Hatchet is a good camping tool because it is small and light. You can use it to chop wood for a campfire, or to make shelter.
You can over sharpen an axe, but it's not recommended. Doing so can make the axe less effective and more difficult to use. It can also cause the axe to break more easily.
When looking for a good hatchet, you want to find one that is well-made and has a sharp blade. The blade should be made of high-quality steel and be able to hold an edge. The handle should be comfortable to hold and not too slippery. You also want to make sure the hatchet is the right size for your hand.
When choosing an axe, you need to consider the size of the tree you are felling, the weight of the axe and your own strength and size. If you are felling a large tree, you will need a larger axe. If you are felling a small tree, you can use a smaller axe. The weight of the axe is also important. If you are strong, you can use a heavier axe. If you are weaker, you will need a lighter axe. You also need to consider the length of the axe handle. If you are tall, you
4.8/5
Axe head made of black rubber
15.5" Black Rubber Training Axe
Axe handle made of black fiber glass
$234
This is the axe you want if you enjoy cosplay and need one. This is an extremely firm axe that will result in bruising if used frequently, so use it sparingly if you're a martial artist seeking for self-defense training equipment. But if you're searching for an axe that's ideal for sparring, this is a good instrument, just like with wooden swords.
4.6/5
HAMMER AXE EDGE AND PIERCING SPIKE: FastHawk tactical survival axe features a flat edge for hammering and a spike for piercing; a throwing axe first, but versatile to handle small wood chopping tasks
TOMAHAWK THROWING HATCHET WITH SHEATH: Light, fast, and agile tactical tomahawk snaps securely in its ballistic nylon sheath; competition throwing axe includes belt loop for 1.5-inch belts
SOG THROWING TOMAHAWKS WITH BITE: At 12.5 inches, these throwing hatchets and tomahawks are built to swing fast and true; these throwing axes feature a razor-sharp 420 stainless steel hatchet blade
SOG FOR LIFE: Take care of your SOG tomahawk throwing axe and we’ll take care of you; we gladly consider repairs and replacements for your properly maintained SOG FastHawk tomahawk hatchet
19 OUNCE TACTICAL TOMAHAWK: Lightweight yet heavy-duty, FastHawk throwing hatchets are superb backpacking, hiking and survival axes to add to your throwing axes set; tomahawk is designed with satin-polished 420 stainless steel
$234
I was concerned that if I bought it, I would break it, especially after reading those 1 and 2 star reviews, but I still decided to get it. When I eventually received this Tomahawk in the mail, I realized it would take a seriously, seriously, seriously horrible throw or just plain bad luck to break it. It doesn't take much strength to throw a Tomahawk. In fact, you need to be quite a distance away if you're throwing it very hard. Even as a novice, I am aware that tossing a tomahawk requires skill and that the amount of force you use depends on the distance. It has had a few bad tosses from me, but you wouldn't know it because there is not a single scratch, crack, or wear on it. It sticks when I'm on, and I've been tossing it at a rotting, old tree. It's really fulfilling! It does help that the blade is double-sided. If the handle continues its current track, I'll definitely be purchasing a few more of these guys in the future.UPDATE: On June 17, 2019, I penned a review of this specific Tomahawk. I should note that as of today, October 6, 2019, it is STILL IN ONE PIECE. There have been numerous throws over the course of about 4 months, and I'm not going to lie, the question "when am I going to really screw up, and will this Tomahawk snap when I do? It never did, though. It never happened, and I even entertained the idea that I would need to create a handle out of wood when it does so that I can remount the Blade/Tang. Those thoughts absolutely vanished after tossing for around two months. My confidence in the handle was quite strong, and it still is. It's time to back up my words by purchasing a few more of these Tomahawks.
4.6/5
SOG for life: Take care of your camp axes and hatchets and we’ll take care of you; we gladly consider repairs and replacements for your properly maintained SOG Camp Axe
STAINLESS STEEL CHOPPING AXE BLADE: Small forest axe, camping hatchet and backpacking hatchet features a 3.1-inch blade; small hatchet measures 11.5 inches in total length
WOOD HATCHET AND HAMMER AXE IN ONE: Wood chopping axe can also be used as a hammer axe; the hatchet is always ready for outdoor wood splitting, pounding tent stakes, and tinder breakdown
CAMPING HATCHET WITH SHEATH: This small axe and hiking hatchet is lightweight and easy to carry; hand axe with sheath is a portable outdoor tool featuring glass-reinforced nylon to safely protect the blade
LIGHTWEIGHT CAMPING AXES AND HATCHETS: This light but heavy duty camp hatchet and survival hatchet also serves as a handy backpacking axe; hand axe includes textured GRN handle for comfortable use
$234
The actual axe is excellent. Robust, balanced, and with a strong build. Small (6 inch) trees were easily chopped down, stakes were quickly driven into the ground, and staves' bark was hours-long scraped off. The "sheath," which is akin to the banana hammock to full-sized swim trunks, is the reason I gave it four instead of five stars. Completely useless There's no way to attach it to your belt. To remove off the blade is difficult. It solely serves to prevent items from tearing on the blade that you had to store in your pack because the sheath isn't belt-attachable. Purchase the axe, but make arrangements to have a genuine sheath constructed later.
