Description
The Ontario 1-18 Military Machete features a 1095 carbon steel blade. The blade has a zinc-phosphate finish. Moreover, Ontario Knife Company, makes this knife in the U.S.A. Ontario Knife Company manufactures this knife under U.S. Government specifications. The blade measures 18 inches long and 1/8 inch thick. Additiionally, the machete is 23-1/4″ in overall length. Finally, the handle material is molded plastic.
Three men – William B. Ensworth, Charles Albert Brace and William Maudsley, started the company at Naples, New York, in 1889. Naples was in Ontario County therefore Ontario became the name of the Company. The company used a waterpower-run grindstone to produce the early knives.
Needing more space, the company moved to an old sawmill at Cadiz. This was near Franklinville, the current location. Finally, in 1902, the Ontario Knife Company was incorporated.
The Empire State Cutlery Company purchased the interests of the company in 1904. In 1905 the two companies combined under the name Ontario Knife Company.
In 1923, James A. Chrestensen, became president. Subsequently, the “Old Hickory” line would begin. Finally, his son Robert F. Chrestensen would take over as president after his father retired in 1952. In addition, Ontario Knife would expand its role in the cutlery industry with a membership in the American Cutlery Manufacturers’ Association. Robert F. Chrestensen had ben a past president.
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In conclusion, the Ontario 1-18 Military Machete is available for purchase in the store or online. In fact, we offer free shipping for online orders over $100.00. Additionally, online order with in-store pick up is also available. Call us at 502-897-9552 with any questions you may have regarding this item. Or you can also email us at info@heimerdingercutlery.com. Thanks for your interest in this item.
- Ontario Knife Company
- OKC
- Machete
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