Looking at the specs... 12" blade of 0.188" stock for about $250 minimum. Let me point out some competitive options for people on a smaller budget. I would look at Ontario and Ka-bar first, though I forget all the exact models. I've seen some of the Zombie models at a huge discount sometimes. You can dye or wrap the handles if you don't like Zombie green. There's probably a ton of Condor models in this size range. I've seen the CRKT Mah-chete for as low as $50. I think people generally have good experiences with the MN65 in the CRKT and Kershaw large blades (Camp series).
CRKT is hard to beat when it comes to budget friendly tools. Tramonatia also makes an excellent cheap carbon steel machete but its not in the same class as this because the blade is much thinner. This is great for a multipurpose tool so it outcompetes the Tramonatia in that sense however the Tramonatia makes a better machete. Assuming you are using it only to chop through thick brush and grass... you won't be splitting any wood with it but that thinner blade lends itself to a sharper edge. The thing that really makes this particular tool stand out is the quality of steel used. Its about the only machete Ive found made with a high grade tool steel.
@@rickterrance4981 Actually I'm not a fan of thick blade stock at all, but if someone does want something thick, I was pointing out some cheaper options.
Thank you for the video. I have a Golok "1." I looked at and held a Golok 2 at a retailer store. It struck me as a bit too heavy. I was thinking when I left I won't buy one till I find a review on line. I've used my Golok a lot and I find it heavy enough to do everything I want.... not to mention I like the fact that it is lighter. Your video makes me feel a lot more comfortable with my decision not to buy the second generation Golok.
hello, I ordered the same white as yours :) what's the difference between the first model? steel, length understand and as for the thickness of the blade?
@@thecavemanknivesreview.8097 hello, thank you for the answer :) unfortunately I do not understand what you are saying, I still have a question do you know the difference between the old and the new version of Bark River JX5 Vengeful One (I have the latter)? thank you
The main difference in the golok 1 and 2 is that the golok 2 have a longer and wider blade. The spine thickness is the same. And the handle on the golok 2 is wider and more rounded. And I have understand that the first JX5 was 1/4 thick. And all the others runs are thinner.
@@thecavemanknivesreview.8097 I understood immediately, my point was that I do not understand how you speak English on video, that's why I write (from the translator) hehe
Brother I keep the regular and sold the upswept. For the use I have the blade it wouldn't make any difference to me. Since is a big blade I'm not too concerned about the tip.
Gracias Giovanni. El golok 2 es un poco mejor. Lo único que lo hace inferior es el acero. El de las fibras de carbono es 3V y el otro es A2. Los dos excelentes en mi opinión. Gracias por la suscripción. Un saludo.
Nice test, I like it
Hola hermano lindo los dos excelente revisión
Very good review I subscribe
Looking at the specs... 12" blade of 0.188" stock for about $250 minimum. Let me point out some competitive options for people on a smaller budget. I would look at Ontario and Ka-bar first, though I forget all the exact models. I've seen some of the Zombie models at a huge discount sometimes. You can dye or wrap the handles if you don't like Zombie green. There's probably a ton of Condor models in this size range. I've seen the CRKT Mah-chete for as low as $50. I think people generally have good experiences with the MN65 in the CRKT and Kershaw large blades (Camp series).
CRKT is hard to beat when it comes to budget friendly tools. Tramonatia also makes an excellent cheap carbon steel machete but its not in the same class as this because the blade is much thinner. This is great for a multipurpose tool so it outcompetes the Tramonatia in that sense however the Tramonatia makes a better machete. Assuming you are using it only to chop through thick brush and grass... you won't be splitting any wood with it but that thinner blade lends itself to a sharper edge. The thing that really makes this particular tool stand out is the quality of steel used. Its about the only machete Ive found made with a high grade tool steel.
@@rickterrance4981 Actually I'm not a fan of thick blade stock at all, but if someone does want something thick, I was pointing out some cheaper options.
Thank you for the video. I have a Golok "1." I looked at and held a Golok 2 at a retailer store. It struck me as a bit too heavy. I was thinking when I left I won't buy one till I find a review on line. I've used my Golok a lot and I find it heavy enough to do everything I want.... not to mention I like the fact that it is lighter. Your video makes me feel a lot more comfortable with my decision not to buy the second generation Golok.
Thank you for the feedback. And yes. I don't find that all the improvements on the golok 2 are significant enough to necessarily replace the golok 1.
hello, I ordered the same white as yours :) what's the difference between the first model? steel, length understand and as for the thickness of the blade?
Hey thank you for watching and commenting. Same thickness and the handle on the new one is more wide and better contoured.
@@thecavemanknivesreview.8097 hello, thank you for the answer :) unfortunately I do not understand what you are saying, I still have a question do you know the difference between the old and the new version of Bark River JX5 Vengeful One (I have the latter)? thank you
The main difference in the golok 1 and 2 is that the golok 2 have a longer and wider blade. The spine thickness is the same. And the handle on the golok 2 is wider and more rounded. And I have understand that the first JX5 was 1/4 thick. And all the others runs are thinner.
@@thecavemanknivesreview.8097 I understood immediately, my point was that I do not understand how you speak English on video, that's why I write (from the translator) hehe
Oh ok lol. My bad, yeah English is not my first language and I don't speak very good.
I understand this video is two years old, if you can tell me which blade type you prefer; regular or upswept? Thank you for your help!!
Brother I keep the regular and sold the upswept. For the use I have the blade it wouldn't make any difference to me. Since is a big blade I'm not too concerned about the tip.
Thank you for taking the time to respond, great answer my friend!!😁😁@@thecavemanknivesreview.8097
Nice
Thank you.
where can i buy ? i cant find online :( thankyou
Usually trough dlt trading or knives ship free
Golok 2 a good geometry
Not as fancy but I use a 14 inch old hickory butcher knife I modified the handle on has worked great as a light machete
Hola saludos de argentina a mi gusto es mejor el segundo de la portada ,por el video que te enpese a seguir fue uno de tu coleccion de cuchillos
Gracias Giovanni. El golok 2 es un poco mejor. Lo único que lo hace inferior es el acero. El de las fibras de carbono es 3V y el otro es A2. Los dos excelentes en mi opinión. Gracias por la suscripción. Un saludo.
Hey where did u get this at?
I preorder trough "Knives ship free". But "DLT trading" sold them as well.
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