David R. Beck, Knifesmith LLC
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HomeThe Original Beck Tracker/WSK (Wilderness Survival Knives)
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Tracker/WSK knife & Scout "companion" knife details:
Important update from David R Beck:
We are moving! We are now in the process of relocating our work shop & office. This move will bring many challenges, but we expect to be fully set up & running from our new location by mid-Nov. Please don't hesitate to contact us regarding placing orders & questions, but be aware that during this transition we expect periods where there will be slight delays in replies to your emails. After our move had been completed an update will be posted with our new contact info. Also, during this period, we have temporarily stopped accepting orders for many knife models. We are currently only making Tracker/WSK & Scout knives at this time. After our move we will be updating our web site to include all the additional knives & options that will be available to order for 2027. Be sure to watch for our annual knife sale which we plan to start around late Nov. (See our "Finished Knives For Sale" page to watch for more details.
Tracker/WSK knives will soon be retired!
After over 35 years producing Tracker/WSK knives, I have finally decided the time will be coming soon when I'll be retiring these knives to concentrate on all traditionally-styled knives.
I am currently accepting a limited number Tracker/WSK knife orders which will be shipping over this Fall/Winter. Once all spots are reserved no more Tracker/WSK orders will be accepted & I'm unsure if any addition will be offered in the future. It's important to get your order in now to avoid missing out on the last opportunity to own one of these iconic knives.
To facilitate manufacturing, only the most popular model "C" Gen3 Tracker/WSK knives & optional Scout "companion" knives are being offered. All will only be produced in the most popular configuration. NO additional blade finish, handle & fastener materials options are available.
Refer to the knife details below to view how these knives will be made.
To place an order simply send your request by email to drbeckknives@comcast.net & include the following details:
1. Include your full name, mailing address & phone number.
2. Which knife models you want.
3. List any available options you'd like to include.
Once we receive your order we'll reserve your spot, provide an estimated completion time, & send you a confirmation with the details of your order & exact price quote with insured shipping.
No deposit is required, but the balance must be paid within 7-days from the date you receive notice your knife(s) are finished.
You'll receive a progress update about 1-2 weeks prior to your order's completion.
WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO SHIP TO SHIP TO DESTINATIONS IN THE USA. Shipping is by USPS Priority Mail only & w/full-value insurance coverage. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO SHIP KNIVES TO ANY FOREIGN LOCATION (NO Exceptions).
(Right): John "Lofty" Wiseman
Author of the "SAS Survival Handbook" A legend, personal friend, and proud owner of one our model "G" WSK knives.
Above: A Dave Beck model "C" Gen1 Tracker
knife as made for the "HUNTED".
(Above) #C3WSKHD (Model "C" Gen3 Tracker/WSK knife):
First introduced in 1991, the model "C" is the most popular Tracker/WSK knife pattern we ever produced. Although our earlier Gen1 model "C" was made famous for its use in The HUNTED movie, this newer Gen3 being offered is the latest version featuring refinements taken from feedback from the Special Operations community who deployed with these knives & used them for many years in the field around the world. Improvements include stronger flat-ground draw knife/carving bevels, more resilient differential blade heat treatment, & 1/2" longer blade w/tapered tang for notably-improved balance & handling over the original Gen1 movie knife design.
Details include:
*1/4 x 6-3/4" differentially heat treated 01 high carbon tool steel blade w/std. "Swiss-Army" type staggered, non-clogging saw
teeth that cut on both the pull & push stroke, tapered tang, flat-ground bevels & fine wet-sanded finish. Hand-honed &
stropped edges ready for the field. (No other blade finish options are available at this time).
*Dual-grip position unpolished black linen Micarta handle w/stainless steel Loveless bolt fasteners & lined lanyard hole.
*Right hand only black molded leather type-1 sheath.
*12-7/8" OAL. Approx. carry wt. = 1lb. 13oz.
Price = $1,700.00 + insured shipping.
Add 1" removable horizontal-carry "scout" loops w/mil. spec. D-rings = (+) $15.00
Add a 3/8 x 1-1/2" removable Kydex ferro rod loop = (+) $20.00
For those searching for a real "Tracker" knife, we are the premier maker of the Tracker/WSK (Wilderness Survival Knife), & the actual designer/maker of the model "C" Gen1 Tracker used by Benicio Del Toro in the 2003 Paramount Pictures film the HUNTED.
