I have a couple of old Tramontina 18" machetes. They work great, but are a little long for most outings. I don't usually plan on clearing a lot of bush when I am out so the 18"er is a little overkill. And it is a little thin.

I really like my Cold Steel LTC Kukri as the size is perfect on the side of a backpack. I was cutting wood today and I'll be darned that the LTC outchopped my Wetterlings 15" axe on dry hard Kiawe wood. Man, the wood is like steel when it is dried. I think the ax will probably split better, but then again, the LTC splits wood pretty darn well with a baton.

What I can't wait to get my hands on is the Bark River Golok that I have had on order for some time. I am hoping that they will be ready to be shipped within the month.