14" Tramontina Bolo

[C_Kyle]

I almost ordered a 14" Tramontina Bolo yesterday morning; but, I didn't, which turned out to be a good thing.

I went down to the local archery shop and shot about 20 or so arrows at their indoor range. I'm wanting to get into traditional archery, so I thought that place would be a good starting point. It was, because the owner said I was shooting unnaturally well for someone who has never picked up a bow before, and I also saw that he carried a variety of Tramontina machetes. I bought 2 bolos for $10 out the door.

I'm planning to at least rehandle both of them, one in some sort of wood, and the other in micarta. I'm also thinking about creating a patina on one via the boiling vinegar method, which should work because they're carbon steel, I think.

 

[RescueRiley]

Good score..Trams rock...gonna convex 'em??

 

[Shaolin]

They are very nice, good score.

 

[BarberFobic1992]

they are a good value, even though it take forever to get a good convex edge on some of the longer models, especially since i dont have a belt grinder.

 

[j williams]

Nice score! I love the Trams.

Happy shootin dude! Im pretty new to trad archery, but its alot of fun:thumbup:

 

[Horn Dog]

That's good price on those Tramontinas, wulfshrunting. I do wish that they would put the plastic handles that the use on some of thier other machetes on the bolos. They hold up well and are much more comfortable. I have had to reprofile several Tram bolo handles for myself and others. As for the convex edge, it is worth the trouble.

 

[RescueRiley]

if you decide to convex them contact siguy...(he's a righteous dude)

 

[KiljoyKutlery]

I just got a Cold Steel BOLO..I havnt tried it yet..but it feels great. I actually just got into about 5 different Machetes..I have to do a pic thread I guess.

 

[RescueRiley]

Im looking to get another 12 inch machete either an ontario or a tram.... the ontario is heavier and would probably bite more into timber .. but you can't beat a 12inch tram for 6 bucks...

 

[tonym]

Excellent score bro and congrats on the archery.

I'll 2nd Siguy, he hooked up the 12" Machete that RescurRiley was kind enough to give me. Shaped and oiled the handles as well.

 

[GEC]

yeah you can't beat using the 14" bolo. Even in hard wood areas, the extra weight and length is welcomed. Although i have abused my 12" tram on last camping trip. I even purposely tried to break it , but it took the beating with ease.

 

[Horn Dog]

if you decide to convex them contact siguy...(he's a righteous dude)

I do them, too.

 

[Unsub]

I have a couple knives HD has done and they are scary sharp.
His Ontario modded machete is awesome as well.

I have a 18 inch panga Tramontonia that is fantastic and is going to get some modding soon.