Ethan Becker founded Becker Knife & Tool in the early 1980's and set about designing, manufacturing and selling the industrial-strength tactical and survival knives that he had always wanted for himself. His products, the BK&T line, have gone a long way to making these now popular all-black knives in demand. The Kabar Becker Crewman knife is no different. It is made of. 188" thick 1095 Cro-Van Steel and offers a 5 1/2" straight edge blade. It has a black zytel handle and includes a heavy-duty polyester sheath with front pocket. The KA-BAR Becker BK10 is sure to be a hit with salty Beckerheads and those just learning about the brand.