TOP 5: BEST MACHETE FOR SURVIVAL ON AMAZON

Published on May 5, 2020
Duration: 11:14

This video reviews the top 5 best machetes for survival available on Amazon, highlighting their features and applications. It covers models from TOPS Knives, Cold Steel, CRKT, Schrade, Gerber, and Ka-Bar, detailing their steel types, blade lengths, handle materials, and intended uses, from heavy chopping to bushcraft. The expert analysis emphasizes practical performance for survivalists, farmers, and campers.

Quick Summary

This video reviews the top 5 best machetes for survival, including the TOPS El Chete, Cold Steel Kukri, CRKT Mah-Chete, Schrade SCHF48 Jethro, Gerber Versafix, and Ka-Bar BK21. It details their steel types, blade lengths, handle materials, and suitability for heavy chopping, bushcraft, and vegetation clearing, noting that high-quality options are often under $100.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Survival Machetes
  2. 01:21TOPS Knives El Chete Review
  3. 04:17Cold Steel Kukri Machete Review
  4. 05:17CRKT Mah-Chete Review
  5. 07:37Schrade SCHF48 Jethro Review
  6. 09:25Gerber Versafix Review
  7. 10:29Ka-Bar BK21 Becker Reinhardt Kukri Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the TOPS Knives El Chete machete?

The TOPS Knives El Chete features a unique 'Acid Rain' finish, a thick sandwich Micarta handle designed for a hatchet-like feel, and a 12-inch blade made of 1095 high carbon steel, specifically engineered for heavy chopping tasks.

Which machete is recommended for bushcraft and survival tasks like processing game or clearing brush?

The Cold Steel Kukri Machete is a potent tool for bushcraft and survival, featuring a 13-inch carbon steel blade with a matte black anti-rust finish. Its unique shape provides powerful cutting action, suitable for processing game or clearing brush.

What makes the Schrade SCHF48 Jethro a good chopping tool?

The Schrade SCHF48 Jethro is forged from 3Cr13 stainless steel and has a 10-inch fine edge with a spear point. It features a forward-weighted center of gravity, making it excellent for chopping, and a rubberized TPE handle for a secure, moisture-resistant grip.

What is the overall length of the Ka-Bar BK21 Becker Reinhardt Kukri?

The Ka-Bar BK21 Becker Reinhardt Kukri is a capable fixed blade made in the USA from 1095 Cro-Van steel. It has an impressive overall length of 18.75 inches, making it a formidable heavy-duty chopper.

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