I was very happy with this machete, the balance an wheight distribution of the blade is great for chopping, it has a really good bite and the handle is very comfortable. Unfortunately, after a couple of weeks of usage clearing tree branches, it looks like the metal failed and got a big chip in the blade. Probably there was a defect in the metal of my product. Very dissapointed.

I have abused this blade like crazy, but it doesn't budge.
The edge on this thing is relentless. Corrosion resistance is very high. Ergonomics is a 12/10.

I'm 5'10" and 165, mildly athletic- I can swing this thing all day with good force. Hooks right into your palm and puts all that force into the curve of the blade. One of the best purchases I have ever made as an outdoor handyman and a camper. Trim trunks, dissect branches, split firewood (batoning)

Never cleaned or sharpened in 6 years, edge barely even shows it.

I ordered it and the next thing I know UPS is delivering it, so it came super quick. It has good weight, a good grip that should fit most hands, and is very sharp. Also has a loop on the end of the sheath for a leg tie and lanyard hole in the handle. I think this machete is going to perform as well as one that I paid more for.
UPDATE: I used the cutlass to trim small limbs and baton 6 inch X foot long green oak logs yesterday and the blade cut through everything smoothly. I think if used properly it will last a long time. It retained a sharp edge, only honed it before putting it up. The paint didn't wear off, I just wiped it down and it looks like new.

thank you

I had high hopes for this machete. A quarter sized piece broke off the blade on first swing on a 1/2" branch.

Great price, good balance for larger pieces of wood,

Bought this machete after numerous reviews of machetes and was convinced that this was it. However, after 3 uses within a span of about 1.5 month, I was shocked to realise that the blade had large breakaways along the edge. My guess is that this was a manufacturing defect, and I'm not sure how to go about getting a refund/replacement considering that the return window is over...

Been my go-to since I got it.. love it
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Fantastic knife.....

I have beat the living hell outta this blade, and its tough as nails ! I don't understand some of these reviews, the only way youre gonna damage this beast is by totally abusing it. ( chopping on rocks, concrete or brick perhaps ) This is a military grade knife with a great sheath ! End of story ! I would easily go into battle with this Machete with all confidence....highly recommended....5 STARS !!!!!