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07-29-2010, 05:09
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Machete
Guys, I did not recommend the Tramotina out of Brazil on my own thoughts. I suggested them as several Special Forces people, that had experience in Jungles. And lots of machete use, recommended them highly. They cost almost nothing ($15 - $20) and seem to be very well made. I have also been told several times to buy only machetes made in South America as all made there will work. Apparently those made else where may or may not really work well. People in South America use them so much that most all of them will work well. I have used one around my lot and they seem to do very well and substantially built. The steel also seems to be well selected for the job.
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07-29-2010, 05:31
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I like the handles of the Corona's better than I do the Tramotina's.
Corona's are made in Colombia while Tramotina's are made in Brazil I think, other than that I think the quality of their blade's steel & their perspective prices are very similar.
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07-29-2010, 20:50
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I know which I wouldn't recommend... those cheap POS ones from Wally World. I bought one a few years ago...dulls easily, rusts easily, and flimsy as hell.
I know it's not a machete but I LOVE my new ScrapYard knife. It might not cut through 2" thick brush but I'd put it up against the toughest brush I've seen in my area.
-Emt1581
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07-29-2010, 21:41
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ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
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I was just today looking through my latest catalog from Smoky Mountain Knife Works.
They have several machettes and kuri knives for sale in the 15 to 35 dollar range.
~HF~
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07-31-2010, 20:01
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Here's an El Salvador Condor that I liked. It includes a leather sheath.
http://www.machetespecialists.com/coetdabuma18.html
Just not sure I like having a stainless blade.
They have this one in high carbon steel, but the sheath is just as expensive as the machete.
http://www.machetespecialists.com/coelsama18in2.html
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Last edited by jdavionic; 07-31-2010 at 20:07..
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08-01-2010, 00:11
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Originally Posted by jdavionic
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That was a great show and bad ass machete. Have that saved on my DVR. The reason I bought the two kukri machetes I own(which are basically the same style). Good for a small design that excels at close and heavy chopping work. The one he owns looks sharp enough to cut anything down, vines, trees, zombies whatever.
I've always wondered if he put that edge on the blade himself. Or had someone else do it or it was bought that way. That is one mean blade.
Last edited by Stewy31C; 08-01-2010 at 00:18..
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08-01-2010, 00:52
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that looks like the machete from the Book of Eli.
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08-01-2010, 06:11
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sportsfame18
that looks like the machete from the Book of Eli.
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The blade has holes like that one, but the handle is different.
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08-01-2010, 08:19
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StraightShooter
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: N E Louisiana & N Arkansas
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Not exactly a machete..
..but the SRKW Battle Rat is what I use in place of one.
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The Battle Rat specs are as follows:
Steel: SR-101
Blade Length: 9.5" (measured from handle)
OAL: 14.5"
Blade thickness: 0.25"
Aspect Ratio 1.87" (aprox)
Primary Grind Height: 1.6" (aprox)
Weight: 510g or 18oz (both aprox)
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Also doubles as a camp knife, camp axe, shovel, fill-in-blank...
The Resiprene-C handle absorbs the shock of heavy chopping...
..& tougher than nails!
Test on a REAL CONCRETE block...NOT a Cinder block..
http://www.swampratknifeworks.com/cg...;f=10;t=000048
If I ever decide to go "Book of Eli".. 
..I might tote my 27" SRKW Rodent Waki...
SR101 differentially treated steel with multi-colored (black/red) G10 laminate handle
http://www.swampratknifeworks.com/cg...;f=10;t=006703
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEfN-sNHWIY
A pic of one...not mine..
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08-01-2010, 08:38
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Lg,
also looking forward to seeing Scrapyard's next knife, a Wakizashi style too rumored to be around $300.
Last edited by humanguerrilla; 08-01-2010 at 09:01..
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08-01-2010, 09:59
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StraightShooter
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Quote:
Originally Posted by humanguerrilla
Lg,
also looking forward to seeing Scrapyard's next knife, a Wakizashi style too rumored to be around $300.
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Is it the Scrapizashi??
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08-01-2010, 10:12
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Originally Posted by LongGun1
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The first one is just too short for what I'm looking for. The second one is a good length...but dang, it's expensive.
