The KUK is CRKT's take on a kukri-inspired outdoor machete, shaped for heavy cutting tasks where a shorter straight blade would not have the same bite. The 268.3mm (10.563 inch) recurved 65Mn carbon steel blade gives it a strong working edge, while the black powder coat finish adds surface protection for field use.

The full tang construction is the right call on a tool like this. It keeps the blade and handle tied together through harder chopping and clearing work, while the polypropylene core and thermoplastic rubber overmold give the handle a more secure feel in the hand.

At 403.23mm (15.875 inch) overall and 416.74g (14.7oz), it has enough mass to feel purposeful without becoming awkward to carry. The 1680D woven polyester sheath includes a polyethylene insert, giving the blade a covered home when it is not in use.

Choose it when you want a compact machete with a serious working profile, a grippy handle, and sheath support for straightforward carry between outdoor jobs.

Key Features

• Kukri-Inspired Blade Shape: Recurved profile gives the machete strong cutting presence for outdoor utility work.
• 65Mn Carbon Steel Blade: Provides a tough working blade material suited to a fixed blade machete format.
• Black Powder Coat Finish: Adds a protective surface finish to the carbon steel blade.
• Full Tang Construction: Keeps the blade and handle structure continuous for harder outdoor cutting tasks.
• Grippy Handle Build: Polypropylene core with thermoplastic rubber overmold gives a more secure hand feel.
• Compact Machete Length: 403.23mm (15.875 inch) overall size keeps it manageable while still carrying useful blade length.
• Woven Polyester Sheath: 1680D sheath with polyethylene insert helps cover the blade during carry and storage.