--- product_id: 1714099 title: "Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete with Sheath" brand: "cold steel" price: "₨1303" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Cold Steel" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1714099-cold-steel-97bwm12s-bowie-machete-with-sheath store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # Lightweight 14.3 oz with Cor-Ex sheath 12-inch razor-sharp blade 1055 Carbon Steel, ultra-durable & rust-resistant Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete with Sheath **Brand:** cold steel **Price:** ₨1303 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ—‘οΈ Own the wild with a blade that’s as relentless as you are! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete with Sheath by cold steel - **How much does it cost?** ₨1303 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1714099-cold-steel-97bwm12s-bowie-machete-with-sheath) ## Best For - cold steel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cold steel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Endure:** 1055 Carbon Steel with black baked-on anti-rust finish for long-lasting toughness - β€’ **Ready Out of the Box:** Comes fully sharpened to tackle any outdoor or survival task immediately - β€’ **Carry with Confidence:** Durable Cor-Ex sheath ensures safe transport and quick access on the go - β€’ **Precision Power Slash:** Fast, lively Bowie design for effortless chopping and piercing - β€’ **Versatile Utility Edge:** Perfect balance of machete strength and knife-like precision for all your adventures ## Overview The Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete features a 12-inch 1055 carbon steel blade with a tough black matte anti-rust coating, delivering exceptional durability and sharpness. Weighing just 14.3 ounces and paired with a rugged Cor-Ex sheath, it offers a perfect blend of lightweight portability and heavy-duty performance. Designed for fast, precise slashing and piercing, this machete excels in outdoor, survival, and tactical scenarios, making it a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts alike. ## Description Cold Steel's Bowie Point Machete is quick, fast and lively in the hand, making it an outstanding slashing blade and admirable chopper. But its most winning attribute is its clipped point, which makes it an excellent piercing tool. It will penetrate just about any obstacle in its path and will lend itself to knife-like utility jobs when a smaller handier blade is unavailable! If you always wanted a Bowie knife, but could never afford one, the Cold Steel Bowie Machete can be yours for a fraction of he price. Fully sharpened, with a tough baked on matte black rust resistant coating and equipped with a sturdy Core-Ex sheath, you will be proud to add this Machete to your collection. Specifications: Blade Length: 12"; Overall Length: 17-5/8"; Steel: 1055 Carbon Steel w/Black Baked on Anti Rust Matte Finish; Weight: 14.3 oz.; Blade Thickness: 2.8 mm; Handle: 5-5/8" Long Polypropylene; Sheath: Cor-Ex. Review: Great value - Don't be fooled by the price or people who say this is a novelty knife. The bowie design is obviously well proven as an outdoor knife and the 1055 steel on this is very strong and functional. Easy to sharpen but holds a good edge. This thing is built to take a beating. It has a just the right amount of flex if thats what you want to call it but it's still thick enough and stout enough to stab. Its also full tang. The factory edge on mine was not that great but after running it through my work-sharp I hacked down 2 oak saplings about 8inches in diameter and then several limbs just to see how it held up and you could tell no difference on the edge at all. Ive done a lot more chopping since then and after putting that first good edge on it I can resharpen it with just a stone in a few minutes. It would make an excellent and durable survival knife because while a full size machete would be much better for constantly chopping a ton of vegetation this blade CAN do it while also being stout enough and sharp enough to do tasks that you'd use a bowie knife for like skinning or defense. It's still really light for what it is (less than a pound) and I carry it every time I'm in the woods. It's just a good all around workhorse for whatever comes your way. The finish on mine has actually held up great so far and none of it has come off. I also see some reviews where people didn't care for the sheath but I was pleasantly surprised by it. It's stitched and riveted together with a tip guard that's also riveted. It's not floppy or thin like a lot of machete sheaths, it's thicker and feels well made. I haven't had the knife move around at all. I would like to see the retraining strap positioned lower on the handle so that it eliminates the possibly of it sliding upward in the sheath and exposing any of the blade but so far that has not been an issue at all. I have a lot of knives in different styles and price ranges but if I could only have 3 this would have to be one of them for the durability and ease of sharpening. No complaints from me for the price! **2 year update** Still loving everything about this knife. I've used it for 2 years now and most of that use was splitting lighter pine for fire building. And believe me I have split a ton of it and used it to process wood while camping. I also used it when skinning a deer and hacked the leg bones off at the joints no problem. This knife is still going strong and has held up great. No chipping on the blade or damage to