I've got some nice fighting / multi-purpose knives. But I really need a machete. I one with decent length, robust handle, good steel that can be sharpened in the field, and good weight to make the clearing work easier.
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08-01-2010, 13:30
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08-01-2010, 16:20
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Originally Posted by humanguerrilla
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Very old saying, you get what you pay for. Since I've never had to replace one (though I've bought a few more) and my oldest is over thirty years old, amortized, it's very inexpensive.
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08-01-2010, 23:02
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Turns out jdavionic, your assumption was right after all.
After some work sanding a lot of the rust off I could read it good. It is a Martindale.
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08-03-2010, 18:32
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Well, I finally made a decision. I decided to buy a Martindale No. 227 Bolo
I picked it because it was high carbon steel, good reputation, excellent weight for my application (1 lb, 6 oz), and thick blade (4 mm).
Many thanks to all of you that offered suggestions. The thread is a good mix of different solutions.
I never knew that a seemingly simple tool like a machete could have so many variables. There are many, many designs. And there is no "ultimate solution" that works for everyone. It depends on your environment and what applications you're trying to satisfy.
For me, I was not interested in a "tactical" application for this machete. I was strictly interested in a machete for cutting through thick under brush in N GA. I wanted something with good weight, thick blade, could be sharpened in the field, good handle, and good reputation.
Thanks again 
I'll post pics of the actual machete when it arrives.
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08-04-2010, 06:29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jdavionic
Well, I finally made a decision. I decided to buy a Martindale No. 227 Bolo
I picked it because it was high carbon steel, good reputation, excellent weight for my application (1 lb, 6 oz), and thick blade (4 mm).
Many thanks to all of you that offered suggestions. The thread is a good mix of different solutions.
I never knew that a seemingly simple tool like a machete could have so many variables. There are many, many designs. And there is no "ultimate solution" that works for everyone. It depends on your environment and what applications you're trying to satisfy.
For me, I was not interested in a "tactical" application for this machete. I was strictly interested in a machete for cutting through thick under brush in N GA. I wanted something with good weight, thick blade, could be sharpened in the field, good handle, and good reputation.
Thanks again
I'll post pics of the actual machete when it arrives. |
Glad you found one you liked. WHat did you have to give for it?
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08-04-2010, 09:42
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Nice ! I have a Martindale and like it fine. BTW if you go on vacation say to an island or such you can pick them up pretty cheap !
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08-04-2010, 10:38
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Stevekozak
Glad you found one you liked. WHat did you have to give for it?
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$48 - includes the sheath and shipping cost.
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08-04-2010, 11:15
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lawman800
I have a Cold Steel Kukri machete. Not as sharp out of the box as their other offerings but for $15, I ain't complaining either. 1095 Carbon steel will take an edge so I am not worried.
Gerber Gator is a good machete as well.
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that is an excellent blade. I would recommend it for a budget machete. But if you can spend a few extra buck you should check out the Ka Bar kukri machete. I have this one and it is wicked! it comes with a very nice sheath too
http://www.knivesplus.com/KA-1249-KABAR.HTML
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09-10-2010, 19:22
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Wow, besides the Bear Grylls hokieness...looks very interesting and $29.95
Feb 2011 Gerber Bear Grylls Parang Machete
http://www.rockynational.com/6329_31...g_Machete.html
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09-13-2010, 13:53
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Stewy31C
After surveying in Florida for almost a decade I've had a ton of machete experience. The one I've used for the past seven years is not perfect, but has been great. I can't remember the brand. The only thing readable is the British steel stamp. I bought it at a flea market but its had thousands of hours of use. Holds a great edge, has some heft to it and Colombian style blade...Gonna have to dig up the name.
I know that doesn't help.
But this will.
Stay away from the cold steel Kukri machete. Bought one was a complete pos. Hard to sharpen and couldn't cut snot.
My K-Bar Kukri can chop a hog's head off. Is good for thick branches and heavy chopping. But it's edge is kind of soft and can nick. But you can sharpen it right out. It's with my BOB bag, smaller and easier to carry then my other machetes.
For general use I'd recommend a Colombian style blade. The best over all IMO.
ETA: there it is with the pink ribbon tied around it.  My baby
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Love my kukri's, tough as nails and cheap. After heavy use I can put a good edge on it in minutes.
http://www.knifetests.com/ColdSteelK...ctionTest.html
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