Great video, Aaron! Your review made up my mind on a tomahawk versus an axe. Tomahawks are cool but for a backpacker/camper needs it's clearly a no-brainer. Mora products are superb and this small but efficient axe will be a welcomed addition to my bushcraft pack. I have a Mora Companion and it is my best friend in camp.
Say Heah Tim, I teamed my Mora Hatchet with my Mora 2000 for a perfect color match and they compliment each other very good. I also added my Bacho Laplander to make a great Lite Trio.,,.
I bought the Black Label yesterday for my "get home" bag...as you said, it really has only one purpose and that's for breaching/ defense. But of course, if you need to chop some wood for a fire it will do that too, just not as efficient. I enjoyed the review, great job.
The Tomahawk was invented as a multipurpose tool and weapon. It does ok as a tool for cutting tree limbs, but it is most excellent for a close-quarters impact weapon and a throwing weapon. I say the tomahawk is better suited as a weapon that the axe simply because it has a spike for penetrating skulls. I expect both can cut arm bones equally well.
Oh to have been Crash Johnson who has never needed a tactical spike. How blessed you must have been. You’ve probably never needed body armor or any tool of death. Only those who found it their duty and volunteered to do so found themselves needing it. You obviously are not one of those. This video is meant for a target audience. Move along to your Starbucks coffee reviews and such.
Dude that is like comparing apples and sausage. That Browning "Tactical" tomahawk, basically has very little if any camp use. Its a "Take to war" Tomahawk. As for the Mora one, very interest shape. I use the Rifleman's Hawk from Cold Steel. It is by fare a good small axe. 1055 carbon steel is a medium carbon steel at best. I think "High" carbon starts at 1075 ish. I could be wrong.
Nah. Sure, tomahawks aren't 100% as good as dedicated camping axes for chopping wood, but they do the job nicely. The Shock & Awe fits perfectly into a small backpack, and is a durable little bitch that has the added bonus of being a better self defence tool. It's short but very heavy for its small size, it cuts harder than you would expect it to. The spike has some interesting uses too, a hammer on the rear is useful aswell, but as you said it's apples and sausage, both are good for something (and I'm not talking about fighting).
@@alexearth4432 If you've never seen the Rifleman's Hawk by Cold Steel. I suggest you give it a look. Its been called the Magnum of Tomahawks by several people who have reviewed it. I love mine. Makes my camp hatchet look small.
@@longrider42 heard about it a lot. Praised by reviewers too. Seems way too long though. The shock 'n' awe is only 27cm and perfectly fits into a small backpack, that's why I went for it primarily. And availability in eastern Europe is questionable too.
@@alexearth4432 Well since the haft/handle is wood. trim it down to what ever size you like. I prefer a long handled axe/tomahawk. More leverage and power to your strike. I carry mine strapped to the outside of my pack. But each too their own. Have a good one.
Why not use a saw? Seems like both axes are slower to cut down trees For battoning I can use my knife But if I would buy an axe it would be the black label as it can work as an ice pick climbing tool and making holes in the ground for tent plugs etc, not to mention the molle attachement
+GeneralGiffel This one is built for tactical use by LE/MIL. There is also a larger one made by Black Label - here's a look at that one: th-cam.com/video/wdF5KN3Bad0/w-d-xo.html
No. There are much better breaching tools than a tom/hatchet available to LE/Mil. as far as using it as a weapon, firearms tend to be the choice of LE/Mil. A tomahawk might be fun for playing army in the woods with your friends, but it doesn't have a place in LE/Mil operations. That space/weight can be much better spent on extra rounds/first aid/food/water/socks etc.
I mean, seriously... can you picture a cop walking around with a tomahawk? Bahaha! Come on. That hawk looks neat and seems solidly built but it doesn't have any real application except as entertainment.
First time I've ever seen a hatchet batoned - I've thought for the last 50 some odd years batoning was a knife technique used in lieu of having the handle of a hatchet.
