I would like a big hefty chopper

[C@llector]

I would like a big hefty chopper would not like to spend more than 200 dollars on it want at least a seven inch blade

 

[wroughndt]

Well, there are a couple of routes to go. Check out the Himalayan Imports forum on here. They have many types of kukri that are under $200 that are world class choppers. I recently obtained a Ganga Ram 22inch that weighs 60 ounces for $165 on deal of the day. I can't imagine a needing bigger chopper.

To stay on the cheap (but quality) check out the Condor line. They came out with a whole list of new choppers this year.

Kabar kukri, grass machete, Cutlass machete, Becker BK9 are all nice.

You may also look into machetes. I do a lot (too much) chopping with knives, machetes and I believe that in a chopper, you cannot beat the bang for the buck you get with a machete. In my opinion, if you get a decent machet, spend time with it and learn to use it efficiently, a $30 machete will cover almost all of your average outdoorsmans chopping needs.

Good luck buddy!

 

[wouldestous]

i agree about the machete. you could most likely get a really great machete shipped to you for under thirty dollars.

 

[00ChevyScott]

Ka-Bar/Becker BK9!

 

[jimnolimit]

ontario RD7 or RD9
ontario RTAK2
becker BK-7 or BK-9
esee junglas

 

[sigsoup]

I went with a rat7 and a sp 10 marine Bowie. The Bowie eats wood with little effort envolved.

 

[crimsonfalcon07]

More detail as to what exactly you want would probably be good. There are a lot of good options, including the Condor Warlock and Boomslang, Becker BK7 and 9, ESEE Junglas, and many more. You could also probably get a custom blade for under 200. I know I've made big choppers for under that price point before. Really depends on what you're looking for.

 

[Smokinape]

Get a Junglass by ESEE, it has a skull on the blade...

 

[Bigfatts]

Bark River STS-8. I've had Beckers and Condors, used Esees, no comparison.

 

[Maniacal Pete]

Check out the Browning Crowell / Barker Competition Knife. :thumbup:

Also Ontario Ranger RD9. :thumbup:

 

[rctk1]

8" Blackjack tac-ops, KSF still has the prototype made of A2 steel

 

[Maddogg774]

Perfect timeing. Scrapyard has a deal for forum members on the 1311! Check the link.
http://www.scrapyardknives.com/knives.htm

 

[Goosey]

Anything from Himalayan Imports... or maybe:

 

[rctk1]

Tops Power Eagle 12

 

[The_Guide]

Id get an A2 Golok from Bark River. I have one and absolutely love it. A bit more than $200, but not much... and it is soooo worth it.. :thumbup:

Here is a pic of mine with my 3V Aurora:

Cheers!
:thumbup:

 

[Big Mike]

8" Blackjack tac-ops, KSF still has the prototype made of A2 steel

That's the ticket.




Big Mike

 

[Maniacal Pete]

Perfect timeing. Scrapyard has a deal for forum members on the 1311! Check the link.
http://www.scrapyardknives.com/knives.htm

I forgot about that, nice knife! :thumbup:

 

[C@llector]

Ka-Bar/Becker BK9!

everyone seems to like the bk9 i havent heard anything bad about it so far

 

[Dan57]

Get a Junglass by ESEE, it has a skull on the blade...

Skulls rule!

 

[mrn8]

Get a Junglass by ESEE, it has a skull on the blade...

If all you want is a skull on a blade, I'll etch one on a Tram. Only $100...way cheaper than the Junglas.

That being said, I love my BK9 and my Ka-Bar Cutlass Machete. Both are great choppers.