Cold Steel Latin D-Guard Machete Black 18in Blade CS97AD18S

The Cold Steel Latin D-Guard Machete 18" is built for hard work in the field, blending a classic Latin-style blade with practical safety features. Designed for outdoor professionals, survivalists, and landowners tackling heavy brush or overgrown terrain, this machete is all about efficiency, control, and protection.

At the core of this tool is an 18-inch blade crafted from tough 65Mn carbon steel, known for its excellent edge retention and impact resistance. Cold Steel coats the blade with a black anti-rust finish to help withstand wet or humid conditions, making it reliable in rain-soaked jungles or backwoods environments. The Latin-style profile delivers long, sweeping cuts with minimal effort—ideal for clearing vegetation, chopping saplings, or slashing through thick undergrowth.

The standout feature of the D-Guard Machete is its integrated steel D-ring handguard, borrowed from Cold Steel’s Cutlass design. This full-tang steel guard not only protects your knuckles during aggressive use but also adds to the overall structural integrity. It's paired with a textured polypropylene handle, engineered to resist weathering, impact, and wear. The grip is firm and secure, even when wet or dirty, which matters in unpredictable outdoor conditions.

Weighing just 18.3 ounces and measuring 23.63 inches overall, the Latin D-Guard Machete offers a balanced feel that doesn’t tire your arm on long jobs. It's also easy to carry and deploy in the field thanks to the included Cor-Ex sheath, which provides both safe storage and quick access.

This machete arrives factory-sharp but benefits from a touch-up before first use. Once honed, it performs exceptionally well, capable of cutting cleanly through thick brush, tall grasses, and light wood. Whether you're preparing a campsite, building shelter, or just clearing trails, the Cold Steel Latin D-Guard Machete proves itself as a dependable all-purpose blade.

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