Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete
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- SKU
- N1248
Description
Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete
The Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete (model 1248) is a chopping tool for clearing brush, cutting saplings and opening trail. Its broad blade widens toward the tip, so the weight sits forward and each swing carries more force into the cut. It suits campers, hunters, landowners and anyone who keeps a large blade in a pack, truck or bug-out kit.
Features
- Cutlass Blade Profile — The deep, curved belly sweeps up to a rounded point, putting mass up front for chopping while keeping a long edge for slicing.
- Forward-Weighted Design — Extra steel toward the tip helps the blade bite into wood and thick vegetation without needing a hard, tiring swing.
- Black Coated Finish — A matte black coating covers the blade flats, cutting glare and giving the steel a layer of protection from the elements.
- Plain Edge — A continuous, unserrated edge runs the full length of the belly and is easy to touch up in the field with a file or stone.
- Ribbed Synthetic Handle — The black grip carries the stacked-ring pattern familiar from Ka-Bar's fighting knives, with grooves that help keep a firm hold when hands are wet.
- Hooked Pommel — A flared hook at the butt of the handle stops your hand from sliding off the end mid-swing.
- Lanyard Hole — A metal-lined hole through the pommel takes a wrist lanyard or paracord loop so the machete stays with you.
- Nylon Sheath Included — A black fabric sheath with snap-closed straps and a retention strap over the handle carries the blade on a belt or pack.
Build And Carry
The blade is stamped KA-BAR on one side and marked TAIWAN 1248 on the other, identifying the model and where it was made. The handle meets the blade in a tight fitting with no exposed gaps, and the grip shape fills the hand the way a Ka-Bar knife owner would expect. The sheath follows the cutlass outline, so the blade rides snugly, and snap straps let you secure it for carry or open it quickly when you need it.
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Customer Reviews
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Way better than the last oneBought this for my grandsons to use around the property clearing brush and it blows away the cheap machete they had before (snapped right at the handle after maybe two weeks). The SK5 steel on this Ka-Bar is thick and heavy enough that they can really swing into woody stuff without worrying about it, and the Kraton grip fits my smaller hands too when I borrow it. Honestly glad I spent the extra money on a real blade instead of another hardware store knockoff.
Thick full tang blade holds up to real chopping
Grip is comfortable even for smaller hands
Leather-trimmed sheath keeps it secure on a beltA bit heavy for younger kids to swing for long stretches
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Solid chopper with great edge retentionPicked up the Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete after seeing it compared to Cold Steel models on the forums. The 11 inch 1085 carbon blade (listed as SK5) feels thick and hefty at about 52-54 HRC, which is perfect for my collection of utility blades. The Kraton G handle is comfortable for long sessions and the sheath is decent though the lower snap is basically useless. Out of the box it had a slight storage smell but nothing major. Holds an edge way better than my old Tramontina.
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A very practical camp bladeThe weight and ergonomics of this blade are fantastic, and the blade balance makes it ideal for splitting firewood. I prefer it to a hatchet for backpacking due to its versatility and performance. Some reviews have brought attention to the quality of the sheath, and I can see how that might become an issue if it is worn at the belt like a scabbard. I keep mine strapped in to the side of my backpack and treat it more like a blade and gear protector. In this role it has performed admirably under stress for several years now without a sign of distress. I highly recommend this blade.