Balam Knife

CondorTK is a renowned manufacturer of outdoor knives and machetes, which are always designed with a focus on practical use. The result is primarily mighty bushcraft and survival knives, each in a very specific style and often with a connection to history or mysticism. This is also the case with the Balam Knife. This time it is about a divine figure, Balam, which finds its origin in the Mayan culture. Anchored there as a deity of the underworld, Balam appears in the form of a jaguar. 

With the pure strength of such an animal in mind, the Balam Knife is a powerful outdoor knife that resembles a small machete. The 22.8 cm long blade made of sharp 1075 carbon steel is a real force. It cuts and chops through any branches and is a reliable aid when building a camp. The grained micarta handle scales are reminiscent of a fur pattern, once again building a bridge to the original. The robust full tang construction can withstand a lot, making the Balam the right candidate for heavier work. The knife is not stainless, but offers comparatively better values in edge retention, sharpness and sharpenability than steel in a similar price category. With a little oil and a dry cloth after use, however, this is no problem at all. The beast is stowed in a precisely fitting Kydex sheath.