4.6/5
SOG THROWING TOMAHAWKS WITH BITE: At 12.5 inches, these throwing hatchets and tomahawks are built to swing fast and true; these throwing axes feature a razor-sharp 420 stainless steel hatchet blade
SOG FOR LIFE: Take care of your SOG tomahawk throwing axe and we’ll take care of you; we gladly consider repairs and replacements for your properly maintained SOG FastHawk tomahawk hatchet
TOMAHAWK THROWING HATCHET WITH SHEATH: Light, fast, and agile tactical tomahawk snaps securely in its ballistic nylon sheath; competition throwing axe includes belt loop for 1.5-inch belts
HAMMER AXE EDGE AND PIERCING SPIKE: FastHawk tactical survival axe features a flat edge for hammering and a spike for piercing; a throwing axe first, but versatile to handle small wood chopping tasks
19 OUNCE TACTICAL TOMAHAWK: Lightweight yet heavy-duty, FastHawk throwing hatchets are superb backpacking, hiking and survival axes to add to your throwing axes set; tomahawk boasts a sleek black blade finish for added durability
$234
The larger SOG Tactical Tomahawk, which I've had for a while, is currently among my most-used woods tools. The bigger F01T Tactical Tomahawk is sturdy, keeps an excellent edge, and handles my heavy use (nearly daily) quite well. It was too heavy for me to justify using it as an everyday carry item with my gear. I desired something that was equally lovely but smaller, lighter, and more manageable to carry. Although the RMJ Kestrel is a fantastic fit for this need, its price of over $400 makes it difficult to justify. For the money, the SOG tomahawks offer excellent value.A significantly scaled-down variant of the larger one is the SOG F06-N Fast Hawk. When I opened the item, I was taken aback because it was smaller than I had anticipated. Everything was more compact. In addition to being shorter, the handle is also slimmer. The head is also smaller but slimmer. It appears that SOG maintained the overall balance by reducing all dimensions. Overall, the result is not only a tactical tomahawk that is shorter but also one that is significantly lighter. This makes it possible for very quick strikes for those looking for a Tactical Hawk. The rest of us who utilize hawks as tools benefit from lighter, more manageable tools that require less effort to use during the day. It is a nice compromise and makes limbing trees a breeze, despite the fact that the smaller head and lighter weight are not ideal for the heavy duty tree work that the larger version excels at. The speedier stroke partially, but not entirely, makes up for the lost weight. I enjoy it thus far.In my woods, I have been removing brush, dead trees, and other invasive vegetation. I have a lot of experience using the bigger SOG hawk in this way. I love it. I used this brand-new Fast Hawk today to see how it performed. Simply put, fantastic. If necessary, it could drop a tree with a diameter more than around 6 inches, but I wouldn't want to. It quickly eliminated smaller patches of scrub, sumac, and other invasive weeds like softwoods. Short, quick attacks fairly effortlessly remove the limbs with this new Fast Hawk, which I greatly appreciate. It is now lightweight and compact enough to be a part of my everyday equipment. It appeals to me greatly.I was curious about how this little one would fly because the bigger one throws very well. And it does it really well. I had to get used to the fast spin that the short length causes, but once I did, it was sinking and sticking in stumps with a satisfying thud. It throws just as well as the bigger version, yes. I'm not sure why you would need to do that, but occasionally it is entertaining to kill a few minutes. So that you can compare the two for yourself, I'll post some comparison images of the two.It comes highly recommended for the price. It is portable enough to accompany me hiking and stay with my gear. Even though it is smaller, it is still tough enough for real world use, it'll take it.
