{"product_id":"untitled-aug21_16-50-56","title":"Cold Steel South Africa Kukri Machete w\/ Original Sheath-Older Production","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder-production \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Steel Kukri Machete\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, manufactured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and complete with its fitted black nylon sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the classic heavy-duty Cold Steel interpretation of the traditional Nepalese kukri pattern, featuring a large forward-curving blade designed to put considerable weight toward the cutting edge. The blade has a black protective finish with a bright sharpened edge and is clearly marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“COLD STEEL \/ SOUTH AFRICA”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e near the handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures a durable one-piece black synthetic handle with aggressive molded checkering for a secure grip and a flared pommel with lanyard hole. The substantial curved blade and forward-weighted profile made these popular as rugged outdoor chopping and clearing tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe South African manufacture is particularly desirable to Cold Steel enthusiasts, as production of many Cold Steel machetes has since moved elsewhere. Older South African examples have developed a following among users and collectors who specifically seek out this earlier production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack nylon belt sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shown, featuring reinforced construction, multiple retention straps\/snaps, riveted edges, belt loop, and a rigid protective tip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very good used condition overall. The black blade finish shows scattered light scratches, rub marks, and handling\/use wear. Cutting edge remains bright and appears quite good. Handle shows only minor handling wear with strong checkering. Sheath is likewise in very good serviceable condition. Please examine photographs for exact condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cold Steel\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kukri Machete\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black-finished high-carbon steel\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Textured black synthetic\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e South Africa\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black nylon fitted sheath\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Older\/discontinued South African production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA nice example of the increasingly sought-after South African Cold Steel machetes and an impressive large-format blade for a Cold Steel collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43498246897741,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/7E60B65A-58C3-4822-8614-FAFB5DE68DC5.jpg?v=1787347326","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/untitled-aug21_16-50-56","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}