Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo Fixed Blade Machete
The Benchmade 153BK Jungle is a heavy-duty bolo machete built for clearing brush, chopping, and hard field work. It uses a 9.69" bolo-style blade in tough 1095 carbon spring steel that flexes under load and takes a keen edge, paired with a full-tang build for chopping power.
The 153BK has a black powder-coat finish for corrosion resistance and a textured Santoprene handle for a secure grip in wet conditions, and it ships with a brown leather belt sheath. Related searches include bolo machete, survival machete, and 1095 fixed blade.
Specifications
- Blade length: 9.69"
- Blade steel: 1095 carbon spring steel
- Blade style: bolo, plain edge, black powder coat
- Handle: textured Santoprene, full tang
- Overall length: 14.29"
- Weight: 11.82 oz
- Sheath: brown leather belt sheath
- Made in the USA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bolo machete?
A bolo machete has a blade that widens toward the tip to shift weight forward for stronger chopping. The Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo uses this profile for clearing brush and heavy field cutting.
What steel is the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo blade?
The Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo uses 1095 carbon spring steel, a tough high-carbon steel that flexes under impact and is easy to resharpen in the field. Keep it clean and lightly oiled to prevent rust.
How do you sharpen the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo?
Sharpen the 1095 blade with a file, puck, or coarse stone at the factory angle, or use Benchmade's free LifeSharp service to restore a factory edge.
Is the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo legal to carry?
Machete and fixed blade laws vary by state, county, and city, including rules on blade length and open or concealed carry. Check your local laws before carrying the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo.
Does the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo include LifeSharp service?
Yes. The Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo is covered by Benchmade's LifeSharp lifetime service, which cleans, adjusts, and resharpens the blade to a factory edge for the life of the knife.
Where is the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo made?
The Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo is designed and built in the USA at Benchmade's Oregon City, Oregon factory.
Where can I buy the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo?
You can buy the Benchmade 153BK Jungle Bolo at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, which guarantees a genuine knife with full warranty and LifeSharp coverage.
