The Expat Darien Machete is a high-performance clearing tool designed for serious wilderness use. This blade is a collaboration under the ESEE/Expat brand. It is built from tough 1075 carbon steel, which is an ideal choice for a machete, as it offers extreme toughness and is very easy to resharpen in the field.

This tool is not a small knife; it is a dedicated chopper. Consequently, the Expat Darien Machete is an ideal choice for blazing trails, clearing dense brush, or for jungle and survival use. The 12-inch blade provides significant reach and chopping power.

Furthermore, this machete features durable black canvas micarta handle scales. These scales provide a secure and comfortable grip, even when wet or used for long periods. The 1075 steel blade also has a black oxide stonewash finish for added corrosion resistance.

Additionally, this package includes a high-quality black nylon sheath, making it ready for transport right out of the box. For another powerful chopping tool from this line, consider the Junglas-II.

This knife is part of the Expat line. You can explore the full lineup on the ESEE Knives homepage.

Manufacturer Specifications

• Overall Length: 18.0″

• Blade Length: 12.0″

• Blade Thickness: 0.118″

• Blade Steel: 1075 Carbon Steel

• Hardness: 50-52 HRC

• Blade Grind: Flat

• Blade Finish: Black Oxide Stonewash

• Handle Material: Black Canvas Micarta

• Weight: 1 lb 4 oz (20 oz)

• Sheath: Black Nylon Sheath

• Country of Origin: El Salvador