I know the Mora is or one of the Fiskars/Gerber axes or hatchets are effective tools for camping tasks and such, but I'd buy the Browning for the same reason I bought an SOG Voodoo Hawk.... with the intention of using it for breaching, for rescue, demolition or defense and if I'm being honest.... because they make me feel cool :)
I was kind of surprised with all of the experts in your comments sections. Lol..Lots of lumberjacks.. Thanks for the review.. I have been purchasing different tools for BOB purpose and the tomahawks were interesting for the multi use potential.. I am glad you use them in more than one application. I would like to see what would have happened to the Mora if you bashed the concrete block with the back of the axe head.. smash the handle and show how durable it is.. I have a little SOG that had a nice grind and could be used as well as a long knife for chopping.. I would like to see a hammer back TH vs a Spike back.. I know you get freebies sent to you, it is expensive to do these tests myself, so thanks...
I'm 60. When I was a kid and ran a trap line I allways carried a double bit axe and a schrade trapper knife. All you preppers , thats all you need. A good double bit axe is worth the weight.
A point head is predominantly used for breaking and entering door frames. If you were caught carrying this in the UK by the Police you would have a lot of explaining to do. The only persons I can see needing this are a burglar or a fireman/mountain rescue worker.
See I thought the UK would have a problem with you open carrying an axe anyway. The laws there are so screwed up. Too bad you guys don't have a second amendment like we do. Maybe then you could carry a pocket knife.
Say Heah Tim, What I noticed with that Brusletto is that it defenetly can replace a mid size knife when using a larger knife smaller size (around a 7 1/2" blade) I can see it used in that application. As far as Browning, I wish now I would of got the Green handle instead if orange, but I got the Browning Independence Fix Blade, It's one if my Fav's, it's made in the CM 154 Stainlrss and that blade hold's a very good edge retention which I can compare to a carbon blade in the 1095. The quality of Browning is good. But weight is the difference in most choppers. I have one Tomahawk well I have a e-card for practicing how to throw, it's a M-48 I think with sharp points all around the tomahawk, like I said a practice throwing hawk, But my serious 2Hawks Warbeast with three sharp edges not only bits deep, but it pulls out easy because of those sharp edges. I almost can compare it to my Hultafors Bruks 17" Agdor range Hatchet, seriously that hawk can chop. I like the fact it comes apart and I can use it as an Ulu if I needed to skin a small game, yet it's a lightweight that punches like a heavyweight. I like going lite, and I'm so happy it's getting warmer so I can go out and enjoy a hot cup of coffee on the open fire and a baked potato. I just now sent the check in and I pulled the trigger at BladeHQ. They attracted ne when I wanted to buy the Mora 510, then I also bought the Classic #1 in the 3.8+ " blade, Then they had a good price on the orange kit combo the 2000 and the hatchet. Although I liked the Olive Green better. So I called them and the real nice man explained that they got a good price on the orange as a set and that the Olive Green wasn't available in that price. But since I bought the other two knives and the set. That qualified ne to buy the Olive Green knives for only $5.00 less because the shipping would be free, so I ended up getting what I really wanted. I heard that the head on the Mora Hatchet extends several inches into the handle, That would be a great idea from having the hatchet head flying iff, can you tell what I'm talking about. Thanx in advance.
+EverydayTacticalVids haha I'm sorry I just couldn't help myself. But all joking aside I didn't take your channel name into consideration. I can see that this scenario is certainly applicable to a tactical or military use. I bet it would make a hell of a tool for a fireman.
I was impressed that the Tomahawk went through the cinder block so easily.. Some of the haters don't realize, some of us are thinking about small tools that could be carried in the case of emergency that can do more than one task.. A well sharpened TH can be a useful carry item..
@@bdubbleyou8567 it would be a handy tool for a firefighter, as it's somewhat modeled after a fire axe. When I did volunteer firefighting we also had haligen bars. They were a forced entry tool. To top that off we had a pole tool that had an upward spike (spear like) and a curved spike. We used that to tear down drywall (and other materials) to check walls and ceilings for hidden flames and hotspots. Basically the spike is a very handy tool in firefighting. So handy in fact, it was on many of our tools.
