Seeking Suggestions for a Chopper

How about something like this?

J/K. I like a hatchet nowadays, after chasing the perfect chopper knife. If I went with a knife though, it would be something in the Busse Battle Mistress line.
 
I assume you are shopping for a chopper that you will bring along into the wilderness- as posted in this subforum.

If they are still making it, i would go for BHK Outdoors machete. I find the design of this knife is well-thought-out. Again, i'm just speaking for what i would prefer in a day-hike, trail-blaze myself into another potential camp-fire spot. Convex the edge and pair it with a folding ceramic blade and you have got a very good combo- ceramic blade for food prep as well as using the spine to touch up on the machete edge. A folding saw would be good too.
 
I like this one quite a bit. Busse Battle Mistress Ergo. 13.5" OAL.



Also reeeally liking this Bill Siegle. Around 16" OAL.

 
If you can find a Gossman BBT second hand that'd be great.

Becker BK9 is a great choice as well. Very light for its size and a great point on it.
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Smithhammer said:
I don't know of a single manufacturer that turns out 100% perfect product every time. Every company - even the best companies, have an issue with a product that slips thorugh now and then. But I have owned many Bark River knives, and I have yet to have one fail on me in any way.

Now, I'm not saying that there aren't people who have had valid issues with a BR knife in the past (just as there have been people who have had an issue with just about any brand at one time or another), but there are also no shortage of people who do stupid shit with knives, because they saw someone do the same ridiculous thing in a YouTube video with some sort of sharpened crowbar, and then they "can't believe" that their high quality knife chipped when they tried the same thing at home. There are also plenty of people who just repeat whatever rumor they've heard on the interwebs until it starts to sound like truth.

If you are curious about a Bark River knife, I would highly encourage you to try one, and to do so with complete confidence. I doubt you will be disappointed, and if you use it within the realm of reasonable and intended uses for a knife, I'd be quite surprised if it failed you in any way. And if, by some chance it does fail? They have one of the best, no-questions-asked warranties in the business and will take care of it. But like I said, I've owned many, and I have yet to send one back for any reason.

Disclaimer - I have no affiliation with Bark River whatsoever. Just a long-time, very satisfied customer. :thumbup:
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OK, so I've finally given in the the allure of the shiny blades. I just put in an order for one of their goloks (a2/green micarta.) The first thing to do will be to chop into some logs and see if I got a keeper or if it will need to go back to Bark River. I'm looking forward to holding one.
 
Vapour said:
OK, so I've finally given in the the allure of the shiny blades. I just put in an order for one of their goloks (a2/green micarta.) The first thing to do will be to chop into some logs and see if I got a keeper or if it will need to go back to Bark River. I'm looking forward to holding one.
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Cool - I'll be curious to hear your thoughts after you've used it for a while.

And you probably already know this, but a Golok really shines with a particular type of cutting technique that takes advantage of its design, rather than just trying to "muscle chop" it (just like a bolo really shines when used in conjunction with a "snap cut" technique). The 'draw cut' makes a lot of sense with the Golok design.

I used my Grasso Bolo I this morning for repairing some ground blinds for the upcoming archery season. Every time I use it, I'm blown away by how effortlessly this design blows through limbs. And a few quick strops when I got home and it was cleanly slicing paper again. :thumbup:

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I have a nice Chopper model for your reference, Product Name: Chop Magic ; It is Very useful, when you prepare a Salad.
Here is the Application:
1) Chop peppers, squash and zucchini for a tasty julienne stir-fry
2) Mince garlic, mushrooms & onions for the perfect spaghetti sauce
3) Cube meats, cheeses and veggies to create your own home salad bar
4) Slice potatoes for French fries or a scalloped potato treat
5) Dice tomatoes, peppers and onions for a delicious home-made salsa
 
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These days I use a 12" Ontario machete,it's cheap,light weight and you can baton if you need to. I do have some HI Khukuris ,but they are too heavy to walk long distances with.
 
There are no issues to be concerned about Bark River. There is that video of the dude cutting the chopsticks but there is "The Rest of the story" that I don't think he ever told. He should take that video down.

That being said - I say get the BK9. I have one and it is constantly earning my respect.
 
I recently bought a Condor Pack Golok from Baryonyx Knife Company. I went with the "special grade" option. That basically means he does a bit of re-profiling on the blade and ships it shaving sharp. No kidding, one trip down my forearm and the blade was wearing a fur coat.
This is a large knife/small machete. The weight is great for chopping, but not unwieldy. I was able to push-cut some yardage markings on a variety of trees (pine, oak, ash, etc.) for an upcoming hunt. I love this knife and will have it in my pack while hunting deer and black bear this fall.
 
get a Himalayan Imports balance kukri approx 29 oz 16" Oal, 5160 Steel, and 3/8" spine. mine is heavier at 35 oz and 5/16" spine but here is a pic.
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TWBryan said:
These days I use a 12" Ontario machete,it's cheap,light weight and you can baton if you need to. I do have some HI Khukuris ,but they are too heavy to walk long distances with.
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Which HI do you own? i own and use a 35 oz balance knife for my main blade. no issues going long distance.
 
polarwolf21 said:
I'm 6'0 but the Junglass goes on my pack. I'm just looking for something kind of in between the Junglass and RC6.

I know I originally said I wasn't looking at custom, but the XL Wildland from MLL Knives is really interesting to me. I've seen 1 YouTube review done by a member here on that blade. Does anyone have any experience with MLL Knives, or the XL Wildland in particular?
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I have two of Mario's knives. I own a Wildland and it is heavy, sharp, and a brute. I'd trust it to anything.
 
Please Try this New item Onion Chopper too

The Specifications:

Reduces onion vapors to minimize tears
Measurements printed on the non-skid container
Includes cleaning tool
Dishwasher safe Parts
Satisfaction guaranteed
Product size: 210*110*72 mm
PP Plastic and Stainless Steel Material
 
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