Brand | Cold Steel |
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Blade Length | 13 Inches |
Handle Material | Polypropylene |
Blade Material | 1055 Carbon Steel with Black Baked-On Anti Rust Matte Finish |
Style | Kukri Machete |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
Product Dimensions | 23"L x 5"W |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Manufacturer | Cold Steel |
Part Number | 97KMS |
Item Weight | 1 pounds |
Item model number | CSMCHTE |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | One Size |
Color | Kukri Machete |
Material | Blend |
Thickness | 2.8 Millimeters |
Power Source | Manual |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Included Components | Machete, Sheath |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or fail if subject to sufficient abuse. So please do not use this product inappropriately. No knife or sword should be used as an axe, hatchet, screwdriver or prybar. Non Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or fail if subject to sufficient abuse. So please do not use this product inappropriately. |
Cold Steel 97KMS Kukri Machete,Black
Brand | Cold Steel |
Blade Length | 13 Inches |
Handle Material | Polypropylene |
Blade Material | 1055 Carbon Steel with Black Baked-On Anti Rust Matte Finish |
Style | Kukri Machete |
About this item
- The less-expensive, yet still excellent-performing "workhorse" version of our popular Gurkha Kukri knife; There are very few knives in the world that we can think of that can out-chop or out-cut a good Kukri
- Perfect as a lighter-weight bushcraft or camping tool that can be carried on a belt or lashed to a pack, our Kukri Machetes pack a great deal of value into a relatively small, light and inexpensive package
- The full tang is completely encapsulated in a comfortable and durable polypropylene handle that has been ergonomically designed for comfort and safety, allowing you to keep a secure grip on the Machete even in the most inclement conditions
- Made of tough and durable 1055 Carbon Steel with black baked-on anti-rust matte finish for extra protection
- Includes a durable Cor-Ex sheath for added safety and carrying convenience; Dimensions: 13 in blade length, 5 in handle length, 2. 8 mm blade thickness, 16 oz weight
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Cold Steel - ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. We have all you need from Fixed or Folding Blades, Machetes, ,Axes, Swords, Specialty, and much more!
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Folding KnivesCold Steel folding, or pocket knives have a reputation throughout the world for being strong, sharp and extremely reliable when put to hard use. |
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Kitchen Series / SpecialtyThe Cold Steel Kitchen Classics series feature high performance ice tempered, cryo-quenched and precision flat ground 400 series steel blades for exceptional cutting performance. All models in the series come with a razor sharp edge that lasts and lasts, and some have serrated edges uniquely appropriate to the tasks they were designed to do |
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Cold Steel is a company dedicated to making the strongest, sharpest knives in the world. Over the last three decades, Cold Steel has been at the forefront of the many innovations that have helped to define the knife industry. Quickly adopted by Military, Law Enforcement Special units, Emergency Services Personnel, Self Defense professionals as well as members of the Martial Arts community, Cold Steel quickly became renowned for quality, strength, reliability and dependability in every day carry (EDC).
Cold Steel has introduced pioneering new materials and designs that have helped to shape the world of the modern knife, edged weapons and tools. Our diverse and varied line-up quickly grew to include not only a massive selection of folding knives (from smaller "EDC" blades, to our iconic giant “mega-folders”) but fixed blades, swords, sabers, pole-arms and halberds, as well as hunting gear, spears, blowguns, axes, machetes, tomahawks and tools!
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Product Description
There are very few knives in the world that we can think of that can out-chop or out-cut a good Kukri. It’s true that some of the best Kukris (like our Gurkha model) can be somewhat expensive, and while that “thoroughbred” performs extraordinarily well, sometimes what’s required is a good, inexpensive, “workhorse” model – and our Kukri Machetes are those workhorses! Available in two sizes (one with thirteen inch blade and one with a whopping seventeen inch blade) our Kukri Machetes are ready to plow through the toughest chores! Perfect as a lighter-weight bushcraft or camping tool that can be carried on a belt or lashed to a pack, our Kukri Machetes pack a great deal of value into a relatively small, light and inexpensive package.
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A sturdy, convenient Cor-Ex sheath is also included. In the right kind of climate, a machete is an essential, "workhorse" tool. This affordable model, from creative cutlery company Cold Steel, has a simple, sharp, 13-inch steel blade and durable polypropylene handle. The Kukri offers the same distinctive weight-forward balance of Cold Steel's top-of-the-line models, presenting the knife's edge on an angle in order to boost bite with every stroke. A convenient, durable Cor-Ex sheath is also included.
