Woodman's Pal Machetes are the standard others are measured against and most often fail. A classic, handcrafted in Pennsylvania since 1941. MIL-SPEC LC-14-B Black powder coated 1075HC steel blade. Blade features a 2 1/2" chisel sharp sickle hook. Ash wood finger grooved handle with Urethane coating and hand-rubbed with beeswax for extra grip. Chops up to 1 & 1/2 diameter saplings with a single stroke. Fells larger trees and brush by consecutive notching. Leather cord Lanyard. Comes with reprints of original vintage owner's manuals., sharpening stone with burlap carry bag and sticker. Brown leather belt sheath. Gift boxed. USA