This one is a CASE XX

Folding Machete. In this position, you can use it as a handy knife. And .....



When opened and locked (heavy spring back and liner lock), it’s a Machete!! CHOP!



I once made a long Ornate Damascus Dagger in a Button Lock design of mine. I’ve only ever made two knives as Co-ops with another maker. This was one. This was made to be quite utilitarian. Mine was highly finished and looked balanced in both conditions. Both very neat knives.

Gary

Gary
I've seen those before but really at the time never knew what they were . I've walked by them at gun shows and just kinda laughed. I don't see any purpose for the folding part and you won't convince me either . It is different but leave the machete' alone .A folding handle will serve no purpose.

I do like case knifes and have a really sweet blade trader with 4 blades . It's small with a leather case for wearing on your belt . IIRC it was a XXX ~ changer . Mine is an older style and I believe they reissued . The tooling on the leather and design is very nice .

Thanks
Kurt

Now Kurt ...!

I can’t beLIEve you said that. Ha ha.

I believe you’d carry it in a belt sheath in theclosed position. As such, you have a 5” knife to use and resheath. (For cleaning your nails or that occasional splinter - smile).

Well ... I can see your mind is made up ...

Ha

Gary

Nope, never seen one before.
But, I bet that one would chop down a tree!

Scott