Ka-Bar 2217 Big Brother 9.38" Fixed Blade Knife, Clip Point, Part Serrated, Black 1095 Cro-Van Blade, Brown Leather Handle
$146.48
$155.05
(You save
$8.57
)
- Blade Type:
- Clip Point
- Blade Material:
- 1095 Cro-Van
- Bade ength:
- 9.38"
- OAL:
- 14.38"
- Handle Description:
- Brown
- Edge Type:
- Part Serrated
- Weight:
- 14.40 oz
- No. of Blades:
- 1
- Sheath:
- Leather
The Ka-Bar 2217 Big Brother is a serious fixed blade knife built for hunters, field workers, and anyone who needs a reliable tool that won't quit. At 9.38 inches overall, it's substantial without being unwieldy—large enough to handle camp tasks and game processing, compact enough to carry comfortably on your belt. This is Ka-Bar's reputation for durability in a more robust package than their classic combat knife.
The blade combines a clip point profile with a partial serrated edge, giving you the precision of a sharp point for detailed cuts and the bite of serration when you need aggressive cutting power. The 1095 Cro-Van steel (a carbon-steel blend) holds an edge well and is known for taking a sharp point—it requires maintenance, but it rewards that care with genuine performance that stainless can't quite match. The black finish resists corrosion and glare, and the brown leather handle offers a secure, proven grip that breaks in over time rather than aging out.
Ka-Bar has been outfitting serious users—military, hunters, trappers, outdoor professionals—since 1923. This isn't a knife designed to impress on Instagram; it's designed to work. The Big Brother fits that lineage: honest steel, a handle that works, and the kind of simplicity that means nothing gets in the way when you need to cut.
Key Features
- 9.38-inch overall length—substantial blade with clip point and partial serrated edge
- 1095 Cro-Van steel blade—excellent edge retention and sharpening ease
- Black finish resists corrosion and reduces glare
- Brown leather handle—secure grip that develops character with use
- Fixed blade design—no moving parts, maximum reliability
- Includes sheath for safe carry and storage
Specifications
| Product | Ka-Bar 2217 Big Brother Fixed Blade Knife |
| Blade Material | 1095 Cro-Van Steel |
| Blade Finish | Black |
| Blade Edge | Clip Point, Part Serrated |
| Overall Length | 9.38 inches |
| Handle Material | Brown Leather |
| Includes | Sheath |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the clip point and serrated edge on this knife?
The clip point gives you a sharp, controllable tip for precise cutting and detail work—perfect for skinning and processing game. The partial serrated section bites harder into tougher materials when you need aggressive cutting power. Together, they make the Big Brother versatile enough for camp, field, and hunting tasks.
Is the 1095 Cro-Van blade stainless steel?
No. 1095 Cro-Van is a carbon-steel blend that holds an edge exceptionally well and sharpens easily, but it requires regular maintenance and will develop patina over time. If you need a truly maintenance-free blade, stainless is a better choice—but many experienced users prefer the edge-holding and sharpening properties of carbon steel enough to accept the care it demands.
What's included with the Ka-Bar 2217?
The knife comes with a sheath, ready for carry on your belt or pack.
Who should carry a 9.38-inch fixed blade?
Hunters processing game, campers and overlanders doing camp tasks, trappers, outdoor professionals, and anyone who wants a serious fixed blade without oversizing. At 9.38 inches it's larger than a general-purpose pocket knife but still reasonable to carry and draw.