the handle at all. The finish is actually still looking good on mine too which is rather shocking. I've touched the edge up on my Worksharp maybe 4 times in the last 2 years. A belt sharpener will put a convex edge on a blade which makes it a great chopper that won't chip. I've been impressed with this knife to the point that I purchased 2 more. I haven't used them, I just wanted some extras incase they ever stop making them. The sheath is still working great and this blade so light weight and easy to carry on your belt but packs a ton of usefulness. For the money this is probably my best knife purchase ever. Review: big, durable, and a total workhorse at a reasonable price - This knife is a beast and for me it was worth every penny. I used it to hack about 40 square yards of very over grown thorn brush some vines easily over 2 inches in diameter and it performed flawlessly with only one small chip about 3 inches above the handle when everything was said and done and that was with the factory edge (which is a utility edge hich really surprised me . For ~$20 you get a 12inch blade of 1055 carbon steel its reasonably thick for what it is albeit a little thin for my taste, a checkered rubber type handle with a lanyard hole and a beavertail (little teardrop shaped protrusion at the end of the handle) which really came in handy with hard swings, a cordura sheath with belt loop its a little flimsy but gets the job done and i think it will last. The swedge on the clip point is partially sharpened and can be honed to a decent cutting edge with some effort and patience. Overall im very satisfied with my purchase and would reccomend this knife to anyone looking for a utility or self defense blade ## Features - Fast and lively in the hand, making it an outstanding slashing blade and an admirable chopper - Retains knife-like capabilities when a smaller and handier blade is required - Comes fully sharpened, with a tough, baked-on matte black rust resistant coating - Made of tough and durable 1055 Carbon Steel with black baked-on anti-rust matte finish for extra protection - Includes a durable Cor-Ex sheath for added safety and carrying convenience; Dimensions: 12 in blade length, 5 5/8 in handle length, 2. 8 mm blade thickness, 16. 2 oz weight - Steel: 1055 Carbon Steel w/Black Baked on Anti Rust Matte Finish - Overall Length: 17-5/8" - Weight: 14.3 oz. - Handle: 5-5/8" Long Polypropylene - Sheath: Cor-Ex ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00BD558JY | | Best Sellers Rank | #116,672 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #154 in Tactical Knives | | Blade Length | 12 inches | | Blade Material | Carbon Steel | | Blade Material Type | Carbon Steel | | Brand | Cold Steel | | Brand Name | Cold Steel | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 357 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442010821 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Polypropylene | | Included Components | Machete, Sheath | | Item Dimensions L x W | 1"L x 1"W | | Item Type Name | Machete | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Cold Steel | | Manufacturer Part Number | 97BWM12S | | Model Number | CSMCHTE | | Product Style | Bowie Machete | | Style | Bowie Machete | | UPC | 705442010821 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 12 inches - **Blade Material:** Carbon Steel - **Brand:** Cold Steel - **Handle Material:** Polypropylene - **Style:** Bowie Machete ## Images ![Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete with Sheath - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71l3uKemcXL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How this is the blade?** A: Great. I ran it thru my "work sharp" belt sharpener when I got it and it works great. I've cut saplings one to two inches in diameter around my tree stand and cleared brush and tree limbs in the yard. You could cut a small tree with it but it will take a few extra whacks more than a full size blade. The point is good to have in case a critter comes at you in the woods. Can't beat it for the price. Better than some more costly machetes. **Q: How do you strip the coating off this machete?** A: I havent tried to strip the coating on mine but Ive used klean strip on other blades and it works well. Make sure you wear gloves and read the warning labels because it is potent stuff and you do not want to get it on your skin. **Q: I have a gopher problem... would it help?** A: Gophers are varmints, and a varmint will never quit...they're like the Viet Cong...varmint cong **Q: Is this full tang** A: Yes, it's full tang. Simple use of a magnet indicates a ferrous attraction exists through the entire length (past the lanyard hole) and including the inside edge of that slip-guard pommel. