My review of a Malaysian Bidor Golok (s71.co/3lTO7vQ), with handle upgrade done by MyParang.com. 5160 Steel, 12.25 inch blade length. Here is the factory where these are made: ua-cam.com/video/6j3h4BRrMXI/v-deo.html. Much like the Thai E-nep, Filipino Barong, and Nepali Kukri, these blades are extremely strong, I recommend them for rough wilderness and survival tasks. Enjoy the big steel! :]
Glad you like it! That's one of the batons I carve with my Estwng Carpenter's Hatchet. I take the biggest toughest piece of firewood and carve a handle on it.
As a Malaysian, feel proud that Malaysian product being recognized, and those parang and golok also comes with kydex sheath if I’m not mistaken, but at a little higher price point, and they also make like a set with morakniv knife and a firesteel
I've been using one of these for 4-5 years now and love it. I usually alternate between it and a terava skrama 200. I use the golok when I need a fire and bring the skrama when a fire would be nice to have. The fully enclosed wooden handle on the golok really shines in winter here in New England.
This golok pattern are the must bring tool when every malaysian go to jungle or any harvesting work. It's very effective, easy to sharping and light weight..also durable
Malaysian parang or golok users carve wood by placing your hand nearer to the neck of the blade where the blade nearest your hand are usually honed much sharper for delicate carving/cutting works.
Nice blades. I found a video of the blacksmiths making these. I was won over by it and the reviews so I purchased a 120 plastic handle and the my parang 125 and 130 gifting the 125 to a friend. I think of the two wooden handled ones, the 125 swings faster due to the blade being an inch shorter thus lighter and is my pick of the two as it is easier to recover from a swing. The 120 plastic handle is wrapped in tennis grip tape and swings like lightning and is my personal favorite. It would make an excellent self defense tool as it shears through material once sharpened up to a fresh edge.
@@neroma there are different places. I purchased mine from machetespecialists.com. sometimes amazon has them too as well as online knife retailers like knifecenter.com and the like.
I wouldn’t really baton with them too violently - at the end of the day they have a rattail tang, and even with the pin and epoxy I think they can eventually come loose or worst case snap at the pinhole. There is a point to the rattail, it absorbs shock when chopping and makes for a good balance when chopping so it’s a feature, but it also means it’s not a crowbar. I own a 8, 10 and 10 inch duku from bidor and they’re great tools. I use them mainly in temperate to arctic conditions on hikes rather than lugging an axe around. It’s just more versatile and not as heavy, and I really don’t need to be cutting down bigger trees or processing great amounts of firewood. I pair it with a multitool, a mora type knife and a small folding saw, and that’s kinda that in terms of tools for hiking. Especially in the arctic where wood is often kinda sparse, or of limited size and is mostly limited to softer woods like birch or pine - there is no real need for an axe.
Somehow I never get bored of seeing another large fixed blade. :) I see you modded the grip of the BK-9. I put some micarta scales on mine for the same reason. They should come with those from factory. lol
Hey man what's up! I don't know if you ever had reviews on blades like these that's made in the Philippines. We have tons of good makers back here, specially in Batangas. Hope to see you reviewing one that is Filipino-made. "Mabuhay ka kabayan" 🍻🤙🏼🇵🇭
That would be good! I have relatives in Manila. I hope some company can one day import some of these Filipino blades and sell them in the USA, like the Malaysian and Nepalis do with their blades. Authentic barongs would sell very well here.
I've been eying this brand for awhile, but have yet to pull the trigger mainly cause they're priced and use similar materials as Condor but you don't get the nice leather sheath Condor typically provides.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives Yeah their prices been going up over the past years, but a lot of their stuff is in the same price range as these(wish they were still $50-60 like they were back when I first started buying them!). Stuff like the Mountain Pass Machete, Departure Bolo, Australian Army Machete, Polar North Machete, various others are at least still in this range...though if they keep going up I may switch over to these guys.
@@outdoordyn You kinda missed the point. Condor uses similar materials and is priced similarly, so the "task" is pretty much the same, the difference is the Condor also includes a nice sheath.
May I suggest, O venerable knife juggler, reviewing the Bolo Bayonet, m1912 ( I think) if you can get your hands on one? May your steps be guided, along the right path.
Bidor parang maker is a reputable no nonsense blacksmith … most of their parangs are meant for local use ie cheaper and not so good looking but they get the jobs done … this design is synonymous to the Malays of the Peninsular as opposed to the chandong which is typical in Borneo tribes … usage wise they’re about the same ie robustness and a tool many of us don’t leave behind when out in the jungle … both designs have their merits …myself, I’ve used the Malay parang all my life and only these few years changed to the chandong as the rat tail design without a locking pin is a failure … my chandong by Bidor is a plain plastic handle with a locking pin which I found more secure … the plastic handle is not so good but last a lifetime imho … btw, handling a parang is different from swinging an axe , one needs to utilize the wrist action, otherwise you’d end up tired easily without any real gain … I guess I’m used to it anyway …
Also, Ysrael, would you be interested in designing and building a knife/machete, with the knowledge and experiences you have shown us through the years? I recently took a forging class and it was a very educational experience! I am willing to bet there is a company out there that would give serious credence to whatever input you may have. I know I have been developing a knife or two for certain tasks, and they are still in the design stage at this point. Many thanks, and manong.
