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Machete Knife No. 1 Damascus steel, wenge handle
Machete Knife No. 1 Damascus steel, wenge handle
- Blade steel tipeDamascus
- Материал рукоятиВенге
- Lengtn blade (os)330 mm
- Witdth blade (os)65 mm
- Толщина клинка5 mm
- КонструкцияФиксированные
Analysis of the main characteristics and properties
Blade steel: Damascus steel is synonymous with exceptional durability and aesthetics. Due to its multi-layered structure, Damascus combines high hardness and strong wear resistance, which is especially important for knives designed for long-term use in difficult conditions. The Damascus holds a sharpener well, maintaining its sharpness even after intensive work, and is distinguished by an unusual pattern that makes each knife unique.
Handle material: wenge, a valuable exotic type of wood known for its high density, resistance to mechanical damage and moisture. Wenge wood fits perfectly in the hand, does not slip even when wet, which is crucial for a machete designed for heavy work in the field.
The thickness of the blade is 5 mm, the length of the blade is 330 mm, the width is 65 mm. These parameters provide outstanding fracture strength, high cutting and impact strength. A blade of similar thickness and length guarantees effective cutting of dense vegetation or wood.
Blade shape: machete. A massive wide blade with a characteristic expanding working part is optimal for working in the forest — clearing trails, chopping shrubs, small branches and even dense wood. This shape is also good for agricultural work, making camps and butchering large game.
Main tasks and scope of application
- It is ideal for tourists, hunters, forest workers, for survival and camping: it will cope with clearing trails, preparing camps, and harvesting firewood.
- It is indispensable in the country or in the garden when working with wood, shrubs, bark.
- It can be used for cutting large fish or meat in nature, as well as for splitting bones.
- Thanks to the artistic damask and natural handle, it is perfect for collectors and connoisseurs of handmade aesthetics.
Advantages and limitations
- Advantages:
- Damascus steel — high strength, excellent wear resistance and excellent aesthetics.
- The blade retains its sharpness for a long time, even during heavy work.
- The wenge handle is resistant to moisture, tactile comfort, and confident grip in the hand even with wet gloves or sweaty palms.
- The thick, wide blade perfectly tolerates power loads, is not subject to bending or chipping under strong blows.
- Handmade — each knife is unique, combines reliability and artistic value.
- Restrictions:
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Due to its size and weight, it is not suitable for precise delicate work, "jewelry" cutting or working with small products.
- Damascus steel requires careful care: long-term storage in a humid environment can cause corrosion, so it is necessary to dry and lubricate the blade in a timely manner. It is not designed for the kitchen — bulky and heavy, not designed for small slicing of vegetables or delicate culinary tasks.
Care recommendations
- After each use, the blade should be rinsed and thoroughly wiped dry, especially after contact with wet vegetation or food.
- Regularly treat the blade with a special oil impregnation to protect it from corrosion — this will preserve the beauty of the Damascus structure and the working properties of the steel.
- Wenge does not require complicated care: it is enough to periodically wipe the handle with a slightly damp cloth and, if necessary, cover it with natural wood oil.
- If necessary, use diamond or ceramic stones for sharpening — Damascus is excellent for proper editing.
Summary and recommendations
An exclusive Damascus steel machete with a wenge handle is the choice for those who value reliability, aesthetics and practicality in one piece. It is ideal for survivalists, hunters, tourists and collectors, as well as for serious gardening tasks. It is not suitable for fine kitchen work, but it will become an indispensable tool in the forest, in nature and in the collection of a connoisseur of handmade work. Attention to the care of the Damascus is the key to durability and preservation of the outstanding properties of the knife.