Specifications
- 18-inch overall length
- 13-inch blade
- 2.75-millimeter blade thickness
- 16-ounce weight
- Polypropylene handles
Warranty
All Cold Steel knifes are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. Details are included with your purchase.About Cold Steel
Cold Steel, Incorporated was founded in 1980, with the goal of making the strongest, sharpest cutlery in the world for knife enthusiasts. Over the last three-plus decades, the company has been at the forefront of many design innovations that have helped innovate the knife industry, including introduction of checked Kraton handles, and the tanto point blade styles which have become industry hallmarks of quality and sophistication.
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ASIN | B000FJRR2K |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #327,705 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #205 in Gardening Machetes |
Date First Available | September 1, 2004 |
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Customers like the quality, weight and value of the machete. For example, they mention it's well made, strong and feels solid. Some appreciate the value for money, saying it'll fill the bill quite nicely. That said, some complain about the durability, saying the finish became marred and the edge was ragged. Opinions are mixed on sharpness and comfort.
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Customers like the quality of the sword. They say it's well made, functional, and strong. Some say the quality is exceptional, and the blade is hardened steel. The metal is thick and sturdy, making it a great chopper.
"...It seems really great and has a nice minimalist design. It feels solid, is decently sharp out of the bag, has a nice forward heavy weight to it,..." Read more
"...PRO: Functional, nice weight, handles nice and throws decent, good for the price.CON: Imported, not actually Cold Steel, needs edge work." Read more
"This thing is a workhorse and a cutting beast! I chopped down an 8" thick oak in 1 min 45 sec with it. The 1055C blade is all function and no frills...." Read more
"Sharp hardened steel. Great size" Read more
Customers like the value of the machete. They say it's an inexpensive chopping tool and fills the bill nicely.
"...PRO: Functional, nice weight, handles nice and throws decent, good for the price.CON: Imported, not actually Cold Steel, needs edge work." Read more
"...Bottom line this machete is great for the money!..." Read more
"...Bottom line- a superior value for the price & better than 90% of the kukris available online...." Read more
"...Yes it's not the best. It's rough, and depending on what your chopping the angle may not be the best...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the sword. For example, they say it's heavy enough to get the job done, and has lots of weight for heavy chopping. The overall heft and weight distribution are nigh-on perfect, and the blade feels good in the hand. It's also very portable and comfortably light.
"...It feels solid, is decently sharp out of the bag, has a nice forward heavy weight to it, the handle is grippy and comfortable, and the sheath is..." Read more
"...PRO: Functional, nice weight, handles nice and throws decent, good for the price.CON: Imported, not actually Cold Steel, needs edge work." Read more
"...It is weighted well and you can chop wood and brush with ease. This machete is a work horse, and it does that well...." Read more
"...The blade's overall heft and weight distribution were nigh-on perfect, making bamboo whacking and clean-up a breeze...." Read more
Customers find the grip of the sword solid, ergonomic, and grippy. They say the handle stays in their hand and doesn't slip off. Customers also say the full tang molded PVC grip makes this an all purpose tool and weapon. However, some customers report that the texture can wear off over time.
"...sharp out of the bag, has a nice forward heavy weight to it, the handle is grippy and comfortable, and the sheath is actually pretty good for a $21..." Read more
"...PRO: Functional, nice weight, handles nice and throws decent, good for the price.CON: Imported, not actually Cold Steel, needs edge work." Read more
"...After a couple hours of testing, I found the grip's texture, size and shape very comfortable, making it easy for me to adjust my swing as needed...." Read more
"...Good forward ballance for chopping, great grip, good sheath, easily sharpened and holds an edge well when properly used..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the sword. Some mention that it's fairly sharp out of the box, and can trim shrubbery with clean cuts. However, others say that it doesn't come well sharpened and needs some time to sharpen.
"...It feels solid, is decently sharp out of the bag, has a nice forward heavy weight to it, the handle is grippy and comfortable, and the sheath is..." Read more
"...the edge is ground and not the same on both sides either, I could cut myself easier if I ran into a wall than I ever could right out of the box, I..." Read more
"...but after some file work it sharpened up pretty nice (did get it to shave hair of my arm) and stayed sharp even..." Read more
"...It is weighted well and you can chop wood and brush with ease. This machete is a work horse, and it does that well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the comfort of the sword. Some mention that it feels good in the hand, has an ergonomic grip, and has a nice light feel. However, others say that the handle isn't the most comfortable, it can get uncomfortable while chopping for a long time, and it doesn't feel like a real Kukri.
"...has a nice forward heavy weight to it, the handle is grippy and comfortable, and the sheath is actually pretty good for a $21 machete...." Read more
"...The blade has minimal flex, handle is comfortable and it is fairly well balanced (actually throws pretty nice)...." Read more
"...I will say the handle isn't the most comfortable, but it does work. It is weighted well and you can chop wood and brush with ease...." Read more
"...This blade is tough and easy to sharpen ,very useful, and feels good in the hand...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the sword. They mention that the finish became marred, has blemishes in the blade coating, and has scuffed off some of the black finish. The edge was ragged and could be easily manipulated with their thumb. The metal looks like it's sandwiched and filled with some cheaper metal. The lack of finish means that it will rust.
