out of the box. Everything seems to be very high quality. Definitely the best value for $100 you're not going to find a better knife</p>
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<p>Great knife! You won’t be disappointed!</p>
Review by Amelio N.
<p>Great knife !</p>
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<p>Buy it! No seriously, buy it!</p>
Review by Lavenia T.
<p>Beautiful blade, feels great to hold and wickedly sharp. Sheath is not the best unfortunately.</p>
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<p>Very satisfied, Thanks</p>
Review by Marquette M.
<p>Like</p>
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<p>EK44</p>
Review by Esteven Q.
<p>Excellent no-nonsense design, top grade steel that sharpens well and holds an edge, furniture material which provides good ergonomic grip and is anti-slip in all weather.<br /><br />Skeptical when this optional replacement was handed out to my unit, as my Ka-bar had never disappointed. Marines don't just swap out dependable gear, so it was a slow go to give the EK an honest try. Most of us switched to it and never regretted it. Being an uncompromising S.O.B., my first few deployments with EK I admit having my Ka-bar in pack as (never needed) back-up, but the EK did win me over completely.<br /><br />Carried that original EK for years, so only difference I'd note is the curved (instead of the original straight) crossguard. Build is straight-forward and solid. Scabbard is fine, but I prefer the black leather original issue scabbard I had so I had one made.<br /><br />Strongly recommend the EK44.<br /><br />Strongly recommend.</p>
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<p>kabar</p>
Review by Brendon L.
<p>very pleased with order thank you</p>
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<p>WELL MADE</p>
Review by Lisset M.
<p>Knife feels solid in the hand. Came paper cutting sharp both edges. Guard and handle very comfortable. Is heavier than my U.S.M.C. KA-BAR but feels lighter due to the balance possibly. I like the longer handle.<br />Nice sheath. If you don't like the two bumps holding the knife in, grind them down, the handle strap/snap<br />will hold it in. Highly recommend.</p>
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Great knife
Review by Tom
Well shaped. Razor-sharp - cleaned the hair from a bit of my arm. —amazing knife.
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<p>Made for one thing.</p>
Review by Cassity X.
<p>It has a highly specialized purpose; I suppose that's why very high quality knives like this are hard to find. Mine came hair-popping sharp.</p>
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<p>Freaking awesome</p>
Review by Myranda F.
<p>Everything you hope it would be!</p>
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<p>Love love love</p>
Review by Malcolm U.
<p>What can I say it's a KA-BAR, enough said amazing</p>
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<p>Combat purposes only not for bushcraft or other utility</p>
Review by Mackenna C.
<p>Solid and sharp, shaved my arm hair with it</p>
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<p>Piece of history</p>
Review by Nathen F.
<p>Perfect fighting knife. Good balance, feels comfortable in the hand. Typical KBar construction.</p>
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<p>Designed and built for a single purpose</p>
Review by Abner D.
<p>Top quality from end to end, in the classic Ek design. The balance point is right at the bolt nearest to the cross-guard, which is exactly where the thumb and forefinger would rest, and exactly where it should be. The sheath is very well made, but the strap is just something that gets in the way - the knife is securely held in place by a part of the sheath that grips the cross-guard with a reassuring "snap". Highly recommended!</p>
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<p>Ka-bar. Nuff said.....</p>
Review by Kendrix J.
<p>Great blade.</p>
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<p>Broke</p>
Review by Artavia I.
<p>Tip snapped off? Weak ....<br />Dont think i would trust this on a<br />Mission!<br /><br /></p>
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<p>Well made</p>
Review by Jovanna U.
<p>Super strong </p>
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<p>Ek in name only</p>
Review by Noela K.
<p>This is a ka bar knife. Not the EK knife I've had in the past. The quality is much lower and will hurt the brand name. Decent $100 knife, but NOT the EK I've grown to love</p>
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<p>Good combat knife</p>
Review by Irma D.
