vintage machete

Description

vintage machete.
Old machete, I’ve had it for many years. Looks handmade. Wood handle intact and blade doesn’t wiggle, neither does handle. The wood handle appears to have a small gap due to wood shrinkage over the years, but the handle is strong and has no movement. What you see is what you get. I’ve not cleaned or sharpened this blade ever. Purchased from an estate sale 30 years ago so it’s at least that old. Originally thought it was a sugar cane machete, but has service battery hand stamped so I feel it’s a military service machete and looks like it’s seen some action in it’s time with the staining/discoloration and pitting on its metal blade. This I am not certain. It feels well made and sturdy. Other than I can see it’s made in the Philippines I am unsure it’s history or technical information. Would be a nice addition to a collection.