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World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Gulf War, Iraq War

Testimonials & Combat Experiences and the Lives Behind the Ek Knife

Two crossed Ek Commando Knives form the center of the U.S. Army Rangers' "Best Ranger" trophy. "Lead the way", Ranger - with Ek Commando Knives!

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Words from Combatants/Customers

"I consider Ek knives to be every bit the equal of Randalls. They are beautiful, well made, sturdy and have a great history behind them. I've owned them for 15 years, and they are the 'Real McCoy'!"
- G.W., Dallas

"Dad loves knives and made it home with many types. I have the same 'affliction' and over 30 years of covert ops. I took [my Ek] on the Iran Hostage Rescue Raid in 1980. I took a Randall #1 and Dad's Ek when I was a bodyguard to the Shah of Iran."
- P. C., Arizona

"Have been familiar with your products for years. Own several Ek knives already. Have owned 5 Randall knives in the past and believe them to be inferior [to Ek knives]."
- Bob P.

"I must say it is truly a work of art. The finish is beautiful. I have owned Randall knives in the past, and I must say that your product really exceeds the Randall. I have already determined my next Ek purchase."
- Dan D., FL

"I've always owned Randall's, and I've owned Ek's – along with a host of Ontario RAT's and others – and for military use I prefer my Ek's."
- R.T., Maryland

"I'm currently a Sergeant with the New York City Police Department and have carried an Ek knife for many years now, when it isn't actually on my person it sets in my patrol bag at my side. This knife I have carried has served me well, very well as a matter of fact."
- Sgt. NYPD

"The greatest knife in the entire WORLD is the Ek Knife. I've owned mine for over 15 years, and I cannot go to sleep without that knife beside me (my wife doesn't care for that). The sheath is tied to a leg of my nightstand so I can get it quickly if I need it."
- M.S., Stockbroker, D.C.

"M3 it will be then. You know I think its rather humourous that we who work in this field always are given "new" and improved kit. But we always seem to come back to what is practical, tried and true. They have issued me a SOG seal pup with my new kit. It will sit in my BBox and collect dust, machined, chunk of junk. Reminds me of something a clerk would use to open the mail. Aside from sitting funny and a new fondness for more padding on vehicle seats, I will be back in the sand lot soon."
- Sgt T.C., Canadian Forces

"They are the best available in all regards and can be relied on in any situation, under any condition."
- P.A.

"I have been a user of Ek knives since my Army days. I also gave my son and my nephew Ek knives when they entered the military."
- Ron T., WY

"My Ek knife has been around the world and back a couple of times. It is a great knife -- I wouldn't sell it for the world!"
- J.W., Navy Seabees, VA

"Everyone in the Military knows Ek knives. They are the standard - the benchmark."
- Mike M., Kansas

"The knife is superb and by far the best in my collection! I believe it won't be long until I do more business with you. All the best from Norway!"
- M.G.L., Norway

"You have an excellent product."
- J.W.M., Calif.

"I've been in the combat/self-defense/weaponry field for more than 40 years and have often recommended, as well as written about, the terrific Ek Commando Knives. I have felt that these knives were among the best in the world since I first picked one up, decades ago. The references in Close Quarters are only my most recent in regard to Ek knives. I was a close friend and associate of Col. Rex Applegate for more than 25 years, and on more than one occasion, during our discussions regarding fighting knives I expressed my admiration for the Ek models. The Colonel agreed."
-Bradley J. Steiner Published, "Close Quarters"

"I am writing to tell you about the best combat knife ever made. The Ek. During Desert Shield/Storm I carried an Ek Bowie style wrapped in parachute cord. I used my knife for everything from opening MRE's to cutting metal, and never once did it fail me. It kept a keen edge with only a minimum of maintenance. I knew I could always count on it when I needed to cut something."
- W.M.

"I had one of your knives in 'Nam – they are phenomenal, phenomenal knives. I'm ordering an M4 for my son who is in Iraq." - T.C., Iowa

"I own numerous Ek knives and greatly appreciate them. Your knives are truly unique and I get more positive feedback on them that any others in my vast collection. I own hundreds of first class knives."
- D.W., OH

"My Ek M4 is my prize possession."
- D.S., Mich.

