is this knife heavy enough to hack and chop branches and such?
1032432
No. It's an exceptional knife, but it's only got a 5" blade. It's not a machete. It's tough enough to handle the job, but definitely the wrong tool for that task.
1032433
I wouldn't call it a chopper. If you want a chopper get yourself a condor bushcraft parang.
1032434
Uh it's not very heavy, the design & trailpoint style makes it a good chopper for smaller things, it's no kukri though if u know what I mean. I bought this for my brother & he loves it. The length is very practical, the sheath is good, it also came with two different scales for the handle; one brown, one black. If u just want something heavier there is a larger version of this knife, bk5 I thinks it's called tho it looks bulky & cumbersome in my opinion but Im not a huge fan of BFKs (big f***** knife).
475040
I keep it very sharp and have had no problem cutting 2-3 inch branches with a solid baton. This knife can handle that type of "abuse" with no problem. I use it all the time to split firewood into kindling with a baton also.
1761624
I have not tried cutting anything that thick yet, but I think they may be able to handle it. I am sure it can handle 1 inch thick branches.
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.
643717
It's sharp enough but a weird shape for gutting. It's top heavy but if you can get around that, it'll be fine
354669
Wouldn't recommend it. unless you plan to swap it out for a heavy duty blade.
31830
The blade is quite springy, but that is kind of what you want for a rapier. If you are going to be using it as a rapier, i.e. as a thrusting weapon, it should do just fine. If you are going to be hacking and slashing, you'd probably want a broadsword or something similar with a stiffer and thicker blade.
2259423
I'm know expert- but I would say yes. It seems like a very solid knife, single piece of steel, well balanced, and has good weight to it. We throw it into the end of cut logs which make excellent targets.
2109687
No. benign vegetables. does not handle hard things well. good knife for what it's intent is.
1623352
I doubt it, its a really small knife and you wouldn't want to wear out the blade. I'd prefer getting a knife with a saw back thats made for cutting small branches.
2135376
Yes, it is a bit heavier due to the weight of the walnut handle, but not by much. It stillhas the same relatively thin blade and feels light compared to most knives of this design.For a heavier knife with a thicker blade, I'd recommend the Mercer 8" Renaissance or Genesis in this price range..
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.
2240710
It seems relatively durable and sharp, i've hacked into plywood with it with no problems but it isn't sharp enough to cut your finger if you run it along the blade. It is NOT full tang, if you unwrap the handle you can see where the handle and blade are welded together. The sheath is garbage but with some super glue it will last.
2199005
This a nice looking knife I would use as backup knife thick blade long sharp myself not my primary tool I like mine but I don't take mine to the bush. Some with more training might . I an not sure if I am qualified to answer your question
939237
Heavy blade is easy enough to sharpen and stays sharp. Handles are tough. Its kind of big but it will take a beating. Not sure as I use it in the kitchen. If I wanted an outdoor survival style knife Id spend a bit more and go with a U.S. made k-bar style. Just my 2 cents. Good luck Ron
2063973
It's great for driving stakes and for general hammering. Iv owned this knife for a yea now and iv used it for many activities. It's a beefy knife.
1254670
It will probably do that, however I doubt if it is made for that kind of work. You will probably wear out the knife pretty quick.