There are very few blades in the world that we can think of that can out-chop or out-cut a good Kukri. It’s true that some of the best Kukris (like our Gurkha model) can be somewhat expensive, and while that “thoroughbred” performs extraordinarily well, sometimes what’s required is a good, inexpensive, “workhorse” model – and our Kukri Machetes are those workhorses!
It was inexpensive and I got what I paid for. It will take an edge but not hold it very well. Lacks the weight for serious chopping.
I like Cold Steel and Kukris but I don’t think I would by this again.
Lamar White –
Rated 4 out of 5
Charles –
My favorite short machete.
PROS:
– Fits easily in a pack for hiking or camping.
– Chops with the power of a much longer, heavier blade.
– Easy to get razor sharp and maintain.
– Pointed tip tough enough to dig holes.
– Belly slices like a chef’s knife.
– Can carve and whittle enough for most camp needs.
– Handle easily modified for fit and comfort.
– Sheath is effective and durable.
Have owned one of these for several years and really no complaints about machete itself. Can take a razors edge. Don’t sharpen until an inch above quillion or very easy to cut yourself. Sheath holds up OK after time but not great. Solid tool and very compact capable chopper.
From: $12.95
Lamar White –
It was inexpensive and I got what I paid for. It will take an edge but not hold it very well. Lacks the weight for serious chopping.
I like Cold Steel and Kukris but I don’t think I would by this again.
Lamar White –
Charles –
My favorite short machete.
PROS:
– Fits easily in a pack for hiking or camping.
– Chops with the power of a much longer, heavier blade.
– Easy to get razor sharp and maintain.
– Pointed tip tough enough to dig holes.
– Belly slices like a chef’s knife.
– Can carve and whittle enough for most camp needs.
– Handle easily modified for fit and comfort.
– Sheath is effective and durable.
CONS
– Handle uncomfortable in stock form.
– Baked-on coating wears poorly.
– Stock edge rough.
Charles –
Thomas Keadle –
Have owned one of these for several years and really no complaints about machete itself. Can take a razors edge. Don’t sharpen until an inch above quillion or very easy to cut yourself. Sheath holds up OK after time but not great. Solid tool and very compact capable chopper.
Thomas Keadle –