Machetes & Kukris
Machetes are the go-to tool for clearing brush, and this page pairs them with kukris, the curved Gurkha knife. You'll find sawback and Latin machetes, a cutlass style blade and several kukri options from Cold Steel, United Cutlery and Ka-Bar, starting at $17.97.
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What a machete is
A machete is a long, broad blade used for chopping plants, clearing trails and light camp work. A kukri is shorter and bends forward, which gives it extra chopping power. Both are tools first, though many people also collect them.
Types you'll find here
The classic machete shape is on the shelf with the Cold Steel Latin Machete, a simple, no frills blade. If you want extra reach, the Colossal 25 Inch Heavy Duty Machete with Nylon Sheath is built for bigger jobs. The United Cutlery Colombian Sawback Machete adds saw teeth to the spine.
For something with a story behind it, try the Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete or the United Cutlery Gil Hibben IV Machete. Kukri fans can choose the Cold Steel Black Kukri Machete or the Carbon Steel Gurkha Service Kukri with Sheath and 2 Knives. Whetstone is the fourth brand here.
How to choose a machete
Pick by the job. Longer blades reach farther and chop thick brush, while shorter ones are easier to control around a camp. Check the handle too, because a grippy rubber or textured grip helps when your hands are wet.
Prices on this page run from $17.97 to $96.97, so there is something for most budgets. Most pieces come with a sheath, which makes them easier to carry and store.
Care
Wipe the blade dry after use and add a light coat of oil to prevent rust. Store it in its sheath in a dry spot.
Where the kukri and the machete come from
The machete is a working tool first, built to clear brush, cut cane and open trails. Its long, simple blade is easy to swing and easy to keep up, which is why farmers and campers have trusted it for so long.
The kukri has a different story. Its blade bends inward and gets heavier toward the tip, so each swing carries extra weight. Many people keep one as a camp chopper, and others simply admire the shape. Both make sturdy gifts for anyone who spends time outdoors.
Questions people ask
Is it illegal to have a machete?
In most places owning a machete is legal, since it is a common tool. Carrying rules vary by state and city, so check local laws.
What are the uses of a machete?
People use machetes to clear brush, cut trails, chop small branches and handle camp work. They are also popular with collectors.
What is a Gurkha knife?
A Gurkha knife is a kukri, a curved blade that bends forward toward the tip. It is known for strong chopping power.
What is a kukri knife good for?
A kukri is good for chopping wood, clearing brush and general camp tasks. Its forward curve puts weight behind each swing.