"It is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. Undoubtedly, the best of its kind which I've ever handled."
- A.M., Scotland

"That Ek knife has been with me on every continent in the world. It's an excellent knife!"
- B.G., USMC, Wash.

"Thank you for producing a World Class product that is second to NONE!"
- CW3 RH, Tikrit/Ft. Bragg, 82nd Airborne

"I was in Special Forces in Vietnam in the early '60's. I remember some of our guys carried Ek's. I don't remember having seen any Randalls – they were too expensive!"
- J.M., NY

"A pleasure doing business with you. You were willing to go the extra mile for your customer. Now I'll rest easy in a foreigh, possibly unfriendly, country. Thanks again."
- L.H., Merchant Marines

I am a firm believer in your products. When I flip through magazines and see other knife makers' offerings, I smile and keep turning pages; I know I already have the best. I have enjoyed your friendly and helpful correspondence – speaks volumes for you and your company."
- J.T., P.E., Louisville, MS

"Ek is the premier organization in this country for military combat knives. I recommend them. I have black belts in four of the martial arts, and I teach close combat and knife fighting across the country and overseas to military personnel (most recently, Marines at Camp Pendleton), Air Marshals, public leaders and many independent classes."
- T.M., Illinois

"Wow, what a beauty! The craftsmanship displayed by your company's knife-makers is very impressive."
- A.M. Glasgow, Scotland

"We have always loved and recommended the Ek Fighting Knives. They are durable in the extreme, beautifully balanced, razor sharp, and possessed of a stout steel blade point that can be driven through a chunk of solid wood. (Human bodies pose no problem when thrusting - even through heavy clothing - with an Ek!) All of Ek's knives are beauties."
- Close Quarters: The Professional Journal of Ungentlemanly Warfare, August 2007

"The Ek M4 is about the best combat stiletto in the world...well worth the price."
- Close Quarters: The Professional Journal of Ungentlemanly Warfare, March 2008

"I've been in the combat/self-defense/weaponry field for more than 40 years and have often recommended, as well as written about, the terrific Ek Commando Knives. I have felt that these knives were among the best in the world since I first picked one up, decades ago. The references in Close Quarters are only my most recent in regard to Ek knives. I was a close friend and associate of Col. Rex Applegate for more than 25 years, and on more than one occasion, during our discussions regarding fighting knives I expressed my admiration for the Ek models. The Colonel agreed."
-Bradley J. Steiner, Publisher, Close Quarters

"Only one of my friends who serves with the Dutch Commando's knew a colleague who had one for sale. It was gone before I could buy it. Now I know where to buy them, I will look around for more people who want o buy your knives."
- P.V., Renkum, Holland

"I plan to let my children have the Ek's that I have carried in Iraqi Freedom (Iraq) and now Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan). If I go on a fourth combat tour anywhere, you can bet I'll carry another Ek. Thank you for a jam up product."
- SFC G.S., Afghanistan

"I own quite a few blades, from Bowie types to the latest 6-inch military utility knives. The Ek is easily the best balanced. Certainly, I have never had a better-balanced knife in my hand... If you are in need – truly in need – of a fighting knife, look hard at the Ek. You will be in good company.
- TACTICAL KNIVES

"My Ek Model 5 Bowie has been with me in the desert 3 or 4 times, and you can't beat it with a stick! I've had Randalls, but my Ek Bowie tops them hands down. It's awesome!"
- Petty Officer K., USN - Amphibs

"I just wanted to tell you guys how proud I am to own an Ek knife. Ek knives simply make other combat knives obsolete."
- C.M.

"My Ek knife saved my life in the 'Nam and now my grandson has one in Iraq. I have Randall's, Gerber's, Kabars, but none compare with Ek knives as true fighting knives. None have served me better than my Ek did in the A Shau valley in '67. My Car-15 jammed and I was up close and personal with an NVA in the elephant grass. I thought that I had bought the farm. Then he started screwing around with his SKS's bolt; long story short I used my Ek and his day got very bad. I am here to tell you about it because of my Ek. It went through an ammo bandoleer and still got the job done. I do not believe my other knife (no names – begins with G) would have done the job with one thrust. Without a doubt in my mind I believe that an Ek knife is the best Fighting Knife in the world. An old LRP."
- M.T., RI

"I just received my Ek SF4 in the mail this morning...I must say, it exceeds all my expectations...I saw one when I was in Vietnam, but didn't realize how great a knife this is...I was in the infantry with the 9th infantry division in the Delta...I wish I had one then. I know this knife would have stood up very well in all the mud and water of the Delta...It took me a long time to find you, but I'm so glad I finally did...Thanks much."
- Paul P.

