It was designed by TOPS’ GM Craig Powell. He first saw machetes of a similar style in Costa Rica on the hips of local folks and in decorative pieces. They were similar to barong-styled machetes but with their own flair. What he liked about the style is that they weren't quite like the typical Central American machete that comes to mind. Then, after he attended the Bushcraft Global trip in 2015, it solidified that he wanted to design a machete. “I’m definitely not a knife designer. So getting help from Leo to make this a reality and a design that would fit with the TOPS line was imperative,” – Craig Powell.
Knife Type: Fixed Blade
Overall Length: 15.50" Blade Length: 10.25" Cutting Edge: 9.88" Blade Thickness: 0.190" Blade Steel: 1095 RC 56-58 Blade Finish: Tungsten Cerakote | Handle Material: Black Canvas Micarta
Knife Weight: 17.7oz Weight w/ Sheath: 25.4oz Sheath Included: Yes Sheath Material: Black Ballistic Nylon Sheath Clip: Belt Loop Designer: Craig Powell |