A Butterfly/Folding Machete! Gerber DoubleDown

[@AverageDudeAdventures]

Gotta respect Gerber for pushing the envelop

[@colonelaengus7005]

I was just telling a friend the same thing.

[@commiesnzombies]

after a few cut up / amputated fingers----Discontinued

[@charliebaker1427]

Man gerber always be making trash

[@coreyfazo690]

If they wanted to do a folding machete I would expect a dam flipper not a dam butterfly knife 😂🤦🏽‍♂️

[@DutchBushcraftKnives]

Wow we got to do a video about this one aswell!

[@pyrosmoak53]

Hi DBK!!! 👋

[@antti927]

Best KZbinr is here

[@mistersmith3986]

I need help. Does anyone know the original edge angle degree for the Cold Steel Recon 1 Spear Point S35VN?

[@ArsLanHGunner]

That is going to be a wild video!

[@Basementbuds420]

don't wate your time DBK on a not machete but a weird 🤔 folding knife with a bearly 7 inch blade

[@willonglet391]

Seems like a great way to have a machete with you when you otherwise wouldn’t! Dont think my dorm would love it if I walk in and out with a full size machete every weekend but this will disappear in a pack!

[@kcarsonphoto]

Lol... my Girl Scout leading wife is intrigued... she was surprised by this feeling. I told her that's the knife bug getting you! ⚔🐛😁😂😏

[@hadmatter9240]

Touche? Hehehe. Keep feeding that fire, brother, keep feeding it.

[@OzMan9989]

“That’s not a knife. THIS IS A KNIFE!”

[@hadmatter9240]

We _all_ should've seen this comment coming...from a MILE away! LMAO

[@tjshine7444]

Said Crocodile Dundee when he visited the Philippines!

[@lordthunderchicken4636]

“So preoccupied with whether or not you could, you didn’t stop to think if you should” only thing I can think of when looking at it.

[@MilkDrinkerVD]

I literally just looked this up 2 minutes after I received it in the mail. I was thinking this could be a nice butterfly knife I can use everyday and carry around but when I saw the huge package and how heavy it was, I was like “uhhh….is this it? Maybe they packed it super well?” Then I come to find out it’s a sword. I’m laughing so hard right now because it NEVER occurred to me to check the dimensions or anything lmao. What I learned is check dimensions before you order 💀

[@hirodrawsartstuff]

I'm reading your comment laughing, because I could see me in your shoes. Except, I ordered it because it's a damnnnn sword. Lol! Saw a random video with it, hunted it down and bought it. Came here, to see who knows it exists. One of the Dopest blades ever made, just idea and engineering alone. I could imagine getting a big ahh package and saying "my lil' edc knife? Huh? Wait? Hold on....WTF....?!" Lol. I just bought a Machete, but a foldable, well-crafted one it's just insane.

[@CaptDavesSportfishing]

hahahaha .....how dang goofy!

[@itsrenov8]

chad

[@fearnoevilllc9719]

Cool! Cold Steel needs to make a weaponized version!

[@johnrollins4879]

If you told me someone was making this and you described it to me, my first thought would have been Cold Steel.

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

Looks fine, but not sure I would ever want a folding blade for the applications where I would reach for a blade like this. Fixed blade of this size with full tang would be 100% reached for more often.

[@hailtothe_rooster1572]

Agreed. I like the smaller profile for packing but for that size I’d stick to something like the okc rat7.

[@GizmoGuzman0924]

Yes unless you live in California where you can’t have fixed blade over 3 inches

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

@@GizmoGuzman0924 that’s only some jurisdictions in CA

[@GizmoGuzman0924]

@@AZHighlandHomestead true Los Angeles area to be specific.

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

@@GizmoGuzman0924 yea LA is ridiculous. Pepper spray may be outlawed soon, who knows.

[@johnhernandez7515]

I'm from philippines, the origin of balisong and i will order one, it nice to bring a machete in a camping but in a more compact way that can fit in my backpack

[@clawhammer704]

Exactly. I couldn't have said it better.

