you'll find that a "cho" is also a "cho-il" (coincidence?)
which gives more satisfactory sharpening results.
also, when a sheathed kukri is reposition with a slight push of the "cho" onto the sheath;
it's tooth-like bite into the sheath, acts as a retention grip lock.
a traditional kukri is way ahead a machete in so far as heavy duty chores is concerned.
most commercially made machetes are designed as a form of cheap agricultural tool for plantation use.
perfect for clearing undergrowth or secondary forest.
if you're planing for a machete buy,
go with a tramontina because the brazillians truly understand what's required for the job.
so when you have a backyard the size of the amazon,
such a product becomes obvious for being affordable and easily replaced.
which gives more satisfactory sharpening results.
also, when a sheathed kukri is reposition with a slight push of the "cho" onto the sheath;
it's tooth-like bite into the sheath, acts as a retention grip lock.
a traditional kukri is way ahead a machete in so far as heavy duty chores is concerned.
most commercially made machetes are designed as a form of cheap agricultural tool for plantation use.
perfect for clearing undergrowth or secondary forest.
if you're planing for a machete buy,
go with a tramontina because the brazillians truly understand what's required for the job.
so when you have a backyard the size of the amazon,
such a product becomes obvious for being affordable and easily replaced.
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