4.5/5
24 OUNCE TACTICAL AXES: Light yet heavy-duty, tactical throwing hatchet is a superb survival axe and fire rescue tool; throwing tomahawk boasts a sleek black blade finish for added durability
SOG FOR LIFE: Take care of your SOG tomahawk throwing axe and we’ll take care of you; we gladly consider repairs and replacements for your properly maintained SOG FastHawk tomahawk hatchet
HAMMER AXE EDGE AND PIERCING SPIKE: FastHawk tactical survival axe features a flat edge for hammering and a spike for piercing; an emergency kit tool first, but versatile to handle small wood chopping tasks
EMERGENCY AXE WITH SOG TOMAHAWK SHEATH: This woodsmen-meets-urban tactical tomahawk snaps securely in its ballistic nylon sheath; includes belt loop for 1.5-inch belts
SOG TACTICAL AXE WITH BITE: At 15.75 inches, these throwing hatchets and tomahawks are built to swing fast and true; these tomahawk throwing axes feature a razor-sharp 420 stainless steel hatchet blade
$234
I bought this tomahawk for the fun of having a throwing tomahawk as well as a little campfire and trekking axe.Given the pricing, which was $30, I'd say it was a good purchase.PROS:—The ridged hard plastic handle is comfortable to hold even when it's dirty or damp.The axehead's robust edge may be simply polished to provide a long-lasting, razor-sharp blade. (To fine-tune the edge, I used a Smith's pocket Pal that cost $10.)VERY little. The axe may be comfortably added to a hiking bag.—The back's rear spike is quite vicious and has a simple bite into very hard wood.CONS—This is a SMALL axe; don't use it to cut down trees, and despite my best efforts, a 24 in. diameter were essentially useless. I had great luck cutting up branches and firewood pieces that were under a foot in diameter, but heavy use on huge logs caused the axehead to become loose. Despite the handle being reinforced, the steel of the head extends approximately a third of the way down it, and I was able to remove the screws. The tomahawk could be ruined if you don't have the correct size screwdriver bit (a T10 bit worked well enough).The sheath is functional, but I wouldn't describe it as being particularly secure when you need it to be or particularly swift to draw when you'd like it to be. It features a vertical double-stitched strap that you can use to attach your belt, but in my experience, doing so made it challenging to re-sheath. I did not anticipate that from the photographs, but it DOES feature grommet holes along the top front and top rear borders of the sheath, allowing you to tie it to a backpack or wherever you'd like to secure it. These have been a mixed blessing because they provide you more freedom in where you secure it, but depending on how your bag is shaped, the tension on the sheath makes it challenging to remove the tomahawk. So here, some experimentation is necessary.—This past weekend while throwing it, I managed to chip the blade. The top edge of the axe blade is more vulnerable to injury because of its form, and if it hits a rock you might have chipped your otherwise. This also says more about my treatment as an owner than it does about the design of the axe.LAST THOUGHTSOverall, it did a good job. I have a few complaints with the sheath, but considering the cost, I can't really gripe. Find a different, stronger axe if you plan to use it frequently for wood cutting. However, you would be hard pushed to find a better value if you simply want a lightweight axe for light wood cutting or occasional hiking use with the benefits of having a throwing tomahawk than this. Finding T10 bits for your screwdriver is highly advised because the head may probably start to loosen over time. I'll probably wrap the handle in paracord to make it more comfortable.
4.4/5
FORGED IN ONE PIECE – The most durable, longest lasting striking tools available
GENUINE LEATHER GRIP – Hand sanded and lacquered for a durable yet comfortable finish
HEAVY DUTY SHEATH – Includes ballistic nylon sheath to protect hand sharpened cutting edge
OUTDOOR VERSITILITY – Perfect for chopping logs, small trees & branches or splitting firewood & kindling
MADE IN THE USA – Our tools are proudly crafted in Rockford, IL using the finest American steel
$234
I don't often write reviews, but this small treasure is deserving of one. This superb tool, which has been proudly crafted in the USA since 1923, has the same premium forging and tough leather handle as the one your granddad purchased. It can withstand years of harsh use if utilized and maintained properly. This review is based on a spare that I recently purchased from Amazon.Observations or suggestions include the following: I saw that one reviewer's hatchet handle was rotten. Oh, okay. These are manufactured with a glossy varnished finish on the handle and a very dry stacked leather grip. When it is brand-new, it appears great, but over time, the varnish will crack and peel, and the grip will soak up water like a sponge, destroying the leather. Therefore, savvy sportsmen have long admired that beautiful factory finish before sanding it off with a few sheets of 100-grit sandpaper. No point in scraping up the metal portion of the handle shaft, so mask it off. However, please