[@Basementbuds420]

Machetes are 10 plus inches at least most true machetes start at 14 inches and get bigger

[@Basementbuds420]

That whole knife 🔪 folded open is the length of just my blade on my Machetes

[@angelacruz71]

I'm from Guam and i use a Kershaw camp 10 (10 inch blade) in the jungle and it fits into my backpack. Ive used condor and other machete brands but prefer the camp 10 for heavy duty and packing away.

[@hunterglaspell5580]

I’ve known about the development of this since 2018. It’s gone through several variations (the washers used to be bearings but were unreliable with testing so production was delayed) and years of abuse testing in various environments. It seems ridiculous, but it’s over designed and over built. You aren’t gonna hurt it

[@gladeshunter8796]

Borders on ridiculous but it does have a certain cool factor that makes we want it .

[@unklemike5012]

Agreed.

[@benjamincosic6757]

I was thinking the same

[@reynaldomartinez4044]

Im saying!

[@Basementbuds420]

Buy a becker bk7 you won't regret it this is a flea market toy will just sit in your drawer

[@ftdefiance1]

For every day use perhaps no. For a aircraft survival kit or perhaps a survival kit on a boat yes

[@WhispyWoods.]

I see that as it’s biggest flaw. I would not want all those moving parts for something that I’d use for survival.

[@huejanus5505]

Sometimes a knife is worth it just for the cool factor

[@ccashin6228]

The knife community: all we want is high quality knives with decent steel Gerber: BaLiSoNg MaChEtE

[@blakeg4166]

To many stupid companies making the same shit now. So no you are wrong.

[@ccashin6228]

@@blakeg4166 chill out

[@blakeg4166]

@@ccashin6228 no. I will not avoid telling the truth.

[@tinyfrogs]

Someone said, let’s take something useful and reliable and turn it into something tacticool and unreliable.

[@kejadventures241]

The only thing butterfly knives are useful for is impressing other 11 year olds behind the gaming center. Of course every now and then there's the occasional a****** who thinks he carries it around for self-defense like his collection of karambits.

[@The4cp]

@@kejadventures241 there's a legitimate utility use for karambits balisongs are just as you said trick knives.

[@charlessalmond7076]

I believe the Phillipine army used to issue one. Extremely strong folding mechanism. If you are holding the handle, it can not close on you. Also ambidextrous, and also one hand operation.

[@J.sh_CDN]

@@charlessalmond7076 no idea on their use in the military, but from a crafty point of view, it would be relatively easy to make a balisong with limited technology and materials. Almost frictiom folder easy, and certainly easier than making a slipjoint/backlock/linerlock. Back when i was a teenager, i turned my old extra car key into a key balisong pretty easy.

[@nitefire766]

There were butterfly knives made for the CIA during the Vietnam War. Hackman, made in Finland it’s in Google

[@sda4jesus1]

It would be cooler and more ergo without the blocky security features up front that doubtless substantially run up the price, but the legal dept clearly won that argument. The back latch, though, would have to be foolproof from accidental opening.

[@keysersoze1537]

I wouldn’t go out to the woods with it but it’s super handy and useful gardening and doing simple task chop vines dig out roots

[@thomaspotter252]

It's a fun design and I appreciate them going out of the box, but at that price you can get a nice belt knife and a nice folding saw, any you'll get way more utility

[@haveaknifeday]

Gerber, hold my beer 🍺 🤣

[@michaelmetler6315]

I'm with the flytanium crowd Going to get scales and mod into A monsterfly

[@oscarlamonte3148]

Just ordered ONE just hit KNIFE CENTER. 10 mins ago, BLACKOUT VERSION ,and they won't stick around!!!!!.. 135.00$$ just had to have one for my landscaping business!!!👍👌🔥 I'll keep ya posted!!!

[@richardpaul1114]

I don’t know if I would call it a machete maybe large large knife

[@paulgiles7456]

My thoughts exactly.

[@lavador4585]

Short Messer?

[@dertodesking8379]

@@lavador4585 You know that Messer is the German word for knife...?

[@lavador4585]

@@dertodesking8379 Yes, it's also a name given to a certain knife

[@dertodesking8379]

@@lavador4585 Do you mean the Langmesser?

