New ESEE | Expat Darien Machete: SUPER Comfortable Handle for Tasks in the Outdoors

This is the new Darien machete from ESEE/Expat. The first thing I noticed about this was the price ($60-70) and that felt very reasonable for what you are getting. Then once I used it, I was hooked. It's a solid overall feel but as you will see in the video, the handle is blocky and neutral and I think it's great. Check out the video and let me know what you think.

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Yes, "Expat" is a real person. A trainer, adventurer, world traveler and a lot of other things mixed in between. While working in some of the more sketchy corners of South America, Expat contacted ESEE in the search for high-quality, worst case scenario jungle survival training. Thus began a close association that has lasted for over 15 years. Expat has logged thousands of miles throughout the third world, sometimes with the ESEE team, but always with ESEE products. From armored motorcades in Colombia and trekking in the Himalayas, to earthquakes in El Salvador and hunting in the Balkans, ESEE Knives have been a constant companion. He has been a student, a translator, and an instructor for Randall's Adventure Training. Throughout his time overseas, he has developed some unique insights on tools and adventures and is currently working with ESEE to bring these designs and experiences to others. What began with a cleaver will end up... well, who knows? That's the whole point of the Expat Experience.
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