I see your point in comparing these two different tools head-to-head, but I wonder if someone would actually be inclined to carry a tomahawk in place of a good hatchet or axe in the woods. I can't imagine the thought process that would make you think that pointy skull-piercer (which really looks like a rock pick, more than anything) would be a useful camping tool. If you wanted to get the strength of the Browning with the better blade shape and even more usefulness than the Mora, I'd lean toward one of the Estwing hatchet/camp axes with the stacked leather handle. They're relatively light in weight, but with the all steel construction, are much stronger than the plastic-handled Mora and additionally have a flat, hammer face at the rear of the blade. I have one that I have had for about 45 years that is still going strong. You can't kill these things. But, to each his own.
Cold Steel wooden handle tomahawks are much better than either of these two in the video shown. CS also as of '16 now has full metal tang tomahawk & axe.
Whoozerdaddy agreed. I'm a boy scout and I have carried the estwing hatchet for years now and no problems with it. I carry a tomahawks too but that's just for fun.
Say Heah Tim, Yeah, I was looking for a Lite Trio for my Afternoon Delights a hot cup of coffee on the open fire and a baked potato, and I was able to make that Trio, I teamed up my Mora Hatchet with a Mora 2000 and a Bacho Laplander which I carry in a made up Haversack and it holds my cutting trio plus my other 5 C's. Yeah, you won't be able to build a cabin with it, but it's fun using and it's good, but I also substitute it for a heavy knife chopper, I like the weight. But I was just thinking after your reply. Come to think of it, I paid about the same price for my Estwing Double Bit Hatchet as I did for my Mora Hatchet. If your looking fore Lite. the Mora Hatchet is a good one, but if your looking for something heavier to chop with, because weight is important in chopping, then the Estwing Double Bit Hatchet is my choice. Infact I really like my Estwing Sportsman Hatchet, but since I got the double bit hatchet, the Sportsman is resting more..But I couldn't carry my Estwing Double Bit Hatchet and a Belt Knife plus a Saw in my Haversak like I can with my Lite Carry Trio. It all depends on what your intended purpose is.
You did a really good job on your review me personally I always go with a bearded axe when I'm camping but I'm asking does anyone know I thought a tomahawk had to have the ability to take the head off so you could use it as a knife or is that just a different type of tomahawk
The Mora is well described as efficient and great for the price, as is all of Mora's line. In fairness, however, it doesn't have an actual sheath but a leather blade protector. It can readily be attached to a pack with a pull release strap of paracord, leather, etc. and universal hatchet belt sheaths exist. I agree with you that the axe and a Mora black is a great, economy set for bushcraft and there is a lot you can't do other than clearing like a machete. They're cheap, too. As for the tomahawk... If you're living around a lot of coconuts then you can inflict all the shock and awe you want! It's the perfect tool to husk, drain and open a Coconut. Sink the blade in a stump, point up, it's a husking tool. Then puncture the monkey's mouth with the point and drink, then split his skull with the blade and eat! Seriously, though, this type tomahawk is a great self defense and emergency tool. The point will pierce heavy clothing and light armor well and the blade is self evident. If you want a tomahawk that leans more towards all-purpose and bushcraft savvy, check out the CRKT Kangee. A bit pricey but it's designed by Ryan Johnson of RMJ which makes military tomakawks, has multiple cutting edges, pierces as well and is fifty times more comfortable to use. The Browning is good for the price. Don't get me wrong. Just don't count out a tomahawk as a good bushcraft tool, if it's built right.
enjoying the videos 👍 you can't go wrong with mora , just look at the history of company. sometimes I confuse my desire for tacticool rather than tactical equipment I have estwing tomahawk & gransfors bruk axe. anything to do with wood the axe wins but for the fun of throwing etc the estwing is great & made in USA there are better techniques for processing wood with axe. batoning probably not the most effective way. have a look at ray mears processing wood.
My thoughts exactly. I feel that this gentleman's inexperience with axe handling discredits the review. Why would I give weight to a gear review by such a novice?