"I love it. It is a beautiful knife. The craftsmanship on it is unsurpassed."
- P.T., GA

"I am a platoon leader deployed to Iraq with the 82nd ABN DIV and would first like to say that I love my Ek Knife! It was given to me by a close friend about two weeks before I deployed. Almost seven months later I am, still taking it out on every patrol my platoon goes on (70+ and counting). Thank you for providing a great weapon and tool for the American Soldier. You have a history and lineage that you can be proud of."
- RW, Iraq

"I have had a couple of Ek Commando knives in the past and they are the best quality knife I have ever had the honour to own and use."
- M.R., New Zealand

"I am a repeat customer. As well as using an Ek over here in Afghanistan, I also collect them. They just are a damn good knife to have anytime, anywhere, anyplace, any reason. Thank you and keep up the good work."
- SFC G.A.S., Afghanistan

"I plan to let my children have the Ek's that I have carried in Iraqi Freedom (Iraq) and nor Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan). If I go on a fourth combat tour anywhere, you can bet I'll carry another Ek. Thank you for a jam up product."
- SFC G.S., Afghanistan

"I carried one of your M4's throughout my service career (interesting times) and could trust my life with it. I served 24 years and deployed in just about every hotspot during that time."
- David, Ex-42 Commando Royal Marines

"When I opened the package, my company First Sergeant immediately recognized the Ek knife and explained its quality and usefulness. He also shared that he is an owner of an Ek knife. It certainly surpasses my issued Ka-Bar."
- 2nd Lt. J.K., USMC, Iraq

"I was a Navy Seabee, and we heard about your Ek knives from the Marines. Now I want one!"
- G.W., Okla.

"Thank you so very much for your personalized attention, I appreciate it a bunch! Looking forward to purchasing more of your darn fine products!"
-M.B., Guatemala

"I acquired my Ek Combat Knife when I was a teen. I had traded a folding knife to a friend who appreciated the Ek but had not use for it. I kept it in perfect condition for years, only taking it out to admire the full length double edged blade and cord wrapped handle. At 23 I enlisted in the Army as an infantryman. When it came time to deploy to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, I packed the knife alongside all the other things that I would depend on for that year.

To Iraqis the sight of soldiers with rifles is somewhat pedestrian. That are well aware that there are Rules of Engagement that soldiers must follow. They are usually fairly cavalier and even belligerent to soldiers when asked questions. However, the mere sight of the naked blade of the Ek changes cocky smiles into looks of nauseating dread.

The presence of the Ek Combat Knife changes the dynamics of a situation drastically. The idea of being shot, while horrible, is rather abstract. Most people have never been shot, so their mind doesn't automatically associate a firearm with pain. However, everyone has been cut before, and the sight of a blade congers memories of very real pain. The psychological impact of a good blade is unmeasurable."
- S.M., Washington

"It's excellent – you could easily double the price – I know, I've got some really good ones (knives) – I've been in the Marine Corps for 20 years."
- S.C.

"Thanks for continuing to make a great knife. I have tried several makes including Randall's, but yours is still superior. No wonder it has such a long history participating in conflicts and wars. I 'loaned' one of my M4's to a Navy SEAL friend of mine and it became his 'birthday present'. He liked it so much during his deployment to the mid-east, he decided he couldn't part with it. Like I said, your knives are the best in their class."
- M.W., California

"I do own one of the Ek knives, and find it to be a fine blade, rarely carried because I think so highly of it. An heirloom of sorts."
- C.D., Richmond, VA

"The Ek Bowie is one of the best all-around tools I've ever owned and the best knife. I use it as a comparison to every other knife I ever consider. Your sheaths are also the best."
- M.S., Tenn.