[@basednorsegael1089]

So I was at Canadian tire looking at the knife aisle today. I’m always disappointed with their lack of options, but today I saw the cold steel survivalist and was checking it out. I was waiting for buddy to come open up the cabinet for me and I saw this plain brown Gerber box. I asked him what was in there and when he pulled the double down out and I saw it, I decided to take that too

[@4StonesHandcraft]

Nice review! Did you try to deploy it with one hand? If carried as a survival tool I think that would be important.

[@bartholomausnovember7962]

Already ordered one. Waited for this thing since SHOT-Show last year.

[@dick_richards]

Wow wtf....

[@dubon6372]

I have no use for a knife like that one, and that is exactly the reason I will purchase it. I am very happy it has a lanyard to find it in my pocket faster.

[@bobhabsolute4995]

🤣🤣🤣

[@flapxjackson]

Looks cool. I can see a lot of people getting this and using it. For a machete, it’s compact. I see it easily thrown into a bag where a full sized machete might get left behind. The pinching aspect isn’t great. But you showed that you could alleviate that by wearing gloves. Though pinching is why I stopped using Gerber multi tools with the slide out jaws like the Gerber 600. It was nice being able to engage the pliers with a flick of the wrist. But if I clamped down on thin material the handles pinched my palm. I go with a Leatherman or a SwissTool now.

[@billrivers7558]

Not for me I'll stick with either my Prodigy or my Esee I can draw either knife and start working on the task at hand in the time it takes just to open that

[@stevenh4669]

In a month they will be selling a kydex sheath for the opened folding machete

[@billrivers7558]

@@stevenh4669 that doesn't really matter when you have to unlock and open the handle when compared to the 2 fixed blades that I mentioned

[@bobhabsolute4995]

@@billrivers7558 I think he was joking making it more absurd.

[@jdam568]

Might be a good addition to a pilot's emergency kit

[@NGMonocrom]

No point in making a fixed-blade version of this. It's only advantage over literally anything else out there is its folding ability, to get down to a very compact size; with a very secure locking mechanism. Making it into a fixed-blade, even a very small hatchet will outperform it for significantly less money.

[@stephenkylecaballero6941]

very clever knife... and actually practical for me...

[@cephasmcpher67peteroutdoorspip]

Definitely a unique blade even though the "butterfly" knife has been around for years. I like the safety lock to fully open it, Gerber probably added that for legal reasons and so people don't try flipping the thing open and closed like they're Bruce Lee. Pretty cool all in all. It would be awesome if they just made it into a standard fixed blade like you said.

[@kejadventures241]

Honestly if you're one ofthe people like Us who have survivalism and Bushcraft as a hobby then something like this is probably pretty cool. if you can get over the fact that most people aren't going to end up in some kind of bad scenario than something like this can be really fun.

[@WhispyWoods.]

If the handle wasn’t terribly uncomfortable and impractical for use I’d be more inclined to agree with you. As this thing is, I’d never want to use it.

[@4673962]

Excellent review Aaron. Enjoyed it a lot. I would take one. Don't think I would take it over some other fixed blades I have if I was forced to only have a couple blades. I do think it's cool though. If you think about all the parts, probably around 40 to 50 parts it's not that bad a price. I've been a machinist. For them to make that many parts in America, that price is very reasonable to me from a parts to cost perspective. Now will it replace another $140 fixed blades i have....well?

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

Great review. Hopefully they will take your advice and do a fixed blade version!

[@wvlongshooter3912]

Great content!! Hey, I just bought an esee 6, exactly like the tan micarta one you did a video on, I love this tool !! Before purchasing, I watched all of your videos containing this tool. Prior ti this knife I carried a Tops BOB, the Little Bugger and the kukuri all from Tops. Great knives and tools too. I just want to say, I appreciate what you do and appreciate your channel. The esee 6 seems to do the jobs of several of my other knives all in one tool. Thanks!!!’

