The knife is a good one for light cutting of weeds/brush and perhaps some jungle work if you stay away from any type of prying. Mine takes a super keen edge and works well for me as long as I stay within these parameters. If you want a hard use machete, I'd suggest going with a Tramontina or better still, the offerings from Ontario. The handle on the BK-6 is quite comfortable and fits my hand well, something to consider if you are going to do a large amount of chopping.