Yeah That's what I'm talking about, , , lite, compact, easy on person carry, with field knife and saw, I call it my Trio, I got the 2hawks Double Bit Hatchet, but with colder weather more wood processing I like the Warbeast by 2Hawks, I got the Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe even a House Axe I had Custom made, great to axe tap with a heavy head, it's a Iltis Oxhead on a 19" White Hickory Handle, again the shear weight blows apart medium size logs, a pleasure to axe tap with. But my Fav's Trio at this time of the year, where I can still scout an area out or look for fatwood, and a hot cup of coffee on the open fire, my Rodent 5, my Wicked Tough Saw, and my 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet mmmmmm mmmmmm mmmmmm awesome, as the weather gets colder, the bigger boys cone out, my Modde Rodent 6 which I had the blade thinned down and the top gaurd taken off, and my saw's get bigger too, but for on person carry even in the open possition the Wicked Tough Saw is hard to beat, it's tough as nails, not for speed but defenetly a tough saw. then my larger Silky or even the Bob's Buck Saw shines too, I believe using the right tool for the right job, and I've been doing this for a few 24's and I accumulated some good ones over the years, last 10-6 I hit the big 67, so Yeah, over the years I have a some nice gear to pick out what I need. I'm really looking forward to make some hot coffee on a open fire, it just doesn't get any better. Just incase you can't do the math, I'm plenty-one. Oh shoot I told you alreasy, Thanx for a good video, I like face-offs.
Unless you are fighting insurrectionists or the occasional juvenile black bear, the spike on the tomahawk has little practical value for camping or general survival. Having a "hammer" type feature on the back of the axe is far more practical for driving stakes or cracking nuts and will see far more utility than the spike.
I like the spike for digging and for climbing (you stick it into a steep hill of dirt to help yourself overcome it without sliding down, and pull yourself up and grab something above that you couldnt reach before). You can also get it stuck into a piece of wood and use the axe as a handle to carry the wood, havent tried myself.
The Mora is the worst ax I've ever tried, the problem is the ax blade is placed through the handle and it limits the ax much. There are many small axes in the same price range that are far better. Thanks
Not impressed with either of these as a light camp ax/hatchet. I've been using a $20 gerber - fiskars camp hatchet for years and I'm pretty confident that it spanks either of these in most practical camping applications.
Great video, Aaron! Your review made up my mind on a tomahawk versus an axe. Tomahawks are cool but for a backpacker/camper needs it's clearly a no-brainer. Mora products are superb and this small but efficient axe will be a welcomed addition to my bushcraft pack. I have a Mora Companion and it is my best friend in camp.
Two great products. Having at least one of them really is a must have. Thank you for sharing. Be safe.
Black Label for on the wall of teenage bedroom and Mora strapped to your backpack
Ha! Great comment!
I dig both products. You laid out the pros and cons very well. Thanks for the comparison!
Backside is bad on the tomahawk. Tentpegs?
Say Heah Tim, I teamed my Mora Hatchet with my Mora 2000 for a perfect color match and they compliment each other very good. I also added my Bacho Laplander to make a great Lite Trio.,,.
Nice - sounds like a nice set-up.
This or the CKRT black woods Chogan? Which would be better at wood processing?
The Chogan for chopping I'd say.
@@EverydayTacticalVids thank you!
I bought the Black Label yesterday for my "get home" bag...as you said, it really has only one purpose and that's for breaching/ defense. But of course, if you need to chop some wood for a fire it will do that too, just not as efficient. I enjoyed the review, great job.
Thanks for checking out the video. Yes it is definitely a solid multi tool when it needs to be used in that way.
How does the end not break in the cinder block
The Tomahawk was invented as a multipurpose tool and weapon.
It does ok as a tool for cutting tree limbs,
but it is most excellent for a close-quarters
impact weapon and a throwing weapon.
I say the tomahawk is better suited as a weapon that the axe
simply because it has a spike for penetrating skulls.
I expect both can cut arm bones equally well.
Thank you for the demo. You answered my questions so I subscribed.
+Steven Parsons Glad to hear it - welcome aboard.
Nice appreciate your timely videos
Thanks for checking it out.
Shock and Awe. I can't tell you how many times I've needed a tactical spike - because I never have.
come the day .!!
Well it's a good thing you haven't needed it..isn't it?
