US Military Sawback Machete
The OKC US Military Sawback Machete is Ontario Knife Company's 18-inch government-spec chopper, built on a 1075 high-carbon steel blade with a black zinc-phosphate finish and an aggressive sawback spine. Overall length runs 23.3 inches with a 0.125-inch thick blade and shatterproof black polymer handle scales. The full flat taper grind sharpens easily and holds up to brush, limbs, and hard field work. Built in the USA under the same military contract specifications OKC has produced for more than 70 years, it's a serious tool for soldiers, hunters, campers, and survival kits.
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- SKU
- ON18S
- Material
- High Carbon Steel
$48.84
Description
Features
- 18-Inch Carbon Steel Blade — Full-length 1075 high-carbon steel blade delivers the chopping power needed to clear brush, limbs, and dense vegetation.
- Aggressive Sawback Spine — Toothed sawback running along the blade spine bites into wood and bone for fast cutting through limbs and field-expedient tasks.
- Built to U.S. Government Specs — Manufactured by Ontario Knife Company under U.S. military specifications for over 70 years, with the authentic US-marked blade.
- Zinc Phosphate Finish — Non-reflective black zinc-phosphate coating shields the carbon steel against corrosion and tactical glare.
- Full Flat Taper Grind — Flat bevel grind makes the edge easy to sharpen in the field and maintain over years of hard use.
- Shatterproof Polymer Handle — Molded high-impact black polymer scales stand up to heat, cold, moisture, and repeated impact without splitting.
- 23.3-Inch Overall Length — Long reach with a 0.125-inch thick blade gives you leverage for heavy chopping while keeping total weight around 1.45 lbs.
- 52–55 HRC Blade Hardness — Heat-treated to a working hardness that balances edge retention with field re-sharpening.
- Made in the USA — Built in New York by Ontario Knife Company, an American cutlery maker dating back to 1889.
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Awesome classic Must HaveI own several machetes, and this one is my favorite. It has a good, thick, and heavy blade that feels solid. The handle could be better, but it’s still comfortable enough for use. There’s no need to spend a lot on a machete, as they’re usually used for cutting through brush and hitting rocks. For $20 to $40, you can find a quality option like this one that will hold up over time. One common complaint about this saw back machete is that the saw isn’t very effective. This is mainly due to the thick blade; traditional saws have thinner blades, which makes them more efficient. When I first got it, the cutting performance wasn’t great, but after adjusting the teeth to a 15-degree pitch in a vise, it improved significantly. Overall, it works well for my needs, and I’d recommend it if you’re looking for a solid, affordable machete.
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