However, in an urban “get home” scenario, the spike brings a few pluses to the table. Jul 28, 2006. The real beauty of a tomahawk is that they are light enough to have around when you need it.The heart of the Estwing Tomahawk is it’s cutting head. Estwing Mods Discussion in 'Axe, Tomahawk, & Hatchet Forum' started by GLOCKCRAZZ, Sep 14, 2010. Wait a minute did Estwing actually make a full blown tactical tomahawk and put it out there in Home Depot’s everywhere?
The back side is more like a pickaxe, which can be great for tilling soil, pulling up rocks and roots, or breaking through glass in an emergency. The head is very thin, which is great for the blade. It would need a really good sharpening put onto the blade, but would definitely do the job. The nylon vinyl shock reduction grip does an excellent job of being comfy in the hand without being to soft.
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This is a delicate balance to strike and the Estwing Tomahawk does it perfectly.Weighing in a 1.8 pounds the Estwing Tomahawk is heavy enough to get the job done without being to heavy to carry.
Sep 14, 2010 #1. With that being said the spike on the Estwing Tomahawk does pry and dig with the best of them.The Estwing Tomahawk fills an interesting niche. As a weapon, of course, any strong steel shape-whether spike or hammer or 3 inch cutting edge- would be lethal.I do have fun with the spike and have recently added the Estwing Tomahawk to my car kit as an extraction tool.If you’re looking for a hammer head/chopping blade combo, Estwing makes an awesome roofing hammer. Mostly, this rests with its superior ability to get through barriers of moderate to substantial resistance (e.g., locked vehicles, non re-bar reinforced concrete walls, standard building walls, and whatever else I have failed to consider-short of thick steel. The head is very thin, which is great for the blade. My main uses for a tomahawk are around the backyard and while camping and the prying aspects just don’t come into play for me. The Estwing Tomahawk is a great example of modern design combining with traditional tools. Get the tomahawk you won’t be disappointed!I'm a 43 year old husband, father, life long outdoorsman, and have 20+ years experience in infrastructure construction. The Estwing Tomahawk has the same proven ergonomics as an Estwing hammer. Enjoy! This is a delicate balance to strike and the Estwing Tomahawk does it perfectly. 10 Gallon 5.5 HP Portable Gas-Powered Twin Stack Air Compressor with Honda GS 160 4-Stroke Engine For me a hammer head would serve me better.
I have used estwing roofing hatchets for years and they could easily play the role of camp hatchet and combat tomahawk. It definitely has a Aside from the tactical the tomahawk is light enough to fit in a Nice review–no doubt. I strive to bring you the best EDC Knife and Gear Reviews, Small Scale Homesteading, Common Sense Preparedness, and Dutch Oven Recipes. It came sufficientlyI’m always conflicted with about a spike on a tomahawk like the one the Estwing Tomahawk wears. Surprisingly the answer is,yes, on both counts! GLOCKCRAZZ. 34.
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The nylon vinyl shock reduction grip does an excellent job of being comfy in the hand without being to soft. While I understand your preference for the hammer head rather than the spike, and you certainly explained your reasons quite well, there is another side to that proverbial coin. Estwing manufactures nail hammers, axes, pry bars; outdoor, geological, roofing, bricklayer, drywall and specialty tools.
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In a rural environment, the Estwing would not be my first choice for a tool of this size and weight. With that being said, I’m definitely going to check out the new Estwing Tomahawk!Neat idea!
The Estwing Tomahawk has the same proven ergonomics as an Estwing hammer. 1,077.