Gerber 22-41576 Gator Machete with Sheath

The Gator Machete wields a 15 inch fine edge blade on one side, a 15 inch high performance saw blade on the other, and our proprietary Gator rubber grip for ergonomic control while using either. The riveted, Nylon Sheath provides safe, durable transport.This item is pre-sale only. Refer to the Expected Date for an ETA of when this item will be available for shipment. The Expected Date is very subject to change on this item and may be pushed back if the manufacturer is delayed in producing and delivering this item.********Available January 2008

Went out to clear a thicket. First few swipes the cuting edge bent in 2 places. This is not a tempered steel blade.
Saw it not that sharp either.

If I could give it 1/10 of a star I would do that.
The case is nice, the handle is nice, but the steel inthe blade is the worst.

Gerber you can do better than this.

I've seen $5 machetes that were far sharper than this. I've bought many items from Gerber and I've been happy with all of them. I was extremely disappointed with this one. It's a joke in fact. It wouldn't cut weeds consistently much less brush. I have a cheap machete that I've been using for years to keep my ATV trails clear around my property. I was hoping for a machete that would hold an edge longer. I got one that won't take an edge at all. Don't waste your money here. There are better machetes elsewhere.

Gerber Gator machete is a great value for the money. Balances well in the hand and comes with a decent edge and a carrying sheath. Not sure about the saw feature on the backside but it does the job on brush and saplings up to 1 inch with ease. Highly recommended by someone who has been using machetes in the brush since age 12.

Some over the reviews said this product was "ok". I figured Gerber makes a decent product and Ill shell out the whopping $20 bucks for it. It arrived I was more than impressed. Great grip, blade is thick and sturdy, saw on the back works well. Used it up on the ranch in Montana and was very happy. Even tried to chop fire wood with it after a few cocktails, didnt work so well, but it held up to the abuse. Also I keep one in my closet, makes the glock look whimpy.

Blade is too thin.Light weight,Very sharp and the best for the price for around home.Would not go on a safari with it