[@calebg7682]

I’m kind of with you. I’m glad someone is out there trying innovative ways to make a machete more compact. This would allow you to carry a machete in a fanny pack on a day hike. That is pretty cool! I care about the bulk of gear, so from that angle this does intrigue me. But I’m not sure I need one, or that most anyone else needs one. Like you said, it doesn’t replace the other tools I already have, and if I’m already doing fine with the tools I have, then I probably don’t need to carry an extra one. And, while the R&D may justify the price tag, I don’t think my usage would justify paying that price. So I kind of land on the fence.

[@dropkickengage2194]

Easy pass on this, but would definitely buy a simple fixed blade version using that same blade. Single down, make it happen Aaron!

[@BladeObssession]

That's a great idea Gerber. So cool

[@kaaajeee]

i am like "i gotta make this from cheap machete and some wood. bigger." balisong design is a right call for this and i don't see it failing.

[@JJ-gd7gf]

Yea, I'm getting one. The folded size is perfect for hiking down game trails that need minor clearing. I use the Gerber Gator now and it doesn't fit in my pack bag.

[@barrybecker3706]

I know it’s not in the same category but I still love my (first production run) Schrade Jess-X for chopping, batoning, etc. And my Jessica-X is from the original run with the proper heat treat and grind.

[@lonetrader1]

Damn you lol

[@The4cp]

You lucky son of a .......... lol. I'd pinch my hand in a butterfly machete for an original Jess -X

[@JeffSmith-iu7dp]

Been wanting this for 6 months.....ordered mine today. Perfect for the MTB trail work I do.

[@darthblade2016]

This is definitely an interesting blade and i like the idea of this as a novelty, but I do not have the disposable income to justify this over a standard fixed blade. Maybe if i were able to pick up one through a trade, that could be cool to try out. Great video Aaron, thank u!

[@danielgainey185]

Do I need it? No. Do I want it? Yes. Will I buy it? Definitely.

[@johnking1164]

Looks pretty cool, nice concept but I think it might, might be better with a saw blade, I still see lots of hot spots

[@SoulacroupLesCombes]

Is it only me? That video is soooo crispy sharp....wow!

[@Ken-po4yr]

Got one today, used it to clear a branch that hangs into a walking path in our neighborhood, no question this thing is a beast.

[@whoozit96]

I really enjoy your videos and your reviews of different products that are available for EDC and camping and Outdoors use. I've noticed a couple of your videos were in front of a shed and I was curious what brand shed you were using. Thanks for your videos I have a great day!

[@brentjacobs7083]

I’m waiting on the butterfly saw from someone. Silky??? Gerber???

[@bigbird6788]

A Japanese saw? With wonderful curly maple handles

[@coryhall4457]

I like how it locks in a Afraim for a hunting trap like a dead fall or a spring trap. It's got my mind running what you could do with it.

[@SingleMaltSmash]

I think it's fantastic. perfect application of the balisong mechanism, being the most durable of the folding designs. sadly, will hurt sales in less free states, but this will make a fantastic BOB knife, small pack size and weight and quite a bit of reach for those bigger logs

[@kevinschmith9379]

No cool butterfly tricks? Sad that’s the only reason to use butterfly knife

[@David_Downs]

I dont know, using it as a knife is pretty satistfying too.

[@johnnyrook6371]

You can't flip it open. Those safety levers lock the handle closed until you push them.

[@jdseams]

There's gotta be a way to remove those detent locks to be able to. Then I'll pull trigger.

[@Peetreesaur]

They say those locks are on there for safety but I think it’s to bypass the laws against balisong knives

[@Peetreesaur]

I also think you might be able to take out some pins, plates and springs to give it a free swing. Would probably make it illegal in some places

[@blakeg4166]

FINALLY someone made a decent video about this old ass knife!!

[@bilakos1987]

My brain says no. Moving parts on a chopping tool? I'll pass. But my heart says yes. It looks cool, and it did seem to hold up. They actually designed it to withstand batoning. And made in USA. And it's very compact and looks tons of fun to use. My wallet says no. And Australian Customs would seize it immediately because it is a balisong design. I'll never have one but I am glad to see it exists.