"...The only down side is the sheath is cheap nylon and only has a belt loop, wish it had more areas on the sheath to tie onto." Read more
"...is utility sharp (dull-ish) with smudgy black finish coating that's also on the blade edge...." Read more
"...The "edge" was ragged and could be easily manipulated with my thumb...." Read more
"...It's perfectly capable of splitting a carcass.The sheath is cheap canvas with a plastic tip, but does exactly what it's supposed to do..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the dullness of the sword. They say that the blade is extremely dull and misshapen in parts. The factory edge is dull, and the sword comes to you very dull. The paint is also very dull, giving the tool a cheap appearance.
"...arrived with a blotchy black paint job that gives the tool a cheap appearance...." Read more
"...The factory edge is dull, but if you want it to be easier to use, get a file and get to work on that edge! ;)..." Read more
"...Yes, the knife comes DULL. Mine wasn't just dull it had burs/rough spots on the blade towards the handle end...." Read more
"The edge as it came was duller than most lawnmower blades with a bad bur on one side of the edge...." Read more
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I will say this first, Amazon is great at addressing any issues. Mine was a fulfillment issue on this item. Be cautious if ordering it via the Amazon Smile 2-Pack listing. I ordered this and only received one machete not two as expected. There was a mix up with the order fulfillment I guess. It had the Amazon Smile 2-Pack symbol on the order page and it was verified by me and a Customer Service Rep thru a Chat prior to ordering that it was definitely for a 2-Pack offer at that price. However only 1 item was received. Customer Service was great and said they would credit the account for the missing item, but it was disappointing to not receive both ordered items as expected. But for half price it makes this machete even better.
For the money you cannot beat this thing. I have cut down small trees. Split wood and even pounded in a tent stake with it sideways, which is like...one of the worst things you can do with any knife/machete. It personifies the word "Chopper". The steel is some combination of adamantium and mithril. I actually make knifes as a hobby and I can say that cold steel got this spring steel JUST right. It holds a decent edge and bounces back from just about anything.
I have heard and seen a lot of gripping about the factory edge on it. Yes it's not the best. It's rough, and depending on what your chopping the angle may not be the best. HOWEVER I honestly believe there is a method to Cold Steels madness. If you take it out and start using it, you'll notice that the rough factory edge starts to polish it's self with use. The edge starts to smooth with each subsequent chop and in essence the more you use it, the sharper it gets. Now if you don't want to wait for that then, go nuts as soon as you get it, I used a simple file and a good old sharpening stone and had the thing slicing paper in no time. That edge has stayed on it pretty well considering what I've done to the poor thing.
If you are worried that the handle will break, don't be. If you are worried that it's too thin for hard work or a survial/ bug out bag etc. don't be. If you are worried about it not being a good chopper, don't be. For the money it's superb.
As stated in other reviews the edge is not all that great, mine came with a decent enough edge to take chunks out of an old table made from 2x4s with out a problem and you could probably do some damage with it as is. The grind on the edge was uneven (the grind on the larger version was better) but after some file work it sharpened up pretty nice (did get it to shave hair of my arm) and stayed sharp even after destroying an old 6x6 i had laying around. I even accidently tried to stick it into a cement floor with no noticeable damage to the tip (wouldn't suggest testing that however).
The blade has minimal flex, handle is comfortable and it is fairly well balanced (actually throws pretty nice). I have never owned a Kukri style machete and i haven't really gotten this one out in the field yet, but after using it a bit i can see where it could be much more functional and preferable to a hatchet.
comparing it to the larger 17" version (23" over all), this 13" version (18" over all) feels like the prefect size to weight ratio and unless you are chopping zombies, seems much more functional than the larger blade. This would also be a great inexpensive blade to throw in a get home bag to just leave in a vehicle. Aside from being imported i would probably pick up another one.
The sheath is functional but not a whole lot to talk about, i will probably cut the lower snap off as it seems unnecessary.
PRO: Functional, nice weight, handles nice and throws decent, good for the price.
CON: Imported, not actually Cold Steel, needs edge work.
The only down side is the sheath is cheap nylon and only has a belt loop, wish it had more areas on the sheath to tie onto.
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This is a decent machete. Out of the box it wasn't sharpened at all, and I couldn't even cut the cardboard box that it came in (usually the case with cheap machetes).
Had to go get it professionally ground, but now it's pretty functional and holds an edge reasonably.
The handle feels a bit cheap, but it is! So no complaints.
This will just end up being a machete I use for messing around/ not caring how beat up it gets.