Tomahawk

[Gunfixr]

I just finished ordering a new Tomahawk. I wasn't sure whether to put this here or in Weapons, but, realistically, a Tomahawk will likely be used 98% of the time as a tool, and perhaps 2% as a weapon.
Therefore, really, it's more of a tool than a weapon.
I already own one of these: http://www.americantomahawk.com/products/vtac.htm

I like it, but it is more of a weapon than a tool, excepting being a breaching tool. What I mean is it's not really practical as a "field tool". I want one that works as a field tool, but can be a weapon if needed.

So, having just sold a firearm, I am using the funds to get one of these: http://www.2hawks.net/tomahawks/warbeast-military-grade-tomahawk/

I'll probably sell the VTAC once I have the other.
As the sheaths offered are leather, I declined and will make a cordura one. I know, the "bushcrafter" says leather, but the "shtf prepper" says cordura for long term durability.

Yes, there will be pics, however, since they are handmade, I am not sure yet if it is in stock, or I will have to wait for it to be made.

[izzyscout21]

You sir, suck. I've been wanting one of those for a while.

[helomech]

That blade is beautiful.

[bacpacker]

That is one sweet hawk. Bookmarked it for future reference.

I have a cold steel hawk with a hammer poll. I like it pretty well, but it's crap compared to that one.

[Gunfixr]

Well, I looked around and finally decided that I would probably end up with only one hawk, so I decided not to settle for anything less than what I wanted. I've spent 3 months or more working to finally get it.

This is my first tapatalk post. A software upgrade finally makes it work.

[ak474u]

Good looking blade. There used to be a company back when I was in the scouts, that sold knife blades, hawks, all kinds of stuff that was pretty good quality in the mountain man genre of knives and tools. I can't for the life of me remember what the company was, but it was mail order, pre-Internet days.

[mitunnelrat]

Oh wow. That thing is gorgeous!

I want a new one myself, of similar price. Now I have to compare the two because I didn't see this one when I found it! Lol. Thanks Gf!

[Sniper-T]

the drool is running freely.

Beautiful... absolutely beautiful!

I can't wait to read a review!

[mitunnelrat]

I really am torn now. This has just been something I've kept in the back of my head, but that really is a pretty hawk. I'll just drop my initial find here for comparison ;) They both have desirable features.

http://www.jkhandmadeknives.com/apps/photos/photo?photoid=175243968

[Gunfixr]

I got an email most of a week ago now, 9 week wait. So, the review will be awhile coming. I am certain it will be worth it. Certainly better than the almost year wait for my can.

[Sniper-T]

the anticipation will kill me... good luck!!

[Grumpy Old Man]

I bookmarked the site for the woodsman hawk! GF, good find! I guarantee that if I get one from them i won't be playing a game of handles with it.

[ak474u]

I bookmarked the site for the woodsman hawk! GF, good find! I guarantee that if I get one from them i won't be playing a game of handles with it.

Grumpy! Where ya been?

[bacpacker]

Welcome back Grumpy

[Gunfixr]

Yeah, he has a lot of very nice hawks. I specifically wanted more of the curved Viking style blade, and the hammer poll, so that left one choice. There is a lighter, slightly smaller version, but it is without the hammer poll.
So, the Warbeast it is.

[Grumpy Old Man]

Grumpy! Where ya been?


Welcome back Grumpy

Life and health issues have gotten in the way. And I've just been plain busy, but I'm still here.

[greg48]

A very nice weapon/tool...

[apssbc]

Its been a while since I've been on here, been just a little busy. Its good to see its still the same awesome site. However I come back for the first time in a few months and I instantly will be spending money on a hawk...thanks :)

[Sniper-T]

welcome back! this site has caused me undue broke-ship... happily so!

[Grumpy Old Man]

GF Ya rat Bastige I had to order a woodsman! Thanks Bro!

[Gunfixr]

Why you're welcome.
Still waiting for mine.

[jamesneuen]

Good steel is worth it's weight in gold when you need it. As a curiosity how do you plan on sharpening it consistently? With that blunt of a blade I would assume just a good file a couple times a year with steady use, or do you plan on trying to keep it razor sharp?

[Gunfixr]

Well, it arrived today !!!!!
A week or maybe two before really expected, which I certainly don't mind.
I ordered it without the paracord wrapping, as I wanted to feel the handle as is before deciding whether it needed to be fatter or not. It has a nice feel to it, it only weighs about 1 1/2 lbs, so it's not real heavy at all.
Both the primary and secondary edges are quite sharp as delivered. The wood of the handle is hard enough I can only barely mark it with a fingernail.
Anyway, on to the pics.

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k31/Gunfixr/Hawk001_zpsbcd38a2f.jpg (http://s84.photobucket.com/user/Gunfixr/media/Hawk001_zpsbcd38a2f.jpg.html)
http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k31/Gunfixr/Hawk002_zpscc730521.jpg (http://s84.photobucket.com/user/Gunfixr/media/Hawk002_zpscc730521.jpg.html)
http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k31/Gunfixr/Hawk003_zps11b10fdd.jpg (http://s84.photobucket.com/user/Gunfixr/media/Hawk003_zps11b10fdd.jpg.html)
http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k31/Gunfixr/Hawk004_zps214c46ca.jpg (http://s84.photobucket.com/user/Gunfixr/media/Hawk004_zps214c46ca.jpg.html)
http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k31/Gunfixr/Hawk005_zps75911b96.jpg (http://s84.photobucket.com/user/Gunfixr/media/Hawk005_zps75911b96.jpg.html)

[Sniper-T]

Nice!

[bacpacker]

Sweet tool. Gladd it came early.

[izzyscout21]

that's absolutely sweet

[mitunnelrat]

Nice!

Truly a thing of beauty there.