I think the re-ground BRKT Golok HD did which gave a cutlass/bolo blade would take some beating in the machete stakes....VERY useful with the point and belly curve if you needed it for real...BUT...I am all for a DFLEX though...I cancelled and last minute re-ordered a NMFBM and am pleased with it and glad I changed my mind....and a DFLE done in the same vain with a comfy Res C grip....well it could be a winner just like the NMFBM ....an ultimate SYKCO DF!