[wesley762]

So I picked up a few of those cheap eBay machete's a few months ago....... big waste of money. I just tried them out this week, total junk they got tossed in the trash can yesterday. Now I went to Cabela's today and used the gift card my wife gave me for Christmas and picked up one of the below. way better feel and I am pretty sure this is going to be around for a while.

Survival Series Parang

 

[bikermikearchery]

With over 30 years of kenjutsu I still would not carry a sword. A rifle and a knife first choice. Machete is a good tool for many enviroments.

 

[MikeyPrepper]

I would carry a knife and throwing knives. One for close combat and one for distance. I use to be a pitcher for a AAA baseball team i can throw..lol you def dont want to be in the way ..lol

 

[Jamal]

Here is what I plan on carrying.

I went with black to keep down on potential reflection issues.
I also have a variety of pocket clip folders - a couple Kershaws and a Buck - that I will grab, as well as stashed in various locations around the house, vehicle, tool kit, etc...

 

[Lucky Jim]

Swords have got a longer reach but are awkward to carry around.
Machetes are easier to conceal on your person, possibly in a sheath slung around your neck and buttoned under your jacket.
A knife has a shorter blade but is quick to draw if you keep it up your sleeve, this is mine in action-

PS- it only cost me a dirt-cheap 10 GBP (15 US dollars) so it must be low-grade steel but that doesn't bother me because it's main purpose is to scare zombs, hell it sure scares me..

 

[Lucky Jim]

P.S. I LIKE STICKS........
Did I mention that ?

Good thinking mate, because when the oil runs out sometime this century we'll be plunged back into stone age weaponry, right General?

"Ugh"..

 

[Lucky Jim]

knife, yes, knifes are so great in survival situations.
sword, no.
Multiple guns, yes.

But knives never jam, misfire or run out of ammo..

 

[LeverAction]

A Late 1800's Sioux Squaw Axe with original carved handle for me.

 

[bennettvm]

I have taught martial arts for years. Unless you have trained years with a sword - don't bother. Also, knives should be your last resort as a weapon. A broomstick is much better - keep your distance.

Knives are best as tools.

 

[alterego]

If I could find an authentic Katana i would love to carry one. I have a reproduction samurai sword that is sharp as hell, but it's not a full tang and if it hit anything hard, I don't have much faith in it staying in one piece...

I have Uma's sword from kill bill vol 1.

Kill Bill Vol. 1 Final Fight, NO SPOILERS!! - YouTube

 

[Jamal]

Indeed...mine are intended to be used as tools. Last resort weaponry only"

 

[yzingerr]

Ill have my edc pocket knife, and a kabar on the Bob shoulder pad and a machete on the outside of the Bob

 

[ibewbull]

Realy? A sword.
Ever seen Raiders of the lost arc?
Space and weight are things to think on. Not looking like a NINJA.
This is not a video game and some seriousness is requested.
I have swords , tomahawks and bowie knives all for display or entertainment and collecting.
If I had no choice it would be both.
If I have nothing then what ever is at hand.
Hammer , spud wrench, rock stick or my belt maybe a roll of pennies.
If in the NE a snow shovel today.
Gotta go ......time for pike practice.

 

[Boss Dog]

One or more of these are in my pack or will be with me when needed. They are very good tools.

 

[ibewbull]

I would pick the Navy knife and the USAF survival as my EDC. Close at hand anyhow. Plus the jack knife or 2 in my pockets.

 

[RONSERESURPLUS]

I'd carry then what I carry now: OK a Mix of them as needed

Image Links for cutlery

Image Links for CUTLERY AND TOOLS in my Posession and owndership, I take My Edged weapons Very serious

KUKURI GENERAL PURPLOSE CHOPPER AND SHEATH GOT IN A TRADE

SOG FASTHAWK, GOT NEW. paid too much. LOL

BECKER BK-7 WITH COMBAT SYSTEMS SHEATH AND GERBER MULTI TOOL IN POUCH

GERBER MARK 2 COMBAT KNIFE, pawn shop find

KA-BAR KUKURI MACHETTE, AS NEW GOT IN A TRADE WIFE HAS IT AS PART OF HER PREPS

CRTT COPY OF RUSSEL STING 1A BOOT KNIFE

SPYDERCO POLICE MODEL COMBAT FOLDER

Sog Aeigis Combat Folder bough locally $35.00

SWISS TINKER KNIFE

GERBER MILITARY ISSUE MULTI TOOL AND CASE WITH LED MAG LITE

LEATHERMAN WAVE MULTITOL AND SHEATH

LEATHERMAN MICRA KEYCHAIN TOOL

KERSHAW SCALLION KNIFE

KNIFE SHARPENING ITEMS

SPYDERCO TRI-ANGLE SYSTEM

Ontario short Machette on medium alice bag

 

[Moonshinedave]

Either a swordknife or a knifesword, I haven't decided for sure yet.

 

[paraquack]

Any body know if they make a knife or sword in .45 ACP? I hope they never get close enough for a knife or sword unless it's in .45 ACP, even better 7.62 x 51. Obviously everyone needs a good knife or 2 or 3, but I agree with Jamal whole heartedly.

 

[PaulS]

Knives, in my hands, are utility tools. I always carry at least one but they are not for fighting. The same law that applies to knives applies to guns and in my hands the gun is the better tool for defense.

 

[shadownmss]

I have two of the Cold Steel Katana Machetes with sheaths. They are excellent and could be used for defense provided you are not bringing a knife to a gun fight....... or clearing brush. I picked mine up on sale for $20.00 each.

Katana Machete - Cold Steel Knives