[@stuartparker6111]

Love it, got the green and satin version the other day after seeing the shot show previews last year. Great lock/ mechanism, feels great in the hand for all chopping. Especially when you choke back and hit that sweet spot between the belly and recurve. Haven't had mine pinch yet but the lock still pretty new and tight..... As you can see in the review with all the smiles...... It's a tone of fun and nobody will ever guess there is a knife that size hidden away. If your on the fence, I'd certainly recommend it!

[@Trevlee74]

Looks like something Chris Tanner would design. I just might buy one. I think it would be useful for clearing brush and low branches when bank fishing.

[@jayjayhooksch1]

Came to comments to say the same thing. This looks like an excellent river knife, especially for in the city; I fly fish for trout and salmon often and getting through the rivers/creeks is tough without a large knife. With waders on, if you plan on going waist deep, there's just nowhere to keep a fixed blade machete on your person without it constantly taking a dunk. Also, I often have to trek through parks during these fishing trips and don't really want to be around kids and parents with an easily spotted machete hanging off my leg.

[@firinglinechannel]

Man, I don’t normally fall for gimmicky or cool factor things. But I may have to get one of those.

[@matthewadler1329]

Aaron, Congratulations on the new partnership with LAPG! I love the site; they are doing good work, as is GT. The channel deserves reputable endorsement, and I'm thrilled its them. Keep up the good work brother!

[@gideonstactical]

Thank you my friend!!

[@alexanderbertallo1995]

Awesome idea! I love this piece... Thanks for the review and keep up the great work

[@alexanderweaver4838]

The blade looks so similar to the blade of my Schrade SCHF9; I call it my Chef Nine. I use it primarily for light chopping and wood processing. If I had to choose between the Gerber machete and my Ontario SP58, I'd go with the Ontario machete everytime. The Gerber is a pretty cool concept but it's too many steps to deploy it. With the Ontario it requires one quick unsnap of a metal button on the leather sheath, rock the Sp58 handle forward and draw it from the sheath; it's ready for use. Like you, I absolutely love my two Gerber Strongarms, coyote and black, and they are my go-to blades of choice. BTW, I love LAPG products. My favorites are the Operator Pants ($30/pair) and the LAPG Bail Out Bag, great organizational bag I take overland camping. Mine was on sale for $29.

[@jimzee6954]

Cool blade! But wonder how long it would hold up? Could work as a vehicle back up for emergencies where it wouldn't be used all the time. Thanks for the review, great job! When black comes in I just might give it a try and use as vehicle backup.

[@TomFoolery1991]

Do you think you could pull it apart and remove the locking mechanism to use as an actual bali?

[@dennykitchens8598]

I can definitely see getting it and throwing it in my hunting pack. I have big hands so for me it's kind of hard sometimes to find a knife that is big enough to feel good and comfortable to me.

[@Dynotop1a]

I like the concept and appreciate that Gerber tried it, but I wouldn’t get it. The locking mechanism seems like a great safety feature, but I’m confident in my dexterity. It’s just too bulky to provide any real carry advantage over a normal machete in my opinion. It’s undeniably pretty cool though! Have you seen Darriel Caston’s (D Rocket Design) folding hatchet? It looks interesting to me.

[@vencemcadams2927]

Very interesting... but stupid! HAHA! Thanks for saving me some money.

[@glasius22]

No matters the flashy balisong tricks... That thing can do so much more than a normal knife and folds to be a very conpact tool 👌

[@themodernninja8074]

It was only a matter of time before something like this was made. Next up, folding throwing knives :)

[@thymii]

How can the lock disengaging be a problem since you're holding on to both of the handle parts? A balisong can't just close through your hand...

[@ufoe20011]

put a longer lanyard on it and wrap it around the handle 1 time before starting heavier chopping.

[@josephspencer621]

Just carry a square of thick leather and place between the handles, No more pinches

[@georgeaura]

Is there a way to get rid of that center locking mechanism to make it work like any butterfly knife?

[@ed2335]

Gerber keeps on coming. Good innovation.

[@twalk6164]

I think an outstanding design for a survival knife, a hunter's companion. Using leather gloves will solve the pinching.

[@tntanto]

Weird product, but yes, I like it. I question what its sales volume will be but might become collectible. Thanks for the review. Good job.

