Barteaux machete

[orvet]

I picked up this Barteaux machete at the flea market this month.

OAL- 17”
Handle- 6”
Blade- 12”

While researching the Barteaux company I found mention that the Barteaux machete was used in Vietnam.
Does anyone know about the US Military use of Barteaux machetes during Vietnam?
I have read they were a private purchase item and used in Vietnam. I was wondering if anyone knew anything about this?

In a militaria forum I found reference that Barteaux machetes were mentioned in Cole’s Book 4 at the top of page 17 and in Trzaska’s knife notes #10.
I did find Barteaux machete listed in a list on Trzaska’s website, but no info on it other than the name. I have limited success using his site.

If anyone has Cole’s book 4 or can find out anything on military usage of Barteaux machetes please post it here.

Thank you,
Dale

[junebug]

THAT IS A SWEET BLADE, DALE

looks like they are still in biz???? and near you??? maybe they can help you....heres what i found on the co.
About Barteaux Machetes, Inc.

Barteaux Machetes, Inc. is a company categorized under Hand & Edge Tools, Nec.

Address
1916 S.E. 50th Ave. Portland, Oregon, United States, 97215
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Phone Number
(503) 233-5880
Company Website
http://www.machete.com

[junebug]

this may help with model #

http://www.usmilitaryknives.com/Images_ ... img112.jpg

[orvet]

Thanks Bug!

I may end up calling them.