Are these full tang?
365179
When I was searching for knives, I really knew very little. I would suggest this person go to the website. It was wonderful information about how the knives are made and which ones are full tang.
1253175
Yes it is both full tang and tempered steel. As an aside it is a fairly hard steel but a decent amount of flex for the length and size of the blade.
455000
Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have are awesome - if you do get one maybe do a followup post and tell us if they seem to be as good as I say. Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have... » Read More Yes, the ones I have are full tang. And yes, they are sturdy, heavy machetes - these things are the real deal. One of my machetes is about 20 years old - abused and used - no rust on it! And the handle rivets are still tight - no wobble of handles at all. The other is about 5 years old, and seems to be as excellent quality as the older one. But the real question you need to ask, is this made in the U.S.A. - the Ontario machetes are U.S.A. made. Hopefully the quality of the new ones is as good as the old ones - you might want to look into the Ontario Knife website. Anyways, the ones I have are awesome - if you do get one maybe do a followup post and tell us if they seem to be as good as I say. « Show Less
786231
That tang goes all the way through the handle and you can see where it exits at the end. So yes, it's full tang.
348978
No, not full tang. What there is screws into a plastic handle. I've used this to easily and comfortably cut through limbs about 3/4 inch think. It's for light duty, and for this it works well. I like it.
1759311
Pretty sure not a full tang. Researching the issue I found this link:http://www.cheftalk.com/t/55184/not-a-full-tangI'm a chef and the knife is beautifully balanced and shows no sign of becoming unstable or loose. I have 2 Shun classic knives and both are excellent - a 9" slicer and the 8" chef knife
560849
I'm not sure if it's full tang, but my brother sharpened it a bit more after he opened it and he then proceeded to whack at everything in sight, but its still pretty sharp, barely dulled, if dulled at all.
1667570
Well, depends on your definition of "FULL TANG". It is not a full exposed tang with two separate handle scales attached to it on either side to make the handle. The tang does run nearly ( to within an inch or so) through and through the handle however. I would call it a full-length concealed tang, but not a traditional full tang. That said, this knife ( and it's tang) are a flippin' tank. You are not going to break this blade. It is as solid and robust as a knife can be. Solid knife, solid deal. I recommend it, you won't regret this purchase ( if of course you do purchase it).
393520
I took a look at it this morning and you cannot see the blade go all the way down the knife (the handle covers it completely), but it is definitely as heavy in the handle as it is in the blade. I am 99% sure it is a full tang, but cannot guarantee it!
1227667
While "full tang" might be one indicator of quality for a knife for a home cook, it doesn't matter for pro quality knives. These knives do not have an exposed tang line along the contours of the handle. They are not marketed as "full tang" I have not Xrayed my knives, but would assume that it is about 90%. Do not worry about this sets quality, reliability or it's ergonomics. The millennia series is used by probably over 35% of cooking schools in the nation (with their renaissance and genesis lines probably taking up another 50%) They are used by tens of thousands of professional prep and line cooks. Mercer Millennia are also used by thousands of restaurants as their "house knives". Rest assured, these are sturdy, whether they are full tang or not. They are well balanced whether full tang or not. Another commenter posted that these are full tang. He is operating under an incorrect definition of what a tang is. It does not mean one piece. A tang is the extension of the blade into the handle.
258705
No, 3/4 tang I believe, but I wouldn't count it out at this price. There are youtube vids of folks batoning with 3/4 tang Moras, though with this blade thickness and tang that may not be best. Haven't used that way, but it is still providing good service for the things for which knives are really intended. This web page gives a lot of info and lists the few Moras that are full tang: http://www.ragweedforge.com/SwedishKnifeCatalog.html
705955
Carlos, they are real swords. Vert light and agile... full tang a decent buy
953364
Yes, it is a full tang, perhaps more accurately described as a "stick tang," since the tang itself is narrower than the blade, but that is obvious just looking at the handle.
1165535
Full tang meaning the blade goes all the way through the handle? don't believe so, like questions I've answered before they are more prop weapons Than anything.
62800
No, no exposed tang. Think of the grip as a motorcycle hand grip, soft, but comfortable grip.
560853
Yes, it is Full Tang, and it does hold a good edge. You'll be happy with this knife.
1835967
No....not full tang, more like 2/3. A you look at the picture, the tang stops about 3/4" from the last rivet closest the hilt. For the money....can't beat it! Since the weather has broke, i have used it extensively here in WV clearing brush on my property. Tears through brush and saplings up to 3-4" diameter. Holds a decent edge, and re sharpens easily. Hope this helps. Do your self a favor and spend extra money on the sheath!