So you can tell, it is zero times, but you prefer to leave pseudo snarky comment. Even while you do not have to.
Oh to have been Crash Johnson who has never needed a tactical spike. How blessed you must have been. You’ve probably never needed body armor or any tool of death. Only those who found it their duty and volunteered to do so found themselves needing it. You obviously are not one of those. This video is meant for a target audience. Move along to your Starbucks coffee reviews and such.
I needed one a few times when I was a volunteer firefighter.
Dude that is like comparing apples and sausage. That Browning "Tactical" tomahawk, basically has very little if any camp use. Its a "Take to war" Tomahawk. As for the Mora one, very interest shape. I use the Rifleman's Hawk from Cold Steel. It is by fare a good small axe. 1055 carbon steel is a medium carbon steel at best. I think "High" carbon starts at 1075 ish. I could be wrong.
Nah. Sure, tomahawks aren't 100% as good as dedicated camping axes for chopping wood, but they do the job nicely. The Shock & Awe fits perfectly into a small backpack, and is a durable little bitch that has the added bonus of being a better self defence tool. It's short but very heavy for its small size, it cuts harder than you would expect it to.
The spike has some interesting uses too, a hammer on the rear is useful aswell, but as you said it's apples and sausage, both are good for something (and I'm not talking about fighting).
@@alexearth4432 If you've never seen the Rifleman's Hawk by Cold Steel. I suggest you give it a look. Its been called the Magnum of Tomahawks by several people who have reviewed it. I love mine. Makes my camp hatchet look small.
@@longrider42 heard about it a lot. Praised by reviewers too. Seems way too long though. The shock 'n' awe is only 27cm and perfectly fits into a small backpack, that's why I went for it primarily. And availability in eastern Europe is questionable too.
@@alexearth4432 Well since the haft/handle is wood. trim it down to what ever size you like. I prefer a long handled axe/tomahawk. More leverage and power to your strike. I carry mine strapped to the outside of my pack. But each too their own. Have a good one.
Why not use a saw?
Seems like both axes are slower to cut down trees
For battoning I can use my knife
But if I would buy an axe it would be the black label as it can work as an ice pick climbing tool and making holes in the ground for tent plugs etc, not to mention the molle attachement
Hello! can the tomahawk be used for military usage? or is there any better tomahawk?
+GeneralGiffel This one is built for tactical use by LE/MIL. There is also a larger one made by Black Label - here's a look at that one: th-cam.com/video/wdF5KN3Bad0/w-d-xo.html
No. There are much better breaching tools than a tom/hatchet available to LE/Mil. as far as using it as a weapon, firearms tend to be the choice of LE/Mil. A tomahawk might be fun for playing army in the woods with your friends, but it doesn't have a place in LE/Mil operations. That space/weight can be much better spent on extra rounds/first aid/food/water/socks etc.
I mean, seriously... can you picture a cop walking around with a tomahawk? Bahaha! Come on. That hawk looks neat and seems solidly built but it doesn't have any real application except as entertainment.
The Ontario knife specaxe is incredible.
could you make a playlist for your tomahawk and axe vids?
+dustin oty Here you go: th-cam.com/play/PLZr0ztEKpPwk8KaDx8fFkxFJhTy1865rm.html
Thanks you rock
First time I've ever seen a hatchet batoned - I've thought for the last 50 some odd years batoning was a knife technique used in lieu of having the handle of a hatchet.
Yeah, thought I'd mix it up - seemed to work.
I know the Mora is or one of the Fiskars/Gerber axes or hatchets are effective tools for camping tasks and such, but I'd buy the Browning for the same reason I bought an SOG Voodoo Hawk.... with the intention of using it for breaching, for rescue, demolition or defense and if I'm being honest.... because they make me feel cool :)
MasterK9Trainer totally agree lol, tacticool to sub zero and for no other reason it gets my vote lol.
Song at beginning?