[@jordanbelcourt9915]

I just got one today, wanted to know what it can do? And I think it's completely practical, considering you have children that think everything you have is the coolest. In other words those of us who venture outdoors and have kids, it's a really dam good choice.

[@samdungan03]

Congratulations on the sponsorship!!

[@joannekeefe426]

Geez. I'm far from a blade expert. But watching this is crazy. If your not using extremely soft wood the thing seems just effortless. Great video

[@CSLFiero]

this is a perfect example of gerber coming up with a great idea and then delivering a gerber-quality product. Cold Steel should have thought of this.

[@escapetherace1943]

It makes a lot more sense to just carry a 5-6 inch survival knife that is fixed over this thing. A cheap hatchet still excels over this

[@spiritsofthedistilledkind3633]

I would be interested in a comparison between this and the Opinel No. 13, at $100 with a folding 8.75” Stainless Steel blade. I’ve had my eye on the Opinel, but since this has come out is it worth the extra $40.

[@steellovingyou8673]

Hi Aaron. I think this is a cool idea , I don't see me getting one only because of the price. I think it would be a riot to edc this in the pouch on your belt . Thanks for a great and fun review. Thanks

[@johnruff7417]

I think a quality USA made folding machete is a great idea

[@cwsmith17]

The knife looks awesome thanks for the review.

[@clive-t.m.d7955]

There's surely a market for a folding machete if only for easier carry. Key question: will it work reliably for years? If it does, it will appeal to many. But the locking / gear mechanism makes me doubt it will. Also why 420HC rather than 1075? Good review 👍

[@tanthaman]

In a danger situation you won't have time to fold that thing out

[@charleescorner8095]

It’s not a self defense weapon, it’s pure novelty

[@blakeg4166]

@@charleescorner8095 its pure practicality**

[@darrenboorman4365]

That’s not it’s purpose. It takes up half the space in your pack.

[@lonetrader1]

@@darrenboorman4365 Damn you need a bigger pack

[@darrenboorman4365]

@@lonetrader1 😉

[@JensenAzotea]

Haha okay gerber made something fun. I like it!

[@dasta7658]

I like the concept but I will be leaving it a couple of years before considering purchasing one. I want to see how they perform with long term use. I really don't like straight out of the box reviews; give the product long term use under various conditions to see how it holds up after after years of use/abuse then that is the proof whether it is worth the money or not. My concern is with the gears and the grub screws; will it be yet another product which will require constant adjustments and Loctite whilst using it in the field? The pouch looks great, hopefully Gerber continues to come back to being a good brand with well made products as they once were.

[@scottmattila8318]

I like new ideas like this one. Cool factor is a solid 10!!!

[@maysdogus]

Love it, really enjoy seeing something different like this. I'll admit to hovering over the Add To Cart button when I saw your IG post and now I'm leaning towards not getting it. But still think it's just so cool. Now I would buy your single down idea, hope they do that.

[@evilmac9623]

Just like that, a new video game weapon is born....

[@mikesharratt5816]

I would use it in my archery hunting pack to help set up shooting lanes. Nice that it folds to shorten it. Add a small folding saw and hand pruner and you are all set.

[@DanielNighteyes]

My father taught me how to use a machete when I was about 14, and I used/honed those skills into my mid-50's, so I think I have the background to say this. I believe the Gerber Doubledown would be great in an emergency kit, but not so good for frequent multi-purpose use. If a bigger chopping blade is needed the Gerber Versafix, at $35.00, would work better.

[@sebastiankita]

Nice review, but you did not mention/ test the most important thing(for me) that a machete should do, namely: how does it handle when cleaning the path from the bushes? Looks like the weight balance isnt really optimal for it.

[@fluffybananachunks]

Been refreshing their website daily since this was announced January of last year. Last night the Add To Cart buttons showed up again but actually worked this time. Wanted Black/Black, but it's still listed as Out Of Stock, so black handle it is. This seems like a nice tool to add to my moto/camp gear.

[@thanoshalo7102]

Micro Machine in reverse....o0O😅

[@andrewkrieger1736]

For the price it should have been at least 440c , s30v, maybe even 57 rockwell d2

[@billhughes9648]

Got it. Love it. Wanted something portable; this fits the bill.