That is a great skill to develop! It would be cool if you made kind of a high quality shank style blade, for example an idea like these, which are usually sold out: www.jbknifeandtool.com/theguild
We are at "the End of the world" We'll be blessed, if we survive what came, or what's coming which will be way worse. and I don't mean, the body , I mean the soul. That's what has to survive.
My review of a Malaysian Bidor Golok (s71.co/3lTO7vQ), with handle upgrade done by MyParang.com. 5160 Steel, 12.25 inch blade length. Here is the factory where these are made: ua-cam.com/video/6j3h4BRrMXI/v-deo.html. Much like the Thai E-nep, Filipino Barong, and Nepali Kukri, these blades are extremely strong, I recommend them for rough wilderness and survival tasks. Enjoy the big steel! :]
WTH IS THAT SEXY BATON???
SEMPER FI
GUNNY
Glad you like it! That's one of the batons I carve with my Estwng Carpenter's Hatchet. I take the biggest toughest piece of firewood and carve a handle on it.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives MAKE A VID ON THAT )
Yes, I've seen people chops bone and bamboo with it . absolutely a monster
@@WeAllJuggleKnives HANDLE IS DARK ( OR BLACK)...U PAINTED IT?
As a Malaysian, feel proud that Malaysian product being recognized, and those parang and golok also comes with kydex sheath if I’m not mistaken, but at a little higher price point, and they also make like a set with morakniv knife and a firesteel
These look like awesome blades for the outdoors enthusiast, simple, tough and dependable, I think I will be getting one for myself
I have 3 Myparangs and love them
Excellent, glad to hear they are serving you well :]
I have one of the unmodified plastic handled goloks. It alongside the parang are my favorite large fixed blades.
Good to hear!
I've been using one of these for 4-5 years now and love it. I usually alternate between it and a terava skrama 200. I use the golok when I need a fire and bring the skrama when a fire would be nice to have. The fully enclosed wooden handle on the golok really shines in winter here in New England.
Great set up, glad to hear that it has been in use for years!
This golok pattern are the must bring tool when every malaysian go to jungle or any harvesting work. It's very effective, easy to sharping and light weight..also durable
0:48 The top parang is a Duku Chandong 12 inch, I have the 8 inch version though
Excellent, compact can be very useful on the go!
Malaysian parang or golok users carve wood by placing your hand nearer to the neck of the blade where the blade nearest your hand are usually honed much sharper for delicate carving/cutting works.
steady abang kita, muahciked :)
Nice blades. I found a video of the blacksmiths making these. I was won over by it and the reviews so I purchased a 120 plastic handle and the my parang 125 and 130 gifting the 125 to a friend. I think of the two wooden handled ones, the 125 swings faster due to the blade being an inch shorter thus lighter and is my pick of the two as it is easier to recover from a swing. The 120 plastic handle is wrapped in tennis grip tape and swings like lightning and is my personal favorite. It would make an excellent self defense tool as it shears through material once sharpened up to a fresh edge.
Excellent, I am glad to hear that you, too know the power of these blades!
Where did you buy the plastic handle ones?
@@neroma there are different places. I purchased mine from machetespecialists.com. sometimes amazon has them too as well as online knife retailers like knifecenter.com and the like.
Impressive review of an impressive knife.
Thanks, my friend!
Beautiful, definitely gonna be picking one of these up and will definitely be using your link for showing it! Great video
Thank you, my friend, it will serve you well!
Thanks for support Malaysian product, Sir😁👍...i hope you can make a review about Tac Force 012 knife😁🙏
I have a bunch of their offerings and love them all. GREAT blades. Love the big blade reviews, how about some more Aranyik?
These are definitely similar to Aranyik in a good way! I have not heard from Aranyik in a while, hopefully the lockdowns did not hurt them too badly.
The 12in blade is my favourit for hikeing in the jungle
For sure, not too short or long!
I wouldn’t really baton with them too violently - at the end of the day they have a rattail tang, and even with the pin and epoxy I think they can eventually come loose or worst case snap at the pinhole. There is a point to the rattail, it absorbs shock when chopping and makes for a good balance when chopping so it’s a feature, but it also means it’s not a crowbar.
I own a 8, 10 and 10 inch duku from bidor and they’re great tools. I use them mainly in temperate to arctic conditions on hikes rather than lugging an axe around. It’s just more versatile and not as heavy, and I really don’t need to be cutting down bigger trees or processing great amounts of firewood. I pair it with a multitool, a mora type knife and a small folding saw, and that’s kinda that in terms of tools for hiking. Especially in the arctic where wood is often kinda sparse, or of limited size and is mostly limited to softer woods like birch or pine - there is no real need for an axe.
