Gerber Gator Machete Jr with Nylon Sheath

2023-08-07T20:00:00

I keep seeing bad reviews on this and i find it hard to believe. I have owned mine for years and have literally beat the crap out of it. I've used it for things not intended like chopping fence. Yes it left a nick in the blade but has tackled small trees, brush, and thorn thickets. It stays on my ATV and it has cleared miles of hunting and hiking trails. Still have it and still in use. I have cut vines out of trees where I should have used a chainsaw. Best machete i have ever owned.

David

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2022-01-29T19:00:00

This machete lasted me a while, but the blade broke off from the handle. I wish that it was full tang but it isn't. The plastic coming from the blade into the handle cracked, and I was very mad about it. I loved this machete and used it so much, but for how cheap it was I think I got my use out of it.

Alex C.

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2021-07-29T20:00:00

I didn't actually buy this blade, but I saw is stuck in some wood (assumed someone left it there. It was kind of rusty and a little dull) but I fixed it up, and it's grade. With enough sharpening, it can cut through most medium-small branches and logs with ease. The serrated part is very useful, and the grip is amazing. Very easy to swing, and nice design. Very durable, great price, and recommend it for anyone.

Carter

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2021-05-27T20:00:00

As a surveyor for over 40 years, I have regular need for brushing tools. Having had disappointing experience with numerous other brands, when I saw the gator over a decade ago, the design looked convincing and the price was surprisingly reasonable. I bought a 2nd one not long after and never had a single issue with either. More recently I acquired the jr version which I also found extremely effective at closer range. However, I got in to some kind of hardwood and went a little crazy when it kept kicking my blade off to the side. I emerged victorious but to my dismay the blade got damaged, two marble sized bends right along the cutting edge. The metal was stretched and irreparable, what a bummer, except that when I took a picture and sent it to warranty, they replaced it, no questions asked. Would I recommend this ? Yes! Would I buy it again? Yes!

Todd

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2021-02-05T19:00:00

First of I just want to say that this is an amazing peice I purchased this machete five years ago and have put it through everything a blade can go through from hitting rocks to leaving it out for weeks it has obtained several nicks and dings but nothing a trip to the grinder can't easily fix it has held up amazingly for the price being in constant use it has never rolled or chipped just miner dings the only real thing that might be a problem for some is the sheath but it's no big deal it worked fine for me overal this is worth at least twice what they ask for it

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2021-01-10T19:00:00

Amazing machete perfect portable and very effecient.

Reilly o.

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2020-06-29T20:00:00

I live in Honduras (Central America) and I have used my gator Jr. in many activities with no problem whatsoever. In our country you can have any type of machete as it's use regularly on outdoors activities. At the beginning, many laught at the gator Jr (due to its size), but after performing a few cuts here and there, many of my cross country friends start loving it. It's Med size make it easy to handle and very versatile. Sharping it with the proper tools was the key to cut with no hazzle. The saw works like a charm!

Rolando M.

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2020-04-18T20:00:00

Well designed, compact, quality tool, at a good price ! Not designed as a full size bush machete, nor an axe. But, perfect for its niche.

Charles M.

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2018-12-24T19:00:00

Beautiful piece of work that everyone should have. For this price not to by one means you have no sense of aesthetics or love for beauty.

Vlad

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2018-08-03T20:00:00

Price vs. Quality. Did some backyard tree trimming with it. Hacking branches to pieces and stripping leaves off. Did the job ok. Is still sharp. Some hacking ended with point in the gravel so it has some dents at the point. Otheer than that an ok machete for simple backyard work. Don't expect high quality for this price.

Rudolf

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2017-06-20T20:00:00

I'm surprised by the poor reviews. I did experience much of the problems mentioned in these comments with the use of my full length Gator Machete. It bent and chipped and seemed like a wrong match of steel for the job. Gator Jr. has given me 4 years or more of hard work and with care it still looks and performs great.

Paul

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2016-08-15T20:00:00

I love this cutts right through the limbs handle is good and the saw is cool

Fgh

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2016-06-29T20:00:00

I've had this machete for over three years now, and it is the best one I've owned, I used it to cut big fish for bait and it only dented because i hit rocks with it

Tyson

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2016-06-22T20:00:00

Got it today. Went out to test it on a medium size green limb. Worked like a charm. Went right through.

Luke

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2016-05-15T20:00:00

The blade is very good though not recommended to over plow with the blade side on most thick branches.. but simply turn over and Saw clean through.. overall the best blade iv owned so far..

Julian A.

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2016-04-16T20:00:00

the blade isn't that sharp but you can have it sharpened for not to much money

chris g.

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2016-02-13T19:00:00

Looks evil can you use the sharpening wheel on the blade?

Colby d.

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2015-12-15T19:00:00

The tool itself is quite handy, but not having the sheath either Alice, Malice or Molle Compatible, it is Very awkward for easy carry. Are the clips/straps that expensive? The upper belt loop is fine for someone that only wears a skinny belt. Gerber can do better.

Newvik

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2015-12-15T19:00:00

Used 8 hours a day for 3 days straight. Cut small branches with one strike. 1/2 to 3/4 inch with 2 strikes. Even cut down small trees. Great product and highly recommended!

Robbie

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2015-12-12T19:00:00

Haven't had to use it just yet. Waiting for the zombie apocalypse. Will update if I survive.

Joey

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2015-11-02T19:00:00

Bought For the wife's B.O.B. gear and the belt loop on the sheath pulled out at it's top seam before we could get it outside! This rendered the sheath useless for belt use. We have since taken the Jr. out for testing and found it to be a perfect match for the wife. Makes quick work of 3/4 to 1 1/2 material used for shelter or fire. 4 Stars for the Machete, Goose egg for the Sheath.

Kevin

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2015-08-10T20:00:00

Just bout this. I have always been impressed with Gerber blades. This one lives up to the name. The high carbon steel blade was excellent for cutting light brush. It could have had a better edge. The edge was sharp but rough. Not a major issue for an inexpensive machete. Dinged the blade some when I encountered bricks where I didn't expect them. Re-sharpened the blade with a Lansky sharpening kit and really had to work at it. The steel on this machete is very good quality and somewhat difficult to sharpen. That is good as I won't have to sharpen it often as long as I don't hit bricks or rocks. I would definitely recommend this blade. Great job!

Paul D.

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2015-07-30T20:00:00

They could be stronger. The blade on mine chipped just from clearing small brush. Kinda upsetting after hearing how good the brand is.

david b.

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2015-07-15T20:00:00

I've been reading a lot of the reviews and for all the people that have broken or damaged your machete, sounds like you people are trying to cut trees down or split wood with. Machetes are not made for that kind of work its for small branches and clearing a path when in the woods. Also sounds like some don't have a clue on how to sharpen a blade. I've been using mine all spring and summer this machete is a machine and works great. People quit trying to cut down trees and strike at the proper angle of the branch don't strike straight into it, easier cut and less stress on the blade

100 A.

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2015-06-27T20:00:00

It's a great machete but after just a few hacks at the brush around my trails I bent the blade definitely needs to be stronger handle even being plastic with rubber on feels good in the hand

Jacob

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2015-06-13T20:00:00

Just picked one of these up today and went out to the river with it. Hella sharp right out of the box!

AidanG

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