How Sturdy is this knife and did it withstand Chopping down a sapling without blade movement?
1308438
The -092 handle is held on by a 1/2" aluminum ferrule at the butt end, and the handle squirms after just a few minutes of use. But the great quality of the blade is worth the price of admission. It will definitely chop down a sapling, but at 14 oz. is a little light for extended wilderness survival applications. This is more of a medium-duty weekend-camper utility bowie, and will give many years of good service in a structured setting (campground). For heavier applications, look at the MTech mt-151, which is thicker and heavier and still in the same price range. I own an extensive collection of fixed-blade knives, and can highly recommend both of these MTech knives for their price and durability. The -092 handle is held on by a 1/2" aluminum ferrule at the butt end, and the handle squirms after just a few minutes of use. But the great quality of the blade is worth the price of admission. It will definitely chop down a sapling, but at 14 oz. is a little light for extended wilderness survival applications. This is more of a medium-duty weekend-camper utility bowie, and will give many years of good service in a structured setting (campground). For heavier applications, look at the MTech mt-151, which is thicker and heavier and still in the same price range. I own an extensive... » Read More The -092 handle is held on by a 1/2" aluminum ferrule at the butt end, and the handle squirms after just a few minutes of use. But the great quality of the blade is worth the price of admission. It will definitely chop down a sapling, but at 14 oz. is a little light for extended wilderness survival applications. This is more of a medium-duty weekend-camper utility bowie, and will give many years of good service in a structured setting (campground). For heavier applications, look at the MTech mt-151, which is thicker and heavier and still in the same price range. I own an extensive collection of fixed-blade knives, and can highly recommend both of these MTech knives for their price and durability. « Show Less
1308439
The -092 handle is held on by a 1/2" aluminum ferrule at the butt end, and the handle squirms after just a few minutes of use. But the great quality of the blade is worth the price of admission. It will definitely chop down a sapling, but at 14 oz. is a little light for extended wilderness survival applications. This is more of a medium-duty weekend-camper utility bowie, and will give many years of good service in a structured setting (campground). For heavier applications, look at the MTech mt-151, which is thicker and heavier and still in the same price range. I own an extensive collection of fixed-blade knives, and can highly recommend both of these MTech knives for their price and durability.
2154981
I would trust it for most smaller chopping, probably up to soothing as thick as a Campbell's soup can. It would take effort because the knife is so light but it is sturdy enough. As for small branches and saplings if you went at a angle to the tree you could probably pull it through anything smaller than your middle finger. There are some great examples on YouTube of this knife in action, equipped to endure does a really through review.
1914930
I'm not real sure how thick the blade is at its thickest, but the blade is hefty enough to do most camp chores. I believer the knife weighs in at just under a pound 14.5-15oz. Heavy enough, but not to heavy, holds the edge well, wouldn't be afraid to really get into it with this blade if the SHTF.
1814587
I'm not forsure but I tested it out when it arravied and it was really sharp and very strong and grips pretty good. I'd definitely recomand this blade.
2070773
It bent easily when I tried cutting a pine board, and the handle broke. I wouldn't try cutting anything hard with it, it won't take impacts very well.
1432079
After Christmas, I used it to chop through a 5" dia Christmas Tree trunk, swinging as hard as I could. The machete did not bend - the trunk did cut. It took several swings - which is proably why people don't use machetes to chop logs.
869403
The blade is very thick not super sharp. I'm not sure if it's fragile, we haven't used it yet.
852246
It's a pretty decent blade for everyday work, and could definitely baton branches 3 or 4 inches thick. But for prying I'd be careful applying leverage as its a fairly light weight and thin blade
743568
This pruner has held up beautifully for me, stays sharp, and cuts through branches up to around 1" in diameter. I love this thing. This is worlds beyond the Fiskar long-handled pruner I used to have-which failed in less than a year. Is it heavy duty? Yes!
1899600
First, and believe me I'm not trying to sound like a d!ck, but I don't recommend battling with metal swords. As for your question, it would hold up great as far as the blade is concerned, however the handle is pretty wimpy so if any part of the sword would break it would be that or where the blade connects to the handle. The blade itself is insane, check out youtube: WeAllJuggleKnives does a great demo vid for cutting.
479411
It should be able to handle it just fine. I cut down a tree that had a trunk that was at least 8 inches. Just make sure the chain is well-oiled and snug. The chain on mine came off once, but I was able to get it back on. I think it has a tendency to do this when it is new, so you may have to do some adjusting for a while.
2254073
mine is pretty tough; the very tip snapped off before i even got it, but that's just going to happen with that kind of point. it really is a budget Gladius though, not a Machete. it is not for chopping at all, it is a penetrator. The bulging to the sides at the end is actually somewhat exaggerated based on mine. I love it, but it is not a pioneer tool.
1362820
been using mine for 2 months of throwing practice into a tree and haven't scratched it or even needed to sharpen it yet. can still shave with it. it's amazingly strong for as light as it is.
1063733
Actually it is! It's quite heavy and durable. I went through a 3-4 inch tree stump pretty easily. I also swing it quite often to practice sword stances. Just be sure to keep it maintained if you get one. That also helps with the durability.
654435
I have a small piece of property and carry this with me in the woods. I have cut small branches, invasive vines, and thrown it ALOT with out any worries of it breaking or hurting the performance. So in summation, yes, it will definitely handle heavy abuse and throwing at log, trees, stumps, etc. I have hit the hilt and handle many many times without any permanent damage.
328907
Always feels sturdy. I actually use it to hack at blackberry bushes in the summer, love having the extra length with this blade. A lot less scratches on my forearms. It holds up pretty good.
1227295
Yes, it's very sturdy. I have found that it's easier for me to use on softer veggies like cucumbers and zucchini (it doesn't smash them) but it also works really well on carrots. I really like it. It helped me get through all of the zucchini from our garden this year!