Tramontina 12" Camp Machete Oversized Item (L) The versatile blade shape and

The versatile blade shape and comfortable handle with rubber over-mold make for a combination that's hard to put down

The only thing wrong with these examples is they have broken in half during transit

and continuous grain through the neck for maximum strength

While we are critical of these Austrian-made blades for not being true to classical American form

This massive but lightweight chef's knife is large and in charge

Tramontina 12" Camp Machete Oversized Item (L) The versatile blade shape andTramontina machetes come from the factory with the scales not flush with the tang, an acceptable but unfinished edge, an as stamped spine, and a rounded and unground tip. We've provided the option to bring them up to our standard. If selecting the Special Grade option we will: Flush the scales with the tang Finish the edge to a thin convex, brought all the way to the point Grind the spine square for tinder shaving and fire steel striking Shape the tip