Is this a solid TACTICAL Tomahawk? I have no intention of throwing it at trees - I need a weapon that'll cleave and crack Zombie skulls.
1731810
Yes, it's a real heffer. You can get some serious momentum behind it with a good swing. This is built as an extraction tool for hacking open cars or buildings, so I'm sure it could cleave through a zombie skull if it could cleave through a car door...
1731811
It is very solid. Heavier than most because it is one solid piece of metal. I love mine. A bunch of my friends now have one after testing mine.
1731812
Yes this is a good solid tactical weapon, it is a full tang solid hawk has a good weight and balance. This hawk is good for all extraction, emergency, survival and combat needs. Though you said you don't plan to through it it does perform well as a thrown weapon. Hope this helps, you may also look at the vtac hawk it is also a fine weapon and is used by our fighting forces.
657152
Its pretty heavy to use to hack thru bushes.I bought one for my son and I since we both loved the movie.but if I was going to buy a machete for use I would get a gerber or sog machete.
654435
I have a small piece of property and carry this with me in the woods. I have cut small branches, invasive vines, and thrown it ALOT with out any worries of it breaking or hurting the performance. So in summation, yes, it will definitely handle heavy abuse and throwing at log, trees, stumps, etc. I have hit the hilt and handle many many times without any permanent damage.
2154675
Most Zombies are slow and retarded. Sure, chainsaws are functional...(and fun) in this capacity, but they are heavy and cumbersome to wield. They also create quite a mess. I recommend swinging an aluminum bat. The Brooklyn Smasher found here http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-92BS-Brooklyn-Smasher/dp/B002D4IJ0Y/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid;=1432580322&sr;=8-4&keywords;=aluminum+bat is a fantastic option. Plus no gas and no embarrassing false starts.
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Yes, this is a true bushcraft axe! Check out my videos below:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUEMKmivQaMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WC1fhBP814https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dxoci8wZUUk
578135
I did not get any other weapon with it...but maybe you're getting some kind of promo deal...the tips are VERY sharp pointed and the thing is VERY heavy....its can be thrown...but my final thought on this weapon is that its better as a in hand, heavy duty, zombie killer.....practice on melons...the result is a fun mess....lol
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The short answer is no. (Just my opinion) hawks, hatchets, machetes, and using a hearty knife/baton technique, are all equally effective for camp chores. It's all a matter of preferences. I like the detachable head of the tomahawk, for ease of packing and the convenient hammer. The hatchet will chop just as easily too.
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It's solid. From SOG website: "The full tang runs out the back of the glass-reinforced handle and into a glass breaking point." The hollow survival knives are a gimmick. You need a solid knife so you can us it with a baton (large piece of wood, preferably dowel shaped) to split wood for kindling or other needs.
864028
Yes it is, on all counts. It looks small but it has enough weight to be effective, is extremely sharp and holds an edge well. I keep a hatchet for most of my small jobs for farm work but I keep the SOG in my camp/bug-out pack due to the smaller size. I have no reservations about using it in a survival situation. I will recommend using thick gloves or wrapping the handle in paracord for extended use as it isn't forgiving and doesn't completely cover the tang.
1160911
Bought this for my wife and 3 year old grandson for there Zombie collection, a military 50 cal is what I use for MY ammo, it is heavier but much more durable. This one is lighter and can stand a use of a three yea told with no damage but it depends on what you want it for!
1960630
Not a bushcraft knife, will maybe work for feather sticks but its a tactical knife.
1314648
For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths are not, however). They are great for digging small holes less than a foot down. For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths... » Read More For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths are not, however). They are great for digging small holes less than a foot down. « Show Less
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The wieght is good for throwing. But honestly I havent had much time to play with it. The Sog edition tomahawk is really good for throwing tho ;)
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With all due respect to Tomar's Ka-Bars, I'm not sure what it is about this knife that makes it less capable than the 16. Other than the thinner spine caused by the full-length swedge, that reviewers have said chews up batons quicker than other knives, it's proven itself to be as effective as an outdoors knife in the right hands and either of the other tweeners. Folks have pointed out the similarities between this knife and the early trade knives used in N. America. BTW, for similar purposes, some people even use the 17, which also seems to run counter to current bushcraft-y, hike-y, hunt-y trends. With all due respect to Tomar's Ka-Bars, I'm not sure what it is about this knife that makes it less capable than the 16. Other than the thinner spine caused by the full-length swedge, that reviewers have said chews up batons quicker than other knives, it's proven itself to be as effective as an outdoors knife in the right hands and either of the other tweeners. Folks have pointed out the similarities between this knife and the early trade knives used in N. America. BTW, for similar purposes, some people even use the 17, which also seems to run counter to current bushcraft-y, hike-y,... » Read More With all due respect to Tomar's Ka-Bars, I'm not sure what it is about this knife that makes it less capable than the 16. Other than the thinner spine caused by the full-length swedge, that reviewers have said chews up batons quicker than other knives, it's proven itself to be as effective as an outdoors knife in the right hands and either of the other tweeners. Folks have pointed out the similarities between this knife and the early trade knives used in N. America. BTW, for similar purposes, some people even use the 17, which also seems to run counter to current bushcraft-y, hike-y, hunt-y trends. « Show Less
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No, this is not a true full tang knife. It has a rat tail tang, meaning it extends the full length of the handle but not even close to the full width, significantly reducing the structural durability. Be warned, this is not a bushcraft knife. This is a combat knife. It was meant for combat, not chopping down trees and processing wood. If you put it through that, don't be surprised when (not if) it breaks. Excellent design for combat use though. I'd take it to Iraq, but not the woods.
510057
I have the Ontario and am familiar with the kukri.Both are better suited to combat applications.Get the Schrade series SCHF14,15,or 24.They all have 3.5 inch thick heavy duty blades and are easily kept sharp with a Lansky mini-crock stick.They are made in China,but the workmanship is surprising good,too good considering they are a our enemies,regardless what the pundits tell you.Used to be they put out junk, not now,I wonder if this excellent workmanship has spun off on their weapons of war?Scary!
2259423
I'm know expert- but I would say yes. It seems like a very solid knife, single piece of steel, well balanced, and has good weight to it. We throw it into the end of cut logs which make excellent targets.