Opinions on the Web-Tex Machete

[edschembri]

Hi guys, i was just wondering what the general thought on the Web-tex machete is. i know that webtex isnt always thought of as a reliable good quality brand, and to be honest, i am a huge fan of scandinavian blades, however, before i buy an 80euro leuku, id like to get a practical idea of how id use a similar blade with a cheap decent machete, and i stumbled upon the webtex one. what y'all think about it?
cheers

 

[Retired Member southey]

I wouldn't bother with the webtex tat, a martindale can be had for little money, try hennie Haynes.

 

[edschembri]

sweet, any recommendations? maybe from personal experience?

 

[ged]

As an alternative consider something from Tramontina. I use a couple of them, and considering the price they're great.

http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?P_ID=4626

There's a 12" one in the range but Heinnie doesn't seem to do it. They can probably get it to order.

People modify them, so you could have a go and you haven't lost much if it isn't a success.

http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?29019-Tramontina-machete-sings-well

I haven't found a British supplier yet, but I guess you're looking at mail order if you're in Malta so that might not matter to you.

 

[edschembri]

wow yeah, with postage to malta, it totals £14.45 for the 14'' i know what im putting in my stocking for xmass cheers