Allan Foundry tomahawk?

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Anyone have experience with Allan Foundry hawks? There are a few models for sale at ragweedforge: http://ragweedforge.com/ThrowingCatalog.html

This is the one I'm looking at:
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It looks like the 410 stainless steel is mainly used for liners in folders. I'm not to worried about edge retention, mainly if it can hold up to the impact and stress from regular chopping.
 
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I don't own one yet, but have heard nothing but great things about Allan Foundry hawks and that bearded Norse hawk in particular. I also know that they disappear fast so I would suggest grabbing one now. They have not been available for at least the last several months and just showed up again at dealers this week.
 
I've got one of those. Great axe head. I desided to rehandle it with a sledge handle that was longer and a little thicker. The axe head has proved tough and heavy enough to cut down small trees, and light enough to limb felled trees with ease.

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The Viking bearded tomahawk by Allan Foundry is a cast tomahawk head, they do not hold an edge , but are fine for casual throwing. The blade edge is over the 4" rule for NMLRA or Mountain Man Rendezvous throwing competitions. They do fit well for SCA. If your looking for a quality & value tomahawk, www.fortturner.com , Their Buck tomahawk ( std. competition thrower ) is walking away with all the trophys at the Rendezvous I've been attending.
 
Thanks for the input. I'm not trying to keep it shaving sharp, but a good convex/axe edge that will chop and take a beating is what I'm looking for.
 
MRpink said:
Anyone have experience with Allan Foundry hawks? There are a few models for sale at ragweedforge: http://ragweedforge.com/ThrowingCatalog.html

This is the one I'm looking at:
23v.jpg


It looks like the 410 stainless steel is mainly used for liners in folders. I'm not to worried about edge retention, mainly if it can hold up to the impact and stress from regular chopping.
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I sure like the Style of this Allan Foundry Hawk, Even though It Is a Cast Hawk, If done right a Cast Hawk or an Axe Is Tough as Nail's ! I think for the price It would be a Good Buy and a Fun Hawk to Throw, Heck It only 45.00 Buck's I'm gonna try one out and put It to the Test and I'll Post a Review !
 
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