Is this machete actually full tang? Does it feel sturdy or not?
454999
Yes,its full tang. And I'd be lost without it. This is military issue. I've used this thing to cut down trees 8'' in diameter. Just take care of it and it'll last you a life time. Its on my self reliance kit 24/7
455000
Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have are awesome - if you do get one maybe do a followup post and tell us if they seem to be as good as I say. Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have... » Read More Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have are awesome - if you do get one maybe do a followup post and tell us if they seem to be as good as I say. « Show Less
455001
yes it is. Very sturdy. I personally have had a few Ontario Knife products over the years and have never been disappointed, especially in their machete department. I would definately recommend this blade.
455002
very sturdy and heavy, it is full tang. Not sharp out of the box but that can be remedied
455003
military grade machete....replaced my usmc machete that I had lost...u cannot go wrong
1048373
It is full tang. I like that the tang isn't exposed though especially in the winter.
1416149
This knife is not full tang. Its about half i believe. That does not hold this blade back from being a great knife. I have one, I field dressed a deer with it, did great. This knife is fantastic for in the field, it is sharp, it is light, and if used as a knife and not a hatchet, it will last forever. This is not a survival knife... this is just a good hunting knife/backup knife for your pack when you are carrying one of those bulky bushcraft monsters.
560849
I'm not sure if it's full tang, but my brother sharpened it a bit more after he opened it and he then proceeded to whack at everything in sight, but its still pretty sharp, barely dulled, if dulled at all.
3077
It is full tang and has been extremely durable. I don't have anything to measure it with right now, but it isn't too thick and def isn't too thin to be useless. I love this knife and give it as gifts to my friends.
1443311
Noah, I'm not positive if this is a full tang knife or not. As far as I know, it must have a piece of metal most, if not all the way down the handle. If you are considering buying this, I would definitley recommend it. I use it as my hunting knife and have cut through multiple deer and chopped through bone with this knife with ease. It's held up to everything I've put it through and it stays sharp as well. Best knife I've ever bought!
1488344
I do not know for certain, but from the weight, balance and price, I would imagine that it is not full tang.
968780
It is not a full tang but it is a 3/4 tang, I have owned the 13" blade model for many years and it out performs any other machete I have ever tried. I have used it to clear an entire acre of land and it barely needed sharpening. A true workhorse tool!
1309802
It's pretty quality. The blade is thinner than other machetes that I have, but it's durable enough to take a beating and you can put a good edge on it. You'll need to, though, they don't really sharpen them before shipping
2104081
Not full tang, but very well built and excels at most common camping/bushcraft/etc tasks. Don't baton wood with it, though.
632545
Not sure, but for the money it's a decent machete. It is just paracord wrapped around the handle, and a nylon sheath. I plan on making a wooden handle for mine. Good for carrying on the ATV without worrying about it getting banged around. I would say it's just hardened steel.
537995
Yes, this is full tang. If you have any further questions, we will be happy to assist you.
328906
The blade is not flimsy at all. It's a very sturdy reliable blade, you won't break it if thats what you're wondering. It DOES, however, have a good amount of flex to it, as a machete should. You could legitimately throw this blade into a tree and it wouldn't harm it. It's VERY sturdy. I've got a big blog post on it, if you want to see in detail. http://therealindianajones.blogspot.com/2014/02/cold-steel-cutlass-machete-review.html
1649738
It is full tang. One of the best knife purchases I have ever made. Be sure to check state and county laws regarding this "quality cutting tool"
560852
Yes, full tang. Mine arrived fairly sharp in the box and I just cleaned it up with a smooth stone. Blade is so impressively heavy and thick that it will power through whatever you swing it at. Think short sword.
2182964
I had this sword, but with the regular steel, not the Damascus. I didn't disassemble it, but the balance felt like full tang, and I used to chop logs with it, so I doubt very seriously that it has a welded tang. These swords are beasts/
864025
It is a full tang but IMO far too small to be useful for either. I bought it for survival and you'd need to sharpen it, but don't count on using it for chopping wood