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value *by S***S on March 16, 2018* Don't be fooled by the price or people who say this is a novelty knife. The bowie design is obviously well proven as an outdoor knife and the 1055 steel on this is very strong and functional. Easy to sharpen but holds a good edge. This thing is built to take a beating. It has a just the right amount of flex if thats what you want to call it but it's still thick enough and stout enough to stab. Its also full tang. The factory edge on mine was not that great but after running it through my work-sharp I hacked down 2 oak saplings about 8inches in diameter and then several limbs just to see how it held up and you could tell no difference on the edge at all. Ive done a lot more chopping since then and after putting that first good edge on it I can resharpen it with just a stone in a few minutes. It would make an excellent and durable survival knife because while a full size machete would be much better for constantly chopping a ton of vegetation this blade CAN do it while also being stout enough and sharp enough to do tasks that you'd use a bowie knife for like skinning or defense. It's still really light for what it is (less than a pound) and I carry it every time I'm in the woods. It's just a good all around workhorse for whatever comes your way. The finish on mine has actually held up great so far and none of it has come off. I also see some reviews where people didn't care for the sheath but I was pleasantly surprised by it. It's stitched and riveted together with a tip guard that's also riveted. It's not floppy or thin like a lot of machete sheaths, it's thicker and feels well made. I haven't had the knife move around at all. I would like to see the retraining strap positioned lower on the handle so that it eliminates the possibly of it sliding upward in the sheath and exposing any of the blade but so far that has not been an issue at all. I have a lot of knives in different styles and price ranges but if I could only have 3 this would have to be one of them for the durability and ease of sharpening. No complaints from me for the price! **2 year update** Still loving everything about this knife. I've used it for 2 years now and most of that use was splitting lighter pine for fire building. And believe me I have split a ton of it and used it to process wood while camping. I also used it when skinning a deer and hacked the leg bones off at the joints no problem. This knife is still going strong and has held up great. No chipping on the blade or damage to the handle at all. The finish is actually still looking good on mine too which is rather shocking. I've touched the edge up on my Worksharp maybe 4 times in the last 2 years. A belt sharpener will put a convex edge on a blade which makes it a great chopper that won't chip. I've been impressed with this knife to the point that I purchased 2 more. I haven't used them, I just wanted some extras incase they ever stop making them. The sheath is still working great and this blade so light weight and easy to carry on your belt but packs a ton of usefulness. For the money this is probably my best knife purchase ever. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ big, durable, and a total workhorse at a reasonable price *by H***R on March 20, 2015* This knife is a beast and for me it was worth every penny. I used it to hack about 40 square yards of very over grown thorn brush some vines easily over 2 inches in diameter and it performed flawlessly with only one small chip about 3 inches above the handle when everything was said and done and that was with the factory edge (which is a utility edge hich really surprised me . For ~$20 you get a 12inch blade of 1055 carbon steel its reasonably thick for what it is albeit a little thin for my taste, a checkered rubber type handle with a lanyard hole and a beavertail (little teardrop shaped protrusion at the end of the handle) which really came in handy with hard swings, a cordura sheath with belt loop its a little flimsy but gets the job done and i think it will last. The swedge on the clip point is partially sharpened and can be honed to a decent cutting edge with some effort and patience. Overall im very satisfied with my purchase and would reccomend this knife to anyone looking for a utility or self defense blade ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value *by S***G on July 29, 2020* So far happy with it. I wanted a low cost option to toss into my vehicle or my backpack when hiking and to clear trails when driving off-road (so low hanging branches or shrubs don't scratch up my SUV anymore than necessary, haha.) The handle to me is just right - fills my hand and has great traction without any significant 'hot spots.' It came with a serviceable edge for a chopping tool but like most people probably will, I touched it up myself and it "bites" and cuts very nicely now. It's light but has enough weight behind it to have some chopping power. The point is wickedly sharp (due largely to the sharpened "swedge" or "false edge" on the top leading edge of the blade.) If I had a complaint, it would be that I have often seen this type of handle (plastic, molded around the "tang") break when subjected to heavy work. To me it would have been possible to make this a true 'full tang' implement with the metal running all the way through and handle scales glued/screwed/riveted to each side. It would be much more durable and probably would not greatly increase cost. Just me. The sheath is very nice although you may want to get a more durable one of those too if you intend to use this knife frequently or long term. I could see it fraying over time. Overall, great value for $30 or so. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cold Steel 97BWM12S Bowie Machete with Sheath - Cold Steel Black Bear Bowie Machete Blade 17-3/4" Long, Black, 12", One Size - Cold Steel All Purpose Tactical Machete with Sheath, Great for Clearing Brush, Survival, Camping and Outdoor Activities, Gladius Machete, One Size,Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1714099-cold-steel-97bwm12s-bowie-machete-with-sheath](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1714099-cold-steel-97bwm12s-bowie-machete-with-sheath) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-07-29*