round out the sharp edge of the metal washer at the handle's base to make it more comfortable to hold. When you're through sanding, the leather underneath will appear virtually white, so be sure to remove all of the varnish. Finishing with finer grades is not necessary; 100 grit is sufficient.Then grab a bottle of Fiebing's Neatsfoot Oil and rub it in (available on Amazon!). You will instantly notice light patches where the oil isn't soaking in if you didn't get all of the varnish off; stop and sand those off. You'll be surprised by how much oil that leather grip can soak up; my new one has already absorbed at least an ounce of oil and is continuing doing so. The objective is to totally saturate the leather grip, so it will take multiple applications over several days to do a thorough job. Just slather it on with a fingertip at first and then rub it in after a couple of days' worth of applications. While you're at it, put some on the tough leather sheath they provide you. Once the grip is well saturated, neatsfoot will give it a wonderful antique brown finish and a little sticky, non-slip feel, plus it will make the grip nearly weatherproof *forever*. My father and grandpa treated some hunting knives and an older Estwing hatchet in this way before I was born, which was a very long time ago. Although the grips have become black over time, the knives and hatchets are still in excellent condition considering how much weather they have endured.Then sharpen the blade using a Lansky "puck" dual grit sharpener (also on Amazon!). They start off dull and will only be as sharp as you can make them, perhaps out of concern for product liability, but they can be sharpened to a fine edge with a little work. Avoid chopping it into the ground, rocks, or anything else since it will take you several patient hours to sharpen the blade, and if you smack it on a rock, all of that work will be for nothing. Never let the blade touch anything other than the wood you're trying to cut.By holding a piece of wood that is 1-2' long and 2-3" in diameter, pointing one end away from you, and resting the other end parallel to the ground across a larger piece of wood, you may safely split kindling. Split the far end by slicing through it into the chopping block sideways, then twisting the hatchet and the wood skillfully to split it lengthwise (wearing a glove on your off-hand isn't a bad idea). Continue until you have enough kindling by using each half. Whatever you do, avoid trying to split a piece of firewood lengthwise while holding it on end like a lumberjack; you run the risk of losing a finger or cutting yourself.Guys, you should treat yourself to and learn how to use this tool! This is one of the very few things in this world that still maintains the high level of quality that it did 90 years ago.
4.1/5
ALL-IN-ONE BALLISTIC NYLON HATCHET SHEATH: Carry your throwing hatchet set in one convenient 3-pocket throwing hatchet sheath; secure each tomahawk throwing axe in the camping axe sheath with Velcro straps
10.75 INCH FULL-TANG CONSTRUCTION: Don’t buy flimsy axes and hatchets – they’re dangerous! This SOG tomahawk outdoor set is built to last and comes as sharp as any other SOG tactical tomahawk
3 STAINLESS STEEL THROWING TOMAHAWKS: Each hardcased black throwing hatchet in this throwing axe set features 1.75-inch full tang tactical hatchet blade; tomahawk pack model number: TH1001-CP
HROW AND STICK EASY: 25.4 oz. survival axe set is perfectly balanced for beginners or pros with superior grip and full-on fun right out of the box; these 8.4 oz. throwing axes feature removable paracord handles for your preferred grip/wrap
SOG FOR LIFE: Take care of your axes and hatchets and we’ll take care of you; we gladly consider repairs and replacements for your properly maintained SOG tomahawk throwing hatchets
$234
These are much lighter than I thought they would be. These don't have the slight heaviness I was anticipating. Having said that, they are in perfect health. You shouldn't anticipate utilizing them for any heavy or even a lot of light axe or hatchet work. But wow, are these enjoyable tosses! You'll be having a blast in no time if you watch a quick YouTube video on some tips and tactics for throwing things effectively. Aside from being lighter than I expected, these are quite well crafted. I've already given them a few hundred tosses, and so far there is absolutely no indication that they will fail. They come out of the box really sharp. Although the sheath should be much better, it does the job. The only little adjustment I made was to apply super glue to the parachord's knots since after just a few throws, all three began to come undone.Update: These are still fantastic a few months later. Although I haven't had to sharpen them yet, I will soon have to. It's still fun to throw. I firmly advise
4.1/5
Keeps you prepared on camping trips
Camp axe ideal for camping or backyard
Drop-forged carbon-steel axe head
Forged steel handle and nonslip grip
$234
You can use this camp ax if you need one.It's very reliable and sharp.It has a straight handle and a low price, and it should survive for many years. However, use caution when using it to avoid any tears.
