I don't know where I've been all of these years, but I finally purchased a Woodman's Pal. I love it! I've got a number of other Machete type of tools, including two from Africa, but this thing is really built! This year is the 80th anniversary of the Woodman's Pal, having been first made in 1941. Heavy duty, with a beautiful well-made sheath, a sharpening stone and some booklets also come with it. American made in Pennsylvania.

They are indeed very handy tools. Have fun with it.

I have one that stays on my Sxs. Good.