"The Ek knife is lightweight, yet heavy-duty, the closest thing to a razor-sharp pry bar you can get!"
- R.T., Chestertown, MD

"My grandson's C.O. was a little jealous over my grandson's Ek knife – his was a lot better than the C.O.'s! I have three grandsons in or going to Iraq, and all three have Ek knives."
- M.N., Hardin, MT

In February, 2001, I was aboard the U.S.S. Duluth (LPD-6), an Amphib, visiting our oldest son, then a Lieutenant of Marines. I ran into this Marine, equipped with an Ek S/F3! Small world."
- Bob Buerlein (Ek President)

"One of my buddies in Iraq had one of your knives, and when I go back to Iraq I want to put my K-bar in the drawer and take your M4."
- M.A., USMC

"I just got the CW5 Bowie. The catalog does not do it justice. Thanks for the service you and your company provides and pass on to your folks that they have made a fine product."
- MSG A.T., Baghdad

"I bought my first Ek Commando back in the 1980's. It has been my constant companion and "silent partner" at home and in a few travels around the world. I taught martial arts for over twenty years to civilians and military personnel and have used the Ek Commando as an example of the best combat/fighting/defense knife ever made. Many of my students have bought and used these knives on my recommendation. They have all been very happy with their knives. Ek knives don't give way. I have never owned a knife as sharp and deadly as an Ek, and feel safe with it at my side when things get dicey."
- Kelly

"Once you see one and use one it sells itself – it's a time-proven design."
- R.P., Richmond, VA

Dietmar Pohl, military knife author in Germany and designer of many respected Boker Knives of Germany loves his Boker knives, but, as you can see, he also owns and collects Ek Commando Knives!

"I have been looking for the right blade for myself (high kidnap risk)...Actually gave up on finding a good double edge fighting knife and thought I would have to make my own. So glad I found out about Ek."
- R.M., Iraq

"I served two tours in Korea in the early 1990's, and your S/F5 Bowie served me REAL well. Senior NCO's and officers were always after it. One officer offered me $500 for it. As always, I told him, 'It's not for sale'!"
- F.G.E., Jr., Ohio

"The Handprint Micarta grips are something that need to be felt to be appreciated."
- M.F., Falls Church, VA

"I've had an Ek for some time, and every time I pull it out of the sheath people say, "Where did you get THAT!"
- Recon Marine Major

"Not many people and organizations have the integrity to do that kind of high-quality work. I really appreciate it, and I'll be ordering more."- P.B., Ill.

"No Marine worth his salt leaves home without an Ek knife. I feel they are the best. I own an old warrior -- it has saved me a few times. It is a lot of comfort for me."
- J.W., Idaho

"The knives are excellent, the fit, the finish and quality materials used are worth the price of the knives. The service from your company is also very commendable."
- R.I., Kandahar, Afghanistan

"It's a great, reliable knife -- the best in my collection."
- P.V., The Netherlands

" I am very pleased with the purchase of my new M4 knife. This adrenaline-rush knife has the feel of pure leverage and power. The handle fits perfectly into my hand both forward and backwards. I have collected knives for years and obviously overlooked this maker of fine knives, for this I am sorry. I am also sorry for my loss of time using and carrying this line of knives with me."
- T.M., New and Proud Ek knife owner

"Received the Ek Bowie knife this p.m. Beautiful cutting instrument. I've wanted one since I saw a full-page advertisement in the 1980's. Thank you."
- J.M., NC

"I have always been impressed with Ek Knives, and I was not disappointed when I held my new M-5 Bowie in my hand. I am very pleased with the heft and workmanship of the knife, and will soon be calling you again to order another Ek Knife."
- R.W., Ariz.

"Both of these Eks are great...very proud to have them. One will be deployed with our friend very soon. Don't know yet where he'll end up, but he's infantry, so take a guess."
- P.F., Minn.

"I was infantry for 12 years...I told him if it was me going this is the knife I would bring."
- SSG J.G.