<p>The knife: solidly built, good heft, excellent grinds, great balance. The blade material seems the same as a Ka-Bar USMC knife I've had for 40 years, which has held up well to hard use. Out of the box, the point was needle sharp, but factory edges were on the dull side. A few minutes honing brought it to shaving sharpness. Balance point is in the handle, on the lower half of the first handle screw from the guard. The only gripe I have is the S-shaped guard. For me, it would be better if both quillons bent towards the tip, rather than one towards the tip and one towards the butt. It's a double-edged knife - there is no reason to have to figure out which side the edge is on in the dark, hence no need for an S-shaped guard. It fits tightly in the sheath, probably too tight. The retention lugs on the sheath which grab the guard make it a pain to draw, and impossible to draw quickly in an emergency. I'll probably let it ride with the guard outside the lugs until I can have a proper sheath made for it. That leaves about a half inch or so of the ricasso unsheathed, but it's a better option than getting dead because the knife wouldn't come out of the sheath when you need it to.</p>
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<p>It’s a sticker</p>
Review by Gared N.
<p>I carried one similar to this a number of years ago when l did security at an about to be abandoned railroad complex. It gave me a line of defense in that we were not permitted guns. We weren’t permitted knives either, but it was pretty unnerving walking through these buildings with just a flashlight. Anyway, l traded back my first Ek, but have long regretted it. Then l saw this! Had to have it. I received it quickly and in good order.<br />Two issues...one: the sheath. The retaining strap broke. Don’t really need it anyway. Two: it wasn’t quite sharp enough. Now it is. Get one...it’s a great dagger.</p>
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<p>Uneven grinds</p>
Review by Antonina A.
<p>The grinds/bevel are uneven. Nothing terrible for a user knife. But for the price, history, and name of the knife you'd expect it done right out of the box</p>
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<p>Returning the Mark II</p>
Review by Lona O.
<p>I really love this knife. Quite a few reviews cover other bits and pieces so I’ll compare this knife to the Gerber Mark II. The EK44 holds like a weapon and not like a letter opener. When comparing the widths of the two knives the EK44 is approximately 1/4 of an inch wider. Although it is difficult to see in the picture it is very evident when handling the blade. The EK44 has a good size handle and weight which would make it more effective at what it is designed to do. The Mark II is VERY light and the handle is rather short. If you make the decision to purchase this knife you will be making a good one.</p>
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<p>Great knife</p>
Review by Kameisha B.
<p>Great knife, made in america! Enough said top shelf.</p>
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<p>Great knife.</p>
Review by Minta X.
<p>Just received this; no long term notes. But I was impressed taking it out of the box. Full width tang. My sheath is excellent; with great retention and a secondary safety snap, marked made in the USA. Knife also made in the USA. Parkerization is even; blade grind is great. Guard is secure. Handle is large and comfortable. Sharp out of the box and I’ve had great results with this steel on other Ka-Bar knives.</p>
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<p>Nice weapon.</p>
Review by Eoin N.
<p>Sharp out of the box--even sharper now. Very sturdy. Nicely balanced. Long handle. Some slight imperfections in the grind but overall usably symmetrical. Considering purchase of a second unit for back-up. A sizeable primary self-defense/combat blade--not intended for bushcraft activities.</p>
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<p>Poor craftsmanship</p>
Review by Mariesa N.
<p>Knife is sharp and thick, looks like the blade is quite sturdy. The cross guard is loose with no visible ways to secure it. The sheath is a disaster. Doesn’t fit the blade. It’s too tight. Also strap clasp is not large enough to go around handle and fasten.</p>
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<p>Good knife, horrible sheath.</p>
Review by Shamil W.
<p>Maybe some things are better when made in China. I never had a more difficult time getting a knife out of a sheath. Pitty the poor soldier who needs quick access to his knife. Some suggested filing down the sheath where the knife enters. Customers shouldn't have to do this on a $100 knife. Even though I liked the knife itself, I returned it.</p>
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<p>MADE IN USA</p>
Review by Valrie L.
<p>MADE IN THE USA. No cheap Chinese garbage here.</p>
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<p>Legendary Ek knife but sheath needs work.</p>
Review by Regena Z.
<p>Knife awesome! Only complaint is the sheath, but I'm sure you know that, as I know I'm not the only one bummed out by it. The retention strap and its snap button r lame.</p>
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