Somehow I never get bored of seeing another large fixed blade. :) I see you modded the grip of the BK-9. I put some micarta scales on mine for the same reason. They should come with those from factory. lol
Aww yeah! More big blades coming up
knives of this size are very suitable for a frontier type context as both weapons and tools
Yessir, frontier and pioneer approved.
Yes 👍
Thanks, for watching, my friend!
I have this exact blade and it is awesome!
Great minds think alike!
Hey man what's up! I don't know if you ever had reviews on blades like these that's made in the Philippines. We have tons of good makers back here, specially in Batangas. Hope to see you reviewing one that is Filipino-made. "Mabuhay ka kabayan" 🍻🤙🏼🇵🇭
That would be good! I have relatives in Manila. I hope some company can one day import some of these Filipino blades and sell them in the USA, like the Malaysian and Nepalis do with their blades. Authentic barongs would sell very well here.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives I truly hope so too my brother, 🇵🇭🤜🏼🤛🏼🇵🇭
Very useful blade
For sure, thanks for stopping by :]
I definitely want one! I’ve had my eye out for a Bowie knife, but I think think is more practical and probably tougher.
A true working blade!
Yes, I've seen video people chop bone and bamboo with it.no chip at all
Love those trad tools
Thanks!
Welcome, my friend, really appreciate your support over the years!
I've been eying this brand for awhile, but have yet to pull the trigger mainly cause they're priced and use similar materials as Condor but you don't get the nice leather sheath Condor typically provides.
Condor Warlock and Bushcraft Parang are pretty awesome. Their newer stuff is getting up there in price though too, now though.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives Yeah their prices been going up over the past years, but a lot of their stuff is in the same price range as these(wish they were still $50-60 like they were back when I first started buying them!). Stuff like the Mountain Pass Machete, Departure Bolo, Australian Army Machete, Polar North Machete, various others are at least still in this range...though if they keep going up I may switch over to these guys.
spend your money on what matters, the blade and the handle. sheaths look good , but doesn't help with the task
@@outdoordyn You kinda missed the point. Condor uses similar materials and is priced similarly, so the "task" is pretty much the same, the difference is the Condor also includes a nice sheath.
@@DShiflet01 You kind of missed the point too Sir, Condor is full tang, MY Parang is stick / rat tail tang. Have a great day ahead!
Mantap mr
May I suggest, O venerable knife juggler, reviewing the Bolo Bayonet, m1912 ( I think) if you can get your hands on one?
May your steps be guided, along the right path.
I'll check it out
Bidor parang maker is a reputable no nonsense blacksmith … most of their parangs are meant for local use ie cheaper and not so good looking but they get the jobs done … this design is synonymous to the Malays of the Peninsular as opposed to the chandong which is typical in Borneo tribes … usage wise they’re about the same ie robustness and a tool many of us don’t leave behind when out in the jungle … both designs have their merits …myself, I’ve used the Malay parang all my life and only these few years changed to the chandong as the rat tail design without a locking pin is a failure … my chandong by Bidor is a plain plastic handle with a locking pin which I found more secure … the plastic handle is not so good but last a lifetime imho … btw, handling a parang is different from swinging an axe , one needs to utilize the wrist action, otherwise you’d end up tired easily without any real gain … I guess I’m used to it anyway …
Thanks for the information! I did not know that the Chandongs were from the Borneo Tribes, now I know the origin of the term :]
Also, Ysrael, would you be interested in designing and building a knife/machete, with the knowledge and experiences you have shown us through the years? I recently took a forging class and it was a very educational experience!
I am willing to bet there is a company out there that would give serious credence to whatever input you may have.
I know I have been developing a knife or two for certain tasks, and they are still in the design stage at this point.
Many thanks, and manong.
@ $250 - $300 for a 8-9 hour day class.
in my local area
That is a great skill to develop! It would be cool if you made kind of a high quality shank style blade, for example an idea like these, which are usually sold out: www.jbknifeandtool.com/theguild
@@WeAllJuggleKnives woof!
Happy goloky
Big Blades Bust Better. That doesn't make any sense does it? Well it sounded pretty cool in my head. 🤣😂🤣
Nutjob approved!
We are at "the End of the world" We'll be blessed, if we survive what came, or what's coming which will be way worse. and I don't mean, the body , I mean the soul. That's what has to survive.
It is true, we have outlived ourselves.
Just curious, I went to Amazon from the link and the 12” was $109 to me in NY. Is anyone else getting different prices for the 12”?
Knife Center may be a little cheaper. Blade HQ will definitely be more expensive.
@@bobwampler3387 Thanks I will check them out
Bad to the bone brother. 👊💀
Thank you, brother!
Is this the 125 or the 135?
It is the 125: goo.gl/RDbF6B
Dave at Reallybigmonkey1 on YT has a good video about 30 different types of machetes. That dude LOVES machetes.