TM 9-243TYPES AND USESWhen it is not practical to use an ax or other conven-tional cutting tool, a brush-cutting tool can be used.Brush-cutting tools are used for cutting underbrush,shrubs, tree branches, vines, and tall grass. Two of themost common brush-cutting tools are the brush hookand the machete. Brush-cutting tools are available invarious sizes and designs depending on the nature ofuse.BRUSH HOOKThe brush hook is a hook-shaped steel blade set onto aheavy-duty metal or wooden handle. The inside edge ofthe hooked blade is sharpened like the cutting edge ofan ax blade. The brush hook is used for cutting under-brush, shrubs, or branches. Tool size and design varyaccording to the task.MACHETEThe machete normally in military use is an l&inch knife,widest and heaviest at the point of the blade. The bladeis attached to a handle shaped to fit the hand. Thehandle is designed with a slight projection to prevent themachete from slipping from the hand while being used.The machete is used to cut tall grass, vines, and smallbrush.SAFETY1.Always make sure no one is close enough to be3.Do not use a dull or defective tool.injured before swinging the tool.4.Store tools properly when not-in use.2.Take care not to allow branches or brush in line ofswing to deflect the stroke and cause injury.47-2
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