Top 7 Best Machetes for Survival & Self Defense Part 2

Machetes can be a versatile tool for survival and bushcraft. plus they can be an excellent weapon when it comes to clearing your path or just defending yourself in a demanding situation on your survival trip. Besides their sheer size, controllability and solid blade material, machetes are impressively helpful for cutting wood, making your shelter or even preparing food. and that's why machetes are popular among Expert outdoor enthusiasts and bush craft lovers. however there are many options available in the market for purchase. but we've rounded up seven of the best machetes based on their capable blade material and overall design. So please sit back, relax and enjoy our video on the top seven best machetes for survival and self-defense. Let's get started!

The Halfachance is a beefy fixed blade survival parang designed by award-winning custom knifemaker Ken Onion of Kaneohe, HI to be tough, strong and work like an ox. A thick, carbon steel blade has a black powder coat that is durable in extreme environments. Built for hard use, it easily takes an edge in the field after you’ve finished cutting yourself out of the depths of the jungle. Half the battle in any survival situation is with your own physical exhaustion. To combat that, the double injection molded handle is ergonomically designed to reduce hand fatigue and features multiple lanyard holes for varied grip options. The result is more efficient slicing action when you need to cut your own path. This parang includes a reinforced nylon sheath with a unique velcro belt loop system that can be changed between two positions: dangling or snug against the belt. An extra paracord fob comes laced onto the sheath for emergencies or lashing this parang to a pack, truck, or pack mule.

It’s hard to find a more versatile knife than a Kukri. A good Kukri is truly apocalypse proof; Proven to be an outstanding multi-functional bush knife and is capable of the toughest bushcraft chores. The blade's keen point is presented at a new and non-traditional angle that increases its thrusting and piercing power while keeping the legendary Kukri cutting power.The handle, with its integral guard keeps the user’s precious digits safe from harm while improving the balance and heft of the knife. Made of tough and durable 1055 Carbon Steel with black baked-on anti-rust matte finish for extra protection. Includes a durable Cor-Ex sheath for added safety and carrying convenience. The newly christened Royal Kukri was then extensively field-tested. Proving to be an outstanding multi-functional bush knife. Capable of the toughest bushcraft chores, from chopping firewood to dispatching wounded game, it also provided the comfort of a last resort self defense.

Tackle some of the toughest outdoor chores with Kershaw’s Camp 10 machete. Featuring a monstrous 10 inches blade and crafted with tough, durable 65Mn carbon tool steel, the Camp 10 is designed for hard-use applications and wear resistance. The high-performance blade is finished with an extremely durable basic black powder coat. Cut, hack, slash, strip and split nearly everything with the Camp 10. Wrapped in a rubber overmold, the Camp 10’s handle features a secure, contoured grip with a built-in hand guard. Lanyard attachments drilled in both the front and rear provide versatile carrying capacity. To protect the blade during storage and carry, the Camp 10 comes with a molded sheath with lashing points and nylon straps, attaching to any backpack, belt, ATV or saddle bag with ease. Whether deep in a jungle, backcountry, at home or even trapped in a zombie apocalypse, the Camp 10 is a rough and tumble, highly capable tool for any environment. Confidently blaze new trails with Kershaw’s Camp 10.

This blade was designed with one thought in mind chopping. With a 1/4 inches thick blade that is a full foot long, it will do that very well. Even though it's so large, the knife still weighs under 2 pounds.

Equipped with a cutlass-style 1085 carbon-steel blade, the Cutlass machete from Ka-Bar is ideal for chopping down weeds, clearing a campsite, or cutting small limbs and tree branches. The machete is comfortable in the hand, with an ergonomically shaped Kraton G thermoplastic elastomer handle that ensures a non-slip grip. Users will also love the leather combination sheath, which fits conveniently on your belt. Other features include a hollow grind, a 20-degree edge angle, and a blade length of 11 inches. The Cutlass machete measures 16.5 inches overall and weighs 1 point 12 pounds.

Heavy, hard hitting, and compact like a good double barrel, the Departure Bolo Machete is a super chopping beast that takes a Malaysian style blade a step further. The 1075 machete features a walnut handle with checkering for grip and very slight finger raises, for a unique grippy blade. The Departure Bole Machete has a 12-inch blade with a convex edge, and comes with a full grain quality leather sheath. This new chopper is a 12-gauge of the machete world.

The 108 Compadre Froe is among the Compadre Series of outdoor tools that boasts the latest in design and innovation. Buck’s new product development team set forward to create a heavy-duty, durable, multi-purpose wood working tool that would be ideal for outdoor activities. The Compadre Froe is designed and engineered for a multitude of outdoor tasks. Composed of 5160 steel, the 9 point 5 inches blade is perfect for clearing, heavy chopping, splitting, and atoning. Weighing under 2 lbs. And with an overall length of 16 point 5 inches, the Compadre Froe is the right size for all outdoor tasks. The unique Cerakote finish on the blade adds style while protecting against rust and corrosion while the natural canvas Micarta handle provides a sure grip, even when wet.