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I'm a machete enthusiast.
Order yourself an Ontario brand machete (no saw-back those suck). Get the sheath, too.
Whole thing should set you back less than $30
Be sure to get the right size sheath for your machete.
I recommend the 18" for indoor use.
I have had years of use out of this machete. I would definitely recommend it. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001WBIEY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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So I went back and checked out of curiosity. YEARS of use You last purchased this item on June 11, 2014.
Size: 1 Pack
Good machetes are generally inexpensive - look on Amazon, most are under $30 - and they are great to start with. You can beat the snot out of them, chopping branches, and learn what sort of weight, length and balance works best for you.
Swords are expensive and surprisingly fragile; if you chop tree branches with a good Katana, you'll ruin it.
Kukris are great too but they are more expensive than machetes and they require a bit more care in use.
My advice would be to start with whatever machete you think you'd like, and maybe buy another that's shorter or longer as you start to have experience with it. You'll still have half your budget left! Then you might consider a good Kukri as the next step.
It's hard to go wrong with the good old military model to start:
Its $20. Keep in mind that sheaths are often sold separately, if you want one. I have one just like this, and after taping the handle with electrical tape, it's perfect for me.
I've been using a good machete I purchased off amazon that fits within your budget. I've put it to the test and cut down trees, split firewood, hit it on plenty of rocks. Keep it sharp and it will server you well. It can be found here. You'll have to find your own sheath though.
If you feel the need to carry a large scary-looking blade, you can get a gardening machete for $20-$60 off Amazon. The folks who made your mom's good scissors also make this Klingon-lookin' thing.
It's not even expensive but there's no fucken reason to own this thing. I have a shitty old Bear Grylls one from Walmart that I use all the time but it refuses to die and there's no coming back from owning multiple machetes. I'll be wearing cargo shorts and buying water filtration straws by years end if I go down that road
Ontario Knife Co 1-18" Military Machete https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001WBIEY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_BXS2GZ6S0WGJQ8DE9RRM
> Is it good ? > >
No, that apppeared to be a small survival knife, not a machete.
The link above is to their 18 inch military style machete. I’ve used one, they’re good.
> And what about Amazonas and Albainox ?
Are those retail stores are brand names?
This might be the sort of thing where you need to talk to someone French. I can tell you what to look for in general, but not how to shop for it where you live.
Here's mine:
Only change I made was to sand the handle texture down a little, as it was too aggressive. I wipe a drop of motor oil on the uncoated edge to keep the rust off and it's been happy in the back of the car for years now.
Hey if you can go $54.36, the KABAR kukri is a great machete. I’ve used it a lot backpacking trips.
Edit: Just re-read about budget - the first comment is a great idea!
For Even cheaper check out the Mora Craft line ($13ish) and the Mora Companion (non HD version) usually $17-18.
For a good cheap machete $13 I'm liking this one. Comes dull but I got it shaving sharp in 20 minutes
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TR2VVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_ITWHFbKBR6QME
They also have it in an 18" version and a version with a sheath for a bit more.
Edit: comes dull
I like the standard army machete. https://www.amazon.com/9001143-Ontario-18-Military-Machete/dp/B00B5Z8BV4
Of a fashion with modern skinning knives? No.
A gut hook is something you might use on a dead, and unmoving prey animal. Even then, they are only arguably useful. I killed and dressed pretty much countless animals at this point, and other than trying one out once, I never use one. The idea of using one in combat is pretty silly. It is always going to be easier to disembowel an opponent with a traditional straight or curved blade.
That said, a bladed hook has made appearance historically from time to time, and they have their proponents. Chinese hook swords (shuang gou), billhooks (with various length handles), and tools like the Woodsman's Pal are all examples of effective tools/weapons incorporating hooked blades.
Great chopper with a grippy handle.
There's a variety of nice machetes available in the $20 range. I have this one:
Note that the sheath is extra.
Get one of these too:
The orange version it $12, stainless, and it will last forever.
Ontario makes fairly highly rated but inexpensive machetes. This one is 4.5 stars on Amazon and is less than $20.
Ontario Knife Co 1-18" Military Machete https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001WBIEY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cKHwybY0BBTW5
Next time you are out give the blade a shot.
File down the bevel so its smooth rather than angled, and start chopping 4" branches with it. You do this and I'll give a hatchet a shot.
My favorite tool for cracking coconuts is a khukri. Ka-Bar Khukri is a great starter khukri, well balanced and holds a great edge.
You don't need to spend anywhere near $200.
Ontario 6145 U.S military issue since WWII. 1095 carbon steel.
I've read mixed reviews of Aranyik.
Might I suggest Condor?
You might also consider Himalayan Imports for a kukri:
Never seen a Condor Parang with that shape or handle.
Parang machete: http://www.amazon.com/Condor-Parang-Machete-17-5-Inch-Leather/dp/B004WMFNX6
Village parang machete: http://www.amazon.com/Condor-Tools-Knives-Village-Machete/dp/B007MC4AP0
That's a good one. You'd be heard pressed to beat it for the price. Note that it comes without a sheath though.
I've had my eye on this Condor Parang but have never handled it. Another poster here said it's great:
Lighter blades work best with lighter materials, heavier blades for heavier stuff.
If you're looking for a larger all purpose blade, I'd recommend a kukri. I have a Ka-bar Kukri that I absolutely love. It's weighted heavily on the front end so you can get tremendous chopping power that is very efficient. I keep the entire length of mine razor sharp so I can do finer work closer to the handle if need be. I can get through 4" branches in one swing without much trouble.
Yep, check out this. At $19 you could buy 2.
However you might like one direct from Nepal.