"A few years ago I purchased an Ek No. 5 Bowie and carried it faithfully during my tour in Iraq. During my year there I used my Ek knife for everything from opening MRE's to prying open doors to insurgents' hiding places. In one instance a group of individuals approached us knowing full well we would not shoot because of the amount of children in the area. It was at this point I produced my Ek (backed up by other soldiers with rifles, of course) and instructed the men to back off, which they immediately did. All their eyes were on my Ek at that moment. It has truly been the best knife I have ever owned."
- SSG Eddie R., U.S. Army Cavalry Scout

"I have carried the Ek Commando M3 since 1989. It has seen action during the '91 Gulf War, Bosnia, Kosovo, and other deployments. I will now carry the updated M5 with me as I go on my fourth tour to Iraq soon. Many thanks for making such a dependable product in support of our armed forces."
- A.T. (U.S. Army), Colo.

"I do jujitsu, and this Ek is the best knife I've ever owned."
- R.H., Pilot OH58D, Ft. Polk (going to Iraq)

"Probably the only true test of any piece of equipment is how it performs. From what I've read about Ek knives, not one American serviceman or woman has ever been disappointed by an Ek knife. That is the best endorsement you can get."
- A.J.C.

Ek knives are fighting terrorism.

"I love it. The new handle design is great. It will not be the last knife I order from you." Best regards from Germany.
- R.N.

"I'm extremely happy with the blade and am spreading the word to comrades that the Ek is the best thing for fighting with, should the need for a blade arise in our line of work."
- J.E., Federal Agent, U.S. and abroad

"You should know that I have never in my life been able to find a better knife manufacturer than Ek. I have owned over five Ek knives so far. This is mostly due to the fact that I lose them or loan them out to friends. I also like to keep them at home, work, in the car, etc. As a testament to the quality of these knives, I actually saw one buried under mulch for 2 years and was dug up looking like new and cutting just as well! Thanks so much for providing America with a quality product in a time when so many manufacturers are sacrificing quality for quantity. Keep up the good work!"
- WL, Baltimore, MD

"Words will never describe your knife – that feel of perfection. The Ek will outperform any damn knife made. It may be hard to realize how damn good a product you've got. I have busted blades, chipped blades of some damn good knives, but never has an Ek failed."
- J. P.

"I've got 30 to 40 knives, but your Model 5 Bowie is the one I use all the time. I've had it for 20 years, and it goes to bed with me every night!"
- J.R., Oregon

"The Ek...is lively in the hand and extraordinarily quick...It is a fighting knife, designed to leap into the hand and spring into action...as impressive as anything I've ever handled...The balance is there, and the fit and finish are excellent...a beautiful knife, but one that is ready for action in the grimmest of circumstances...whether you have a soldier's presentation knife in mind, or one for a warrior beginning his or her tour, I can think of nothing better. They are wonderful examples of the American combat blade."
- Knife World, April 2006 - Bob Campbell

(Checkered Walnut grips are)..."the best I have seen...even my wife was impressed (very hard to do). I want to thank everyone at Ek for your awesome work, knowing you are making a difference to lives and providing the best to each soldier, marine, peace officer, and anyone who depends on a great knife."
- D.F., Arizona

"I am a helicopter pilot in the US Army. I deployed to Iraq in 2003 with my model S/F 3, and have absolutely loved it! I am purchasing the M4 series. I will soon depart for another trip to Iraq and would absolutely not go without a Ek knife attached to me. Thank you for still staying in business all these years. I do not know what I would have done had I not been able to purchase another Ek knife. Thanks for making one helluva knife!"
- R.H., Ft. Polk

"I just received my Marine Raider Stiletto. What a great knife, thank you. I served in the Marine Corps for six years and have been a police officer in FL for seventeen. I've owned a few knives in that time including many Randalls. Your knives are second to none. Thanks again for a great knife. Semper Fi."
- E.F., FL

"I carried Ek Knives in the 1970's in the Marine Corps, and you just can't beat them!"
- J.B., NM

"I am pleased with the Ek 4...I am currently on disability due to a bomb blast in Iraq and am awaiting to be released...I have already had to turn down two missions one back to Iraq and the other to Afghanistan, but when the time is right to deploy I will have your Ek 4 and hopefully the Ek Bowie along for the ride (a good knife is hard to beat, and two is even harder)."
- A.O., SC

"Usually you look at something beautiful in a magazine and you get one sent to your home, and it is a piece of junk. This is a work of art. It will shave the hairs off your arm!"
- J.B., TX

"My Grandfather was a member of the 28th signal 28th Pennsylvania during WW2. He was captured during the bulge, and my Father was a member of the 77th Ranger 2nd battalion during Vietnam. Both of them in one way or another got and carried an Ek knife. Now that I am leaving for an overseas combat posting, I want to carry on my family's tradition of carrying Ek knives."
- Maj. G.T.M., (Police Tactical Training) PA

"My Model 4 is going to Iraq with a Marine I know. I told him that an Ek saved my uncle's life in Nam and a buddy's life in Afghanistan. I can tell another Marine's life will be safer now that he knows that he has an Ek."
- D.F.