I was kind of surprised with all of the experts in your comments sections. Lol..Lots of lumberjacks.. Thanks for the review.. I have been purchasing different tools for BOB purpose and the tomahawks were interesting for the multi use potential.. I am glad you use them in more than one application. I would like to see what would have happened to the Mora if you bashed the concrete block with the back of the axe head.. smash the handle and show how durable it is.. I have a little SOG that had a nice grind and could be used as well as a long knife for chopping.. I would like to see a hammer back TH vs a Spike back.. I know you get freebies sent to you, it is expensive to do these tests myself, so thanks...
to short the handle , better option is the cold steel pipe hawk
I'm 60. When I was a kid and ran a trap line I allways carried a double bit axe and a schrade trapper knife. All you preppers , thats all you need. A good double bit axe is worth the weight.
A point head is predominantly used for breaking and entering door frames. If you were caught carrying this in the UK by the Police you would have a lot of explaining to do. The only persons I can see needing this are a burglar or a fireman/mountain rescue worker.
See I thought the UK would have a problem with you open carrying an axe anyway. The laws there are so screwed up. Too bad you guys don't have a second amendment like we do. Maybe then you could carry a pocket knife.
Lived there. I prefer freedom. In the UK, the attacked goes to jail for defending against the attacker. Dumb.
I enjoyed the video and thought the comparison was a great idea. I agree the tomahawk would be a great addition to my get home bag.
Von Sprague thanks!
Say Heah Tim, What I noticed with that Brusletto is that it defenetly can replace a mid size knife when using a larger knife smaller size (around a 7 1/2" blade) I can see it used in that application. As far as Browning, I wish now I would of got the Green handle instead if orange, but I got the Browning Independence Fix Blade, It's one if my Fav's, it's made in the CM 154 Stainlrss and that blade hold's a very good edge retention which I can compare to a carbon blade in the 1095. The quality of Browning is good. But weight is the difference in most choppers. I have one Tomahawk well I have a e-card for practicing how to throw, it's a M-48 I think with sharp points all around the tomahawk, like I said a practice throwing hawk, But my serious 2Hawks Warbeast with three sharp edges not only bits deep, but it pulls out easy because of those sharp edges. I almost can compare it to my Hultafors Bruks 17" Agdor range Hatchet, seriously that hawk can chop. I like the fact it comes apart and I can use it as an Ulu if I needed to skin a small game, yet it's a lightweight that punches like a heavyweight. I like going lite, and I'm so happy it's getting warmer so I can go out and enjoy a hot cup of coffee on the open fire and a baked potato. I just now sent the check in and I pulled the trigger at BladeHQ. They attracted ne when I wanted to buy the Mora 510, then I also bought the Classic #1 in the 3.8+ " blade, Then they had a good price on the orange kit combo the 2000 and the hatchet. Although I liked the Olive Green better. So I called them and the real nice man explained that they got a good price on the orange as a set and that the Olive Green wasn't available in that price. But since I bought the other two knives and the set. That qualified ne to buy the Olive Green knives for only $5.00 less because the shipping would be free, so I ended up getting what I really wanted. I heard that the head on the Mora Hatchet extends several inches into the handle, That would be a great idea from having the hatchet head flying iff, can you tell what I'm talking about. Thanx in advance.
Great 👍 review brotha.
Thanks - this was a fun one to do.
Maybe I'll pick up one o those tomahawks just in case I ever need to bust up some cinder blocks in the woods on muh next camp trip
+Bdubbleyou Yeah - never know when you'll need to break up some cinder blocks.
+EverydayTacticalVids haha I'm sorry I just couldn't help myself. But all joking aside I didn't take your channel name into consideration. I can see that this scenario is certainly applicable to a tactical or military use. I bet it would make a hell of a tool for a fireman.
+Bdubbleyou Made me laugh - so thanks. I compared these 2 because many people think hawks are just for the woods.
I was impressed that the Tomahawk went through the cinder block so easily.. Some of the haters don't realize, some of us are thinking about small tools that could be carried in the case of emergency that can do more than one task.. A well sharpened TH can be a useful carry item..
@@bdubbleyou8567 it would be a handy tool for a firefighter, as it's somewhat modeled after a fire axe. When I did volunteer firefighting we also had haligen bars. They were a forced entry tool. To top that off we had a pole tool that had an upward spike (spear like) and a curved spike. We used that to tear down drywall (and other materials) to check walls and ceilings for hidden flames and hotspots.