[@Charles-tj8ol]

@gideonstactical A bit off topic but I just discovered your channel and wondered if you might assist me on my mission to find an ideal bushcraft/camp knife since you have solid experience with so many brands/models of fixed blades. I’m looking for something that is medium sized (sub 5” blade roughly) and practical for camp activities more so than “survival”. I have a couple machetes and a bk7 already so I don’t really need a chopping oriented knife. I want something that can baton if needed, but more oriented towards cook prep, some general carving with finer detail capability, harvesting and prepping for bow drill tasks, striking ferro rods, and perhaps even reasonable for frontcountry utility carry and usage. Sheath is not top priority since I can buy or make aftermarket. I think 1095 steel is practical and cost effective and I don’t want it unnecessarily thick so that I can carve decently. So far I’m leaning towards the TOPS Baja 4.5 (standard or reserve edition possibly) or maybe the BOB field craft. Also open to an Esee or really any brand/model that you might favor. Thanks in advance for your time, consideration, and insight if you get around to replying. I’ll be sure to subscribe if ya do ;)

[@MrOuruboros]

I want it! It's a cool concept and it actually works apparently. But what I like most is the uniqueness, the strange idea. It's going to be in the collection, but I don't think I'll use it instead of the strongarm or the Buck I'm normally using. Therefore I don't have to have it now, but eventually. Thanks for the review

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Can't tell if this is quick enough for big light thornbush that hides footsteps and obscures slick mushroom logs in creeks. It looks clumsy compared to a small trail tramontina or Imacasa blades or others that I have by the armload. I would typically carry a machete on easy ground if I could hide it from prying eyes here in the brambled hills of the driftless area. Off trail I walk with a new "sharp snick-snick" Coldsteel Raja 2 that works surprisingly well for the curved red stemed stickerbush but it is a "small" blade that takes quite a bit of time to trim up the bunch bush stickerbush so I can step and walk safely (I'm 73...eh). I use a serrated 6 inch Cold Steel holdout blade for when I get the really light stuff. The handle is long enough to give me a quick 12 inch swipe with a light kukri shaped blade. The blades I hope to swing should be light enough to "flick" and long enough to keep me away from the stickerbush and the stupid ticks. No...the Silky Yoki 270 is too heavy for snicking off stickerbush but it is a decent size. It just does not catch that well. Maybe I need to turn it into a razerblade. I'm tempted to go for a cheap old butcherknife with or without serrated blades but they don't really fold or lend themselves to easy walking and off trail work when you want to bend and pick. The Cold steel AUS 10A steel they use now sharpens really really well and holds its edge nicely. Gerber 420HC? not so sure. Probably OK steel for light slicing stuff. I have a hard time with 420 cheap but funky decorative blades. The steel is usually a bit thick and I have to take off a lot to get a thin edge. Anyway, Machetes are mostly for slicing trail stuff not chopping but all the reviews seem to think a machete is a hatchet. For example, the thick pocket chete of D2 steel by Jorg Sprave is too heavy and slow for the light stickers and he never demonstrated it for light stuff. Plus...I Can't really carry a curved grass machete or even a regular long machete over woody rocky steep hills with hands full and a stupid dog trying to play. I certainly do not relish carrying something open as I walk slick creeks. Mostly I fold everything and walk with it in a pocket. I use a folding silky hand saw for 2-3 inch stuff that I can't easily walk around. I am mostly worried about ticks. Anyway...Gerber blades never really seemed light enough and I simply can't tell from the reviews how good they really are for off trail snicking of light thornbush. In desperation I ordered a few Lenard's christmas tree trimming blades. They might hide in a piece of PVC pipe OK and are not all pointy for safety sake. I once had a short machete with a latin leather sheath that was made of spring steel. Now that was decent...but still a bit long for picking and steping. I could tell it was good steel because it would "ring" when I snicked off light stuff as I walked among the rocks. does the Gerber "ring"?

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come on...this folding gerber looks great for dog walk, stoop and pick or off trail scrambling up a steep slope but the thing looks thick and slow. Grr....I bet it's not much better than the Raja 2...if any.