The Ontario 22" Traditional Machete features a 22-inch 1095HC steel blade with black oxide coating and 27.5-inch overall length.  This is the machete you are thinking about when you remember the US Made G.I. version.  Made with rugged carbon steel construction, zinc-phosphate finish, and molded plastic handles, this machete maintains the same U.S. Government specifications Ontario has used for over 60 years. The thicker blade design offers enhanced durability and abuse resistance, making it ideal for clearing brush, cutting thick vegetation, and chopping wood.

Features & Specs 

• Long-Standing Design: The traditional Latin-style blade is a proven design, effective for a wide range of tasks from clearing brush to chopping wood
• Heavy-Duty Blade: The machete features a full-tang blade made from durable 1075 or 1095 carbon steel, which provides excellent toughness and edge retention
• Corrosion Resistance: The blade is finished with a black zinc phosphate coating, which helps protect the high-carbon steel from rust and corrosion
• Shatterproof Handle: It comes with a high-impact, shatterproof polymer handle that is securely attached with steel compression rivets, providing a reliable and secure grip
• Overall Length: Approximately 27.5 to 27.7 inches (70 to 70.4 cm)
• Blade Length: 22 to 22.5 inches (55.88 to 57.2 cm)
• Blade Material: 1075 or 1095 Carbon Steel
• Blade Finish: Zinc Phosphate
• Blade Thickness: Approximately 0.125 inches (3.18 mm)
• Handle Material: Molded Plastic / High-Impact Polymer