MY Parang Duku Chandong Machete 12" Carbon Steel Blade, Heavy Wood Handle, Nylon Sheath - MYPCDGT12
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Description

MYPCDGT12: Duku Chandong 12" Heavy

MY Parang

The Duku Chandong, sometimes referred to as the "Ray Mears", the parang originates from East Malaysia. It's a general purpose tool, and what sets it apart from other parangs is the sheepsfoot's blade tip and how the handle is elevated. The tip is very strong and suitable for prying, and the upward handle causes the blade to arrive first followed by the knuckles. This feature works great especially if you are cutting near the ground or near a solid object such as a big tree trunk, because it prevents you from bashing your knuckles. The 5160 carbon steel blade has a slightly upward curve, which favors slicing and chopping methods. This type of cut is very effective at cutting small plants as well as thicker wood or vegetation.

Specifications

  • Blade Length: 12"
  • Handle Length: 6.75"
  • Overall Length: 18.75"
  • Blade Steel: 5160 Carbon Steel
  • Blade Shape: Parang
  • Blade Thickness: 0.22"
  • Handle Material: Wood
  • Handle Thickness: 1.12"
  • Sheath Material: Nylon
  • Weight: 19.3 oz.
  • Made in Malaysia

UPC Code: 871373242287

Related Categories

MY Parang, 5160 Blade Steel, Wood Handle Material, Fixed Blade Knives, Fixed Blade Knives Machetes, Made in Malaysia

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Product Handle Badge: Wood Handles
Product Sheath Badge: Nylon Sheath

Customer Reviews

MY Parang Duku Chandong Machete 12" Carbon Steel Blade, Heavy Wood Handle, Nylon Sheathrated 4.000 stars out of 5 (3 reviews)
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MY Parang Duku Chandong Machete 12" Carbon Steel Blade, Heavy Wood Handle, Nylon Sheath
rated 2 stars out of 5
Synergist
 Arlington TX
Mar 01, 2022
Pros: Weight, Materials, Handle Material
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard, Blade Sharpness
Be aware
My experience with knifecenter has been great so far, my beef is with Bidor. Many videos and pics show these with a fully functional 12” blade. But it seems Bidor it cutting their production time in half by not tempering or even completely hammer forging half of the blade to the bolster. I’ve seen like four inches on one not even touched on that portion, just flat bar stock and the rest incomplete to the curve of the blade. Sadly they’re misleading many by polishing the side all the way towards the bolster to give it the appearance of a complete cutting edge. If you just want six inches at the end of a 12” blade to chop, then it’s for you. But if you want to carve, plane and do other fine tasks near the handle, then I suggest asking the order department to check the warehouse for one with a fully functional edge instead of a defective one (good luck). Hopefully all the U.S. distributors will get the word out and put pressure on them to only export completed products because it’s unethical.
MY Parang Duku Chandong Machete 12" Carbon Steel Blade, Heavy Wood Handle, Nylon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Papashangko
SARAWAK
Jan 10, 2018
Pros: Weight, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Finish, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Sheath/Scabbard
Awesome chopper and very comfortable.
Awesome and comfortable for chopping and slicing. Very practical in any jungle situation. Blade retention is very good. However the blade need to be oiled.
MY Parang Duku Chandong Machete 12" Carbon Steel Blade, Heavy Wood Handle, Nylon Sheath
rated 5 stars out of 5
Blackhorse
 Portland, Oregon
May 10, 2016
Pros: Handle Material, Overall Quality, Blade Material, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
The Real Deal
I've bought several of these authentic Bidor Parangs over the years. Spring steel, stock reduction technique, differential hardening, convexed edge grind...all good. Choppers. If I lived in Florida or some such leafy swamp I'd get a long one to slash trails, etc. But I live in the Pacific NW - Oregon...Conifers, Maple, Alder. I use these to help prep green wood to carve spoons & bowls. You can buy these cheap with the original plastic handle or the fancy My Parang version. Either will work hard and serve you well. Great tools...not pretty...just tough.