3.9/5
american hickory handle
Handle: American Hickory
Hawk Length: 6"
Steel: Drop Forged 1055 Carbon
Overall Length: 22"
reenactors
Primary Edge: 3 1/4", Without Sheath
$234
I've had a Trail Hawk for a few years, and it's been a great little lightweight tool to carry into the woods for splitting lighter firewood in the summer when a full-sized axe is not necessary. The Frontier Hawk is a little lighter and better suited to removing brush and brambles out of your path than the TH with the short cutting edge because it has a somewhat longer cutting edge and no hammer poll. Both are reasonably solidly constructed but have a rough finish, which is acceptable given their price. For a better appearance, I took the paint off the head, deburred the interior edges, and blued the steel. The handles that come with these hawks are not the best and frequently need some adjustment to fit properly. The one I received from the TH had fairly good straight grain and minimal manufacturer damage. On the other hand, the one I received from the FH was terrible. There was a lot of runout, sideways grain, and severe damage where they shoved it onto the factory floor. I wish Cold Steel or the American Tomahawk Company would simply ship the tomahawk unassembled so users could attach the heads to the handles themselves to prevent damage at the factory. The set screw is a pointless feature on a tool like this. However, for $20 and change, I can't really gripe. The gouges in the top of the handle surrounding the head were so deep that, when I cleaned them up, there wasn't much wood left to hold the head on, so I will either have to create or buy a replacement. For this reason, I took away two stars from the rating.Current: 12/1/18 I've been using this tool all summer and am quite impressed with how powerful it is considering how little weight it has. I've learned to favor this 'hawk or a small machete over a hatchet, an axe, or even a "survival" knife during the milder months. A lanyard hole was bored, the handle was polished with linseed oil and beeswax, and I burned some tick marks into the handle to create a rudimentary woods ruler in the style of Bernard Mason. Additionally, I purchased a special kydex sheath for it. I slightly modified the handle so it will fit my ruck without protruding below the bottom. I even dismantled a deer carcass with it. The edge maintained its sharpness well and effortlessly cut through the bones of a deer like a hot knife through butter. It's not a hefty woodworking tool, but it works well enough to split wrist-thick kindling to start a fire and to take down and delimb saplings and other objects of the sort. Even if there isn't a hammer poll, you can still drive wooden or plastic tent stakes using the blunt end. You'll be alright as long as you don't use it as a framing hammer. Even with all the effort required to make it a great operating tool, it still represents a pretty good value for the money, therefore I gave it an extra star in my review. makes for an extremely effective and portable low-cost bushcraft system when combined with a folding saw and a CS Finn Wolf pocket puukko (or a Mora knife).
3.3/5
Head weight is 800 grams or 1.75 lbs
$234
If throwing ability is your only criterion, this axe won't let you down.This axe was delivered entirely unhoned. That isn't absolutely unheard of, but because the edge wasn't honed, I had to use a small belt sander to perfect it. I initially attempted to sharpen it with files, but I quickly ran out of patience due to the volume of material to be removed. Because it was difficult to sharpen and the edge hasn't yet rolled, the blade appears to be quite durable.I haven't used this axe that often, but I have at least a few hundred throws under my belt. I can regularly and accurately throw this because of the great weight and balance. They utilized two of the tube wedges to secure the head, so it is attached extremely firmly. People may be breaking handles even when the head hasn't moved.Compared to some of my other throwers, this axe doesn't stick as well. If the wood is dry and I throw at a target in the WATL method, the axe can still bounce off even after a direct impact. In contrast, my custom-made bearded axe, house axe, and Cold Steel Trail Hawk will all stick into any surface.I don't mind the varnish, but other folks don't. Given how tightly the head fits, I wouldn't want to replace the handle on this axe. I rarely break handles, so it shouldn't be a problem if you don't miss frequently.I bought this axe mostly so I could compete with an axe that definitely complies with rules. The white paint looks nice and appears to be fairly sturdy.
If your axe is sharp enough, you should be able to shave with it. If it's not sharp enough, you'll end up with a lot of hair on your face.
Most camp axes weigh between 2 and 4 pounds. The weight you want depends on how you plan to use the axe. If you need to chop a lot of wood, a heavier axe will be easier to use. If you only need to chop a few pieces of wood, a lighter axe will be easier to carry.
A camp axe should be sharp enough to easily split wood, but not so sharp that it's dangerous to use. A good rule of thumb is to sharpen the axe until the blade is about as sharp as a pencil.
There are pros and cons to both hatchets and axes, so it really depends on what you are looking for in a camping tool. If you need something smaller and more lightweight, then a hatchet is probably the better option. If you need something that can handle more heavy-duty jobs like chopping wood, then an axe is the better tool.
A heavier axe is better for splitting wood because it can generate more force. When you swing a heavier axe, the momentum is greater, so the axe can split the wood more easily.
It is better to have a sharp axe. A sharp axe is easier to control and is less likely to slip and cause injury.
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