Whether you need reliable chopping or sawing action, the Cold Steel Latin Machete Plus will be up to the task. Its 1055 carbon steel supports a long 18 inch blade with a curved machete underbelly and a rigid sawback. Its polypropylene handle provide a non-slip grip that can be easily maneuvered either one-handed or two-handed. Compatible sheath available: Cold Steel 18 Inch Latin Machete Sheath

Why choose this machete:

• Long 18 inch machete blade can easily chop large objects
• Serrated sawback teeth cover the back of the blade for deep sawing
• 1055 carbon steel is very durable against tough conditions
• Blade is finished in an anti-rust coating
• Polypropylene handle is lightweight and has a non-slip grip
• Can use efficiently either one-handed or two-handed

Why not?

• Long overall length makes it difficult to carry and transport
• Machete style excels at chopping, but is not suitable for piercing tasks

Next level machete: Cold Steel 21 Inch Latin Machete Plus

Pro Tip:
1055 Carbon Stainless Steel has great edge retention and is well suited to be easily sharpened. It is a great steel for larger blades due to its added toughness spread over a large surface area.