Hatchet and machete

[ErikOffroad]

I’m looking for a hatchet and machete to clear out some brush and some trails. Any recommendations from you guys. I don’t want to spend too much money. Let me know what u guys have. Possibly some amazon links. Thank you
Stuff with sheaths would help so I can keep them in my Jeep with out having to worry about it.

 

[jjvw]

The cool kids like Gransfors Bruks. I like my Husqvarna hatchet.

 

[Mumblewood]

I have an Estwig hatchet my friend gave me for being in his wedding. I like it but usually bring just a cheap Carona machete for early season trail clearing and yard duties

 

[pagrey]

I’m looking for a hatchet and machete to clear out some brush and some trails. Any recommendations from you guys. I don’t want to spend too much money. Let me know what u guys have. Possibly some amazon links. Thank you
Stuff with sheaths would help so I can keep them in my Jeep with out having to worry about it.

A folding saw used for pruning can be just as useful on the trail. Something like a Silky or Bahco, even a cheap chinese saw will make quick work out of most things. Folded they are under a foot and pretty safe to toss just about anywhere.

 

[Apparition]

Here’s a handy saw, got mine for hunting - clearing branches and butchering. Just used it the other day for some electrical work. Saws much better than you’d expect.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001WAQ60/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[rubicube]

harbour freight

 

[steelhd]

I prefer a chain saw but a bow saw takes up a lot less space and does a lot more work with less effort than most other hand tools.

 

[Airjunky]

harbour freight

That machette from HF is great. Hasn't rusted in over a year, has a gnarley pull saw blade on the back, and the price is right. The sheath it came with is a POS. But I bought a much better sheath on Amazon for like $11.
I can carry a chainsaw too. Both definitely have their place.

 

[rasband]

I got mine from Home Depot, works every bit as well as friend’s 80-100$ brand name for under $20.

 

[Vinman]

Here’s a handy saw, got mine for hunting - clearing branches and butchering. Just used it the other day for some electrical work. Saws much better than you’d expect.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001WAQ60/?tag=wranglerorg-20

I have a similar saw and it makes fast work of small branches. It lives in the drivers door pocket, fits perfectly.

 

[EDRN]

I have an Estwig hatchet my friend gave me for being in his wedding. I like it but usually bring just a cheap Carona machete for early season trail clearing and yard duties

X2. Made in USA. All-metal (never break a handle again). Sharp as hell. Sexy blue metallic paint. Yes.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FSCRJLC/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[Mumblewood]

Awesome, I have a n E24?? With some custom engraving. I love it but dislike the sheath so I’m gonna make a nice leather one

X2. Made in USA. All-metal (never break a handle again). Sharp as hell. Sexy blue metallic paint. Yes.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FSCRJLC/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[Flivver250]

The only sensible way to clear brush.

 

[astjp2]

Rent a bobcat, you won’t sweat as much as with a hand tool

 

[Rescue6]

The cool kids like Gransfors Bruks. I like my Husqvarna hatchet.

Hell yes. I’m finally a cool kid. I have a Gransfors bruks small forestry axe in my Jeep all the time. And I carry a Stihl during the spring

 

[IPerkWVU]

Lithium ion mini chainsaws are an awesome evolution

 

[Rescue6]

Lithium ion mini chainsaws are an awesome evolution

How long do the batteries last on them? Are they equivalent to a full tank of fuel or more use?

 

[Hammer24]

Hell yes. I’m finally a cool kid. I have a Gransfors bruks small forestry axe in my Jeep all the time. And I carry a Stihl during the spring

I keep my Gransfors Bruks small forest axe in my Jeep at all times as well, bloody brilliant axe.

 

[pagrey]

How long do the batteries last on them? Are they equivalent to a full tank of fuel or more use?

Just like gas chainsaws, it varies.

 

[BoldlyGoing]

I don't even bother with the hatchet anymore. I keep a folding Sven saw in the Jeep for cutting limbs out of the way/collecting firewood. Then I just use my Becker BK2 to baton through firewood.

The saw cuts much quicker and with less effort than the hatchet. Especially when it comes to hard, dead wood.