Basically the spike is a very handy tool in firefighting. So handy in fact, it was on many of our tools.
I see your point in comparing these two different tools head-to-head, but I wonder if someone would actually be inclined to carry a tomahawk in place of a good hatchet or axe in the woods. I can't imagine the thought process that would make you think that pointy skull-piercer (which really looks like a rock pick, more than anything) would be a useful camping tool. If you wanted to get the strength of the Browning with the better blade shape and even more usefulness than the Mora, I'd lean toward one of the Estwing hatchet/camp axes with the stacked leather handle. They're relatively light in weight, but with the all steel construction, are much stronger than the plastic-handled Mora and additionally have a flat, hammer face at the rear of the blade. I have one that I have had for about 45 years that is still going strong. You can't kill these things. But, to each his own.
Cold Steel wooden handle tomahawks are much better than either of these two in the video shown. CS also as of '16 now has full metal tang tomahawk & axe.
Whoozerdaddy agreed. I'm a boy scout and I have carried the estwing hatchet for years now and no problems with it. I carry a tomahawks too but that's just for fun.
Say Heah Tim, Yeah, I was looking for a Lite Trio for my Afternoon Delights a hot cup of coffee on the open fire and a baked potato, and I was able to make that Trio, I teamed up my Mora Hatchet with a Mora 2000 and a Bacho Laplander which I carry in a made up Haversack and it holds my cutting trio plus my other 5 C's. Yeah, you won't be able to build a cabin with it, but it's fun using and it's good, but I also substitute it for a heavy knife chopper, I like the weight. But I was just thinking after your reply. Come to think of it, I paid about the same price for my Estwing Double Bit Hatchet as I did for my Mora Hatchet. If your looking fore Lite. the Mora Hatchet is a good one, but if your looking for something heavier to chop with, because weight is important in chopping, then the Estwing Double Bit Hatchet is my choice. Infact I really like my Estwing Sportsman Hatchet, but since I got the double bit hatchet, the Sportsman is resting more..But I couldn't carry my Estwing Double Bit Hatchet and a Belt Knife plus a Saw in my Haversak like I can with my Lite Carry Trio. It all depends on what your intended purpose is.
the mora looks like a fiskars with a paint job.
You did a really good job on your review me personally I always go with a bearded axe when I'm camping but I'm asking does anyone know I thought a tomahawk had to have the ability to take the head off so you could use it as a knife or is that just a different type of tomahawk
Yeah generally that's true. These tactical-type tomahawks are different for sure.
The Mora is well described as efficient and great for the price, as is all of Mora's line. In fairness, however, it doesn't have an actual sheath but a leather blade protector. It can readily be attached to a pack with a pull release strap of paracord, leather, etc. and universal hatchet belt sheaths exist. I agree with you that the axe and a Mora black is a great, economy set for bushcraft and there is a lot you can't do other than clearing like a machete. They're cheap, too.
As for the tomahawk...
If you're living around a lot of coconuts then you can inflict all the shock and awe you want! It's the perfect tool to husk, drain and open a Coconut. Sink the blade in a stump, point up, it's a husking tool. Then puncture the monkey's mouth with the point and drink, then split his skull with the blade and eat!
Seriously, though, this type tomahawk is a great self defense and emergency tool. The point will pierce heavy clothing and light armor well and the blade is self evident.
If you want a tomahawk that leans more towards all-purpose and bushcraft savvy, check out the CRKT Kangee. A bit pricey but it's designed by Ryan Johnson of RMJ which makes military tomakawks, has multiple cutting edges, pierces as well and is fifty times more comfortable to use. The Browning is good for the price. Don't get me wrong. Just don't count out a tomahawk as a good bushcraft tool, if it's built right.
enjoying the videos 👍
you can't go wrong with mora , just look at the history of company.
sometimes I confuse my desire for tacticool rather than tactical equipment
I have estwing tomahawk & gransfors bruk axe.
anything to do with wood the axe wins
but for the fun of throwing etc the estwing is great & made in USA
there are better techniques for processing wood with axe.
batoning probably not the most effective way.
have a look at ray mears processing wood.
