Zenport GK03 Girdling Knife, 1/4-Inch,Cut

A beautifully constructed tool. It is sharp. I think I'll like it better once it dulls a bit so that the girdling causes a bit more damage so that the bark does not heal as quickly.

Product came in time.Unfortunately two spots on the blade was not sharpened properly.Once i sharpened it with a grinder it worked like a charm

Made the job of girdling my white sapote trees a lot easier. No complaints here.

Fast and easy to use. I often girdle Chinese Parasol trees and Mimosa trees and apply 25% glyphosate solution to the exposed xylem/phloem to prevent resprouting from the roots. Girdling trees creates standing dead trees that are a potential hazard or a future "blowdown" on a trail. I only use the method deeper in the woods, away from trails and frequented areas. I am always uncomfortable when I am working in an area with standing dead trees (dead falls).

Cuts but could be made to cut easier