The idea was to develop a stand-alone tool to affectively address a broad range of reasonable tasks required for survival in demanding environments while simplifying kit needs & reducing carry weight.
The original concept was conceived by Rob Russon for Tom Brown Jr's Tracking, Wilderness Survival & Nature Awareness School., but the first working versions sold through Tom's school were produced by Ed Lombi in the early '80's & called the "Medicine Blade".
In 1989, we were introduced to the concept. Due to our survival experience & training as a machinist/toolmaker, Tom Brown tasked David R Beck to take over the design & development of the "Tracker School" knife project as a more efficient & available knife was in need. With significant design alterations to enhance performance & function, we began supplying military personnel & the students of Tom's school with several variations. With the immediate success of our contributions we opened our business shortly after, making our knives available to all.
We were the first & only maker to own the "TRACKER" knife trademark issued to us in 1993 by the US Patent & Trade Office. We were the first to incorporate the non-clogging "Swiss-Army" type staggered saw teeth into our knives, were the first to coin the name "WSK" (Wilderness Survival Knife) to this style of knives in the early '90's, & were also responsible for starting the "Tracker/WSK" knife craze upon our knife's exposure in the 2003 Paramount Pictures film the HUNTED.
With now over 37 years of producing many thousands of Tracker/WSK knives entirely by hand for outdoorsmen, Elite military, celebrities, world adventurers & first responders, our knives have undergone decades of refinement, evolving onto very efficient, capable tools that have been field-proven not only in real-world survival, but in many armed conflicts around the globe. Although we don't claim the Tracker/WSK knife concept is the best design for all purposes as all "stand-alone" knife designs do present some compromises, we can say we know Tracker-style knives better than anyone, & through many years of refinement & field service, we have raised the bar on the design's capabilities & quality earning our knives a solid reputation as being the "gold-standard" by which all others are compared.
Today, all our Tracker/WSK knives continue to be entirely hand-crafted at our work shop to ensure the highest quality. If you're interested in the Tracker knife concept, our knives continue to excel above all others & are the most sought after. There are many imitations, but none match the quality, performance, history, or proven investment security our Tracker/WSK knives deliver making them a solid choice for users & collectors alike.
Note:
The sheath made for this knife is the same "Type-1" style as what's pictured above for the Tracker/WSK knife. In addition to "scout" loops, mounting straps can be added to enable attachment onto the above Tracker/WSK sheath (See special offer below)
(Above) #BK018B SCOUT "companion" knife:
Our biggest-selling & most popular knife we've ever produced. Add this optional small knife as a companion to our Tracker/WSK for a complete 2-knife package to handle all your cutting needs. This knife being offered is the latest version redesigned with flat saber-ground bevels for increased blade stiffness & strength to better address the demands of today's bush crafters.
Details include:
*1/8 x 4" differentially heat treated 01 high carbon tool steel blade w/flat saber-ground bevels, non-tapered tang & fine wet-sanded
finish. Hand-honed & stropped edges ready for the field. (No other blade finish options are available at this time).
*Unpolished black linen Micarta handle w/stainless steel Loveless bolt fasteners & lined lanyard hole.
*Right hand only black molded leather type-1 sheath.
8-1/8" OAL. Approx. carry wt. = 13oz.
Price = $325.00 + insured shipping.
Add 1" removable horizontal-carry "scout" loops w/mil. spec nylon D-rings = (+)$15.00
Add a 3/8 x 1-1/2" removable Kydex ferro rod loop = (+)$20.00
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SPECIAL SHEATH UPGRADE OFFER:
When a Scout knife is purchased in combination with one of our Tracker/WSK knives, we'll automatically upgrade the features of both sheaths to include mounting packages at no extra cost so both sheaths can be attached together for a convenient single 2-knife kit.
Mounting packages for each sheath includes all std. mounting holes (Tracker sheaths include two extra lower brass-lined leg tie/lashing holes), removable horizontal "scout" loops w/mil. spec. nylon D-rings for sling-carry, mounting straps to attach both sheaths together, & blackened steel mounting hardware. This is a $75.00 savings when buying both knives together.
*Add a removable 3/8 x 1-1/2" Kydex ferro rod loop = (+) $20.00.
This may the last chance to get one of our iconic model "C" Tracker/WSK knives as it's uncertain if any more will be produced again, so get your order in now before all spots are filled.
Current number of Tracker/WSK knife spots still available (at the time of this update) = 34
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Black molded leather Type-1 sheath (Basic version).