"I want this message posted on the Ek website. People need to know that the service Ek provides is number One. No one comes close. I have been a proud owner for two years of Ek Model 4s. Ek is the only knife company that I will be doing business with. You have proudly carried the Ek legacy into the twenty-first century. With your continuing dedication Ek will be a household name for generations. Thank you.
Sincerely, Jason"

"I am under the impression that you made these to be used."
- S.B., Police Dept.

"A fine piece of steel. I don't recall ever seeing a double edge executed as well as this one. The craftsmanship is excellent. Your steel will carry on the honored tradition. Thank you for the support you provide to all of us here."
- LTC K.M., Baghdad

"Even in Germany times are getting rougher. Therefore, it is good to have a solid high performance partner like an Ek knife. 9/11 is supposed to be planned in Germany...and therefore I expect the day when the Islamic dynamite explodes over here. But I promise, me and my Ek knife will be a hards target then!"
- A.K., Germany

"I believe my Ek No. 5 Bowie would cut a Ka-Bar in half! It's a great knife!"
- R.B., Calif.

"I just received my Ek and it is above and beyond all expectations!"
- D.A., Tulsa, OK

"I am very attached to my Ek Knife as I have and do carry it on our SWAT team. It symbolizes the mind set I must carry into our situations."
- Sgt. S.O.

"The Ek is a bit of usable history...My own son, a Marine EOD Tech is carrying an older, cord wrapped Richmond Ek M5 on his flak vest in Iraq right now. It's one of his favorite knives and he does have a pretty darn good selection to choose from."
- S.D.

"I carried my Ek Bowie with me all the time I was in Iraq. Whenever I pulled it out, everyone around was drawn to it, asking, 'Where did you get it? Who made it?' I had my Ek Bowie in my hand cutting something, and a belligerent Iraqi walked towards me from behind. I turned around to see who it was. That Iraqi saw the knife and his eyes got REAL big, and he started backing away, saying, 'No, mister. No, mister!' While your knives are good looking in a glass showcase, they are more than capable of getting the job done.

"Good job! My hat's off to you."
- SGT C.U., U.S. Army, Tenn.

"Thanks for your cooperation and help. Very satisfied with my Ek. Any Marine would be proud to have one with their issued 782 gear. Semper Fi."
- T.R., Texas

"The quality of your Checkered Walnut grips exceeded my expectations."
- Anthony F., Jackson, NJ

"This CW4 is the best knife I've ever had the pleasure of holding. It is beautiful! It is so rare, today, that people take pride in their work. This will be a true heirloom."
- J.C., California

"This is the best knife I own and is a piece of art. Thanks for the excellent quality."
- K.V.T., Virginia

Note Ek Commando M4 as center device of symbol of the Chilean Marine Commandos (Airborne). The Ek is the only current American knife used in the symbol of any military unit in the world!

"It's not every day that I meet someone who knows more about a knife than how to eat a pork chop!" (About the Ek staff.)
- M.B., Washington

"I've been in Iraq about 6 months and have about another 6 to go. This is my second tour to Iraq. I was part of the northern airborne/special operation. My job is to go to the different outposts by flying either Blackhawk or Chinook helicopters. On one mission, an officer with me had an Ek Model 4 that his father had carried years before and had given to him for his deployment. He let me hold the Model 4. It was beautifully balanced and I had great confidence knowing this blade would most definitely perform when called upon. During OIF-I (Invasion) and this deployment I have my Randall Model 18 attached to my IBA. I will wear your Ek M4 on my belt."
- K.B., Iraq

