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I love the review bro! At first was a bit skeptical because of the channel name, but the review is very thorough and it comes from experience. Also extra credits for including the footage of those parangs being well-used and tested in the fields instead of just “tabletop reviews”. Gained a new subscriber today bro, keep up the good work 💪🏼👍🏼
I’m looking over the FF parangs and reaching out to one of the dealers to see if they will ship to Australia. Which would you recommend? The PM02, the PM12 or is there another in a similar style you think is good? Appreciate your advice.
I will have to look at the models first. But unfortunately, they cannot ship overseas. The issue is with MY customs. They don't allow shipment to B2C customers by regular shipping methods. The only way is possibly through DHL who can handle knives but the shipping fee will be more than the parang which doesn't make the purchase worthwhile.
@galihgaluhgaleuh it is interesting as a Golok in general has a pointed upward tip, even in Indonesia. But a candung has a sheepsfoot blade like the one in the video you shared. So this is a confused knife 🤣
@@urbanknifeguy Judging from the shape of the tip of the blade, maybe it used to have the same meaning as the word chandong in Malay and candung in Indonesia, like the word kampong in Malay and kampung in Indonesia. machete inherited from the colonial era ruclips.net/video/rcYmRt5X-6k/видео.html
@galihgaluhgaleuh thanks for your thoughts. From what I understand, "candong or candung" comes from the Ibanese in Borneo which consisted on Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Brunei. So I believe the sheepsfoot blade originates from there and that is why is present in both Indonesia and Malaysia now. However, Golok are also both used in both countries but seem to refer to different things. In Malaysia, a Golok is always a pointed upward tip blade. Similar to the Western Machete.
Malaysia is a country with thick forests. the forest is thorny and has dangerous animals. they are very skilled at preparing machete knives for various purposes in the forest.
I understand this video is about a parang, but I wanted to post a loosely related question. Comparing the parang to the khukuri, which one do you think is more versatile for bushcraft, camping, and butchering game meat? I’ve been looking for someone who can compare these two different knives and offer a comparison.
That is a good question. Well, if we look at the original intended purpose, the parang was developed for agriculture use and clearing, while the kukri was designed as a weapon by the Ghurkas. Alan Kay, winner of season 1 of Alone, used the kukri as his survival knife. I think if butchering game meat is a big part of the requirements, a kukri might be better or look into a Golok, which is a parang with a pointed tip, which aids in piercing and skinning. I think the kukri is harder to maintain due to the shape of the blade and will require more skill and experience to use than a parang. Not sure if that helps, but those are my thoughts.
Parang is generally easier to be used and to be maintained. I spent more time sharpening my khukri than I do my parang, only with the same result of sharpness.. So, save your own time and choose parang instead of khukri
@@urbanknifeguy welcome. I am actually contemplating the Duku Chandung 8” and 10” (comparing both in shop A), and coincidentally I came across the ff 12” (in shop B, where I compared it to the Duku Chandung 8” (but not the 12” which was not available in shop B)). I just got back from the 2 shops lol. Thought the Duku Chandung felt nicer to hold (with fatter and rougher handle) and felt more natural in hand, albeit the ff is much more refined (I suspect machine refined due to its consistent cuts, while the Duku Chandungs are mostly hand made). Nevertheless, did not manage to chop anything with any of the parangs as they are all brand new. Was thinking what you said and also by another reviewer about better using the 8” in my trekking to fishing spots due to its weight and possibly greater general usage whilst sacrificing chopping power.
@Cl-hm3tz Another consideration is your height and weight. If you are long and tall, a 10" might feel better. If not 8" is better IMO. Also depends on the amount of gear you are carrying and how used to parangs you are. I used to carry 8" but now I have moved up to 10". In terms of chopping, I would say both are similar as you should not be doing too much chopping. If you need a lot of wood cut, then a folding saw is better. This is my current load out ruclips.net/video/unKf-qI6Kjo/видео.html
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Very informative. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome!
I love the review bro! At first was a bit skeptical because of the channel name, but the review is very thorough and it comes from experience.
Also extra credits for including the footage of those parangs being well-used and tested in the fields instead of just “tabletop reviews”.
Gained a new subscriber today bro, keep up the good work 💪🏼👍🏼
Thanks and welcome to the channel!
Excellent, informative video. Great job.
Excellent information, thank you 😊
I’m looking over the FF parangs and reaching out to one of the dealers to see if they will ship to Australia. Which would you recommend? The PM02, the PM12 or is there another in a similar style you think is good? Appreciate your advice.