My thoughts exactly. I feel that this gentleman's inexperience with axe handling discredits the review. Why would I give weight to a gear review by such a novice?
One looks good for throwing around
The other is a Mora
Yeah That's what I'm talking about, , , lite, compact, easy on person carry, with field knife and saw, I call it my Trio, I got the 2hawks Double Bit Hatchet, but with colder weather more wood processing I like the Warbeast by 2Hawks, I got the Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe even a House Axe I had Custom made, great to axe tap with a heavy head, it's a Iltis Oxhead on a 19" White Hickory Handle, again the shear weight blows apart medium size logs, a pleasure to axe tap with. But my Fav's Trio at this time of the year, where I can still scout an area out or look for fatwood, and a hot cup of coffee on the open fire, my Rodent 5, my Wicked Tough Saw, and my 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet mmmmmm mmmmmm mmmmmm awesome, as the weather gets colder, the bigger boys cone out, my Modde Rodent 6 which I had the blade thinned down and the top gaurd taken off, and my saw's get bigger too, but for on person carry even in the open possition the Wicked Tough Saw is hard to beat, it's tough as nails, not for speed but defenetly a tough saw. then my larger Silky or even the Bob's Buck Saw shines too, I believe using the right tool for the right job, and I've been doing this for a few 24's and I accumulated some good ones over the years, last 10-6 I hit the big 67, so Yeah, over the years I have a some nice gear to pick out what I need. I'm really looking forward to make some hot coffee on a open fire, it just doesn't get any better. Just incase you can't do the math, I'm plenty-one. Oh shoot I told you alreasy, Thanx for a good video, I like face-offs.
+paulie 4x Thanks for sharing - good stuff here.
Unless you are fighting insurrectionists or the occasional juvenile black bear, the spike on the tomahawk has little practical value for camping or general survival. Having a "hammer" type feature on the back of the axe is far more practical for driving stakes or cracking nuts and will see far more utility than the spike.
I like the spike for digging and for climbing (you stick it into a steep hill of dirt to help yourself overcome it without sliding down, and pull yourself up and grab something above that you couldnt reach before). You can also get it stuck into a piece of wood and use the axe as a handle to carry the wood, havent tried myself.
Cutting down a live tree? That’s bullshit
good video
The Mora is the worst ax I've ever tried, the problem is the ax blade is placed through the handle and it limits the ax much. There are many small axes in the same price range that are far better. Thanks
Let's compare a Corvette to a Stratus.
Your maple tree has cherry leaves.
You don't cut with a tomahawk and you don't throw an ax what the heck are you doing
SpecifiedSpoons how do cut with a tomahawk, their not only ment to be thrown
SpecifiedSpoons tomahawks are the Indian version of a multi tool. They needed both a weapon and an axe and this is what came out.
wood tool and weapon. that`s the difference.
Please look into some axe/hatchet techniques before doing any more axe/hatchet reviews
an expert .what a rare find .
Where is your expert demonstration video?
Not impressed with either of these as a light camp ax/hatchet. I've been using a $20 gerber - fiskars camp hatchet for years and I'm pretty confident that it spanks either of these in most practical camping applications.
I tried both the mora and the fiskars and the mora easily beat the fiskars any day
Tu ne coupe pas du bois mort, mais vivant avec du feuillage vert ...🤬
I prefer Fiskars X7 over them all day long. And that tomahawk is quite useless to me.
The Mora looks like the worst design imaginable.
Looks like a 3$ Halloween toy.
haha that damn music
Yup that shit made me wanna hit that boom box with the tactical tomahawk!!!😜
WoW , I could chop through that small tree faster with my Becker BK9 !! Really , no joke .
Do Americans wear gloves for EVERYTHING?
Nope only the ones that want to protect their hands from whatever they're doing.
Have to say this video was horrible. I actually cringed through most of it
Brian tim is a sad bald fat fuck.
You should learn the correct way to chop before making a video that can be seen by millions😯
Horrible video