"Ek has one thing the others don't offer and that is a solid tradition and history with the military going back many years. My Ek has always been a great knife for all my needs, including opening ammo crates and a great many uses a knife wasn't designed for. I've used it in Grenada, Somalia, Sudan and Afghanistan on three different deployments (the first time when the Russians were there). The hilt is big enough for a MAN's hand -- most others are too small. Everyone who sees my Ek knife goes bananas over it. My father had one in Korea. When Dad gave his Ek to my brother, my brother threw his Gerber MkII in the woods!"
- R.K.B. "Magician 25", USMC

"When I'm hunting, I use it for mercy killing of wild boars, roe deer, elk and moose."
- G.R., Sweden

"To say I am pleased is a gross understatement. My knife has to be the finest survival knife here at Ft. Benning, GA. I am pleasantly surprised as to the comfort of the handle wrapped in parachute cord. It really has been great to be able to keep a good tight grip even in the hottest, and most humid days I have experienced here."
- 2LT R.L.

"I am very impressed – what a superb tool and weapon! Thanks for making such a fine product – the pride in your craftsmanship shows."
- SFC C.D.

"I have used my Ek Survival-Fighter for several months and it has exceeded all my expectations. It held its edge through some pretty tough use and then resharpened easily on a diamond steel. The point is fine enough to pick a splinter out of your finger, yet strong enough to dig a bullet from a tree stump without breaking. Its light weight is not a handicap cutting tent poles, and is a real plus when cutting up a chicken or making a salad. (Try that with your pound and a half Buckmaster!!) As a camp knife and all around tool it has replaced my Cold Steel Tanto."
- B.M.

"My experiences with your Commando Knife, the first time, was in October 1967 at Bien Hoa in III Corps, I was in a gunship, flying as a passenger for an insert mission in Cambodia, Project Phoenix. The ship took bo-coup hits in the engine box and went down like a lead balloon – on its side and started to burn. I took the knife and pounded on the door, no good, so I jammed the knife through the metal skin and started to cut my way out. The knife cut it like butter. When we were 15-20 feet away the ship blew up. The only weapon we had was the knife. We both made it through 23 klicks of jungle with the knife as protection. We had to dispose of two VC with it, again it did the job, never losing its edge. Without that knife we both would be dead. I have opened C Rat cans with it, cut ammo cans open, cut parachute webbing with it, pounded nails and chopped tree limbs with it. I have busted Kbars doing the same jobs. In July 1970, I was flying with a MACVSOG unit. Our team dropped HALO in a bad LZ, lost our equipment, and busted the stock on my Matty Matel M-16. Again the knife and my 9mm were all I had. Our team got caught by some VC Regulars – the fire fight started, I went low on ammo, the VC rushed us and that damn, beautiful knife took three of them out, one stroke each. Once we finished, we had to di di, we got back to base camp, we made it because of the knife. I am a very firm believer you have the finest knife in the world today."
- MSG J. P.

"THE ULTIMATE."
- L.M.

"The professional way the purchase of the PL/M5 was handled was outstanding. The knife quality, fit/finish is exemplary."
- P.L.

"I always thought your S/F 3 was the best knife around."
- Hal S., L.A., CA

"I was with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade in Vietnam, and my bayonet was just not getting it. The guys recommended getting an Ek, so I wrote my father and he ordered one and mailed it to me. It was a tradition when we rotated home to pass our knife along to one of our buddies in the 196th, and I did. I haven't had one since then, and now I want to get another one, because I really liked it."
- L.R., Richmond, VA

(BEFORE)
"I had one (Ek Commando Knife) in Vietnam with Special Forces. I didn't realize what I had when I had it, and, when I returned home, I let another guy have it...and I've regretted it ever since. Now I want to get another one."
(AFTER)
"I love this knife! I am definitely impressed with your product. It's a fine knife!"
- J.R., Former CPT Special Forces

"That is one serious piece of steel!"
- A.C., California

"I bought my Ek Commando Knife from a Special Forces LT – I love it!"
- C.M., Washington (State)

"I bought my Ek when I was 18, and I still have it – that's 24 years. It did a lot of things for me a knife wasn't designed to do, if you know what I mean, and it has held up real well. It's a beautiful knife."
- D.H. (Harley dealer)

"That's the sharpest knife I've ever owned!"
- J.W., Kansas