I will have to look at the models first. But unfortunately, they cannot ship overseas. The issue is with MY customs. They don't allow shipment to B2C customers by regular shipping methods. The only way is possibly through DHL who can handle knives but the shipping fee will be more than the parang which doesn't make the purchase worthwhile.
The Duku Parang wich size is? 8” or 10”
8"
In Indonesia, especially in Java, it is called the Golok Candung.
Thanks! Good to know!
@@urbanknifeguy for example golok candung in java : ruclips.net/user/shortsTa5dn2976lY?feature=share3
@galihgaluhgaleuh it is interesting as a Golok in general has a pointed upward tip, even in Indonesia. But a candung has a sheepsfoot blade like the one in the video you shared. So this is a confused knife 🤣
@@urbanknifeguy Judging from the shape of the tip of the blade, maybe it used to have the same meaning as the word chandong in Malay and candung in Indonesia, like the word kampong in Malay and kampung in Indonesia.
machete inherited from the colonial era
ruclips.net/video/rcYmRt5X-6k/видео.html
@galihgaluhgaleuh thanks for your thoughts. From what I understand, "candong or candung" comes from the Ibanese in Borneo which consisted on Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Brunei. So I believe the sheepsfoot blade originates from there and that is why is present in both Indonesia and Malaysia now. However, Golok are also both used in both countries but seem to refer to different things. In Malaysia, a Golok is always a pointed upward tip blade. Similar to the Western Machete.
I use an Ontario machete 18 - 12 inch. Ive been doing this since I was 5 or 6 years old.
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Malaysia is a country with thick forests. the forest is thorny and has dangerous animals. they are very skilled at preparing machete knives for various purposes in the forest.
@@kongsiilmu7410 indeed!
I understand this video is about a parang, but I wanted to post a loosely related question.
Comparing the parang to the khukuri, which one do you think is more versatile for bushcraft, camping, and butchering game meat?
I’ve been looking for someone who can compare these two different knives and offer a comparison.
That is a good question. Well, if we look at the original intended purpose, the parang was developed for agriculture use and clearing, while the kukri was designed as a weapon by the Ghurkas. Alan Kay, winner of season 1 of Alone, used the kukri as his survival knife. I think if butchering game meat is a big part of the requirements, a kukri might be better or look into a Golok, which is a parang with a pointed tip, which aids in piercing and skinning. I think the kukri is harder to maintain due to the shape of the blade and will require more skill and experience to use than a parang. Not sure if that helps, but those are my thoughts.
Parang is generally easier to be used and to be maintained. I spent more time sharpening my khukri than I do my parang, only with the same result of sharpness.. So, save your own time and choose parang instead of khukri
13:05 sooo no update?
Yup unfortunately. It did not work out and will not be available to the public!
working too hard chopping. Swing more at an angle to get deeper.
Ohoooo... Tidak tajam
Which one?
The duku parang if it wasnt for that stupid handle they put on them !
I agree it is not the prettiest. But traditionally it is probably the easiest to hand carve and attach to the Rat Tang. Thanks for watching!
@@urbanknifeguyfeels much nicer to hold the duku chandung w that “unique - teaditionally shaped”handle.
@@Cl-hm3tz I agree it is comfortable. Thanks!
@@urbanknifeguy welcome.
I am actually contemplating the Duku Chandung 8” and 10” (comparing both in shop A), and coincidentally I came across the ff 12” (in shop B, where I compared it to the Duku Chandung 8” (but not the 12” which was not available in shop B)). I just got back from the 2 shops lol. Thought the Duku Chandung felt nicer to hold (with fatter and rougher handle) and felt more natural in hand, albeit the ff is much more refined (I suspect machine refined due to its consistent cuts, while the Duku Chandungs are mostly hand made). Nevertheless, did not manage to chop anything with any of the parangs as they are all brand new.
Was thinking what you said and also by another reviewer about better using the 8” in my trekking to fishing spots due to its weight and possibly greater general usage whilst sacrificing chopping power.
@Cl-hm3tz Another consideration is your height and weight. If you are long and tall, a 10" might feel better. If not 8" is better IMO. Also depends on the amount of gear you are carrying and how used to parangs you are. I used to carry 8" but now I have moved up to 10". In terms of chopping, I would say both are similar as you should not be doing too much chopping. If you need a lot of wood cut, then a folding saw is better. This is my current load out ruclips.net/video/unKf-qI6Kjo/видео.html