Can you help me get started tomahawk throwing?

[Rev. Pete]

I'd like to take up tomahawk throwing. I guess I need to set up a "tossery range". I would appreciate it if the experienced members would point me in the right direction. I need help with such fundamental questions as these... What is the normal throwing distance? How much room will I need behind and to the sides of the target for safety. What do you use for a target? Is there a good instructional video to get? Thank you for your kind assistance.

p.s.: FWIW, I have an ATC Vietnam Tactical on order.
p.p.s: Are there any gathering places to throw tomahawks in the vicinity of Southern Virginia?

 

[MTF3]

Talk to Bobby Branton, Andy Prisco or Justin Gingrich.

Start off with about 14 feet and adjust from there for a single turn throw. Hawks are easy to throw and lots of fun.

 

[Brian C]

Rev, I find that the ATC Vietnam Tactical throws great for me from 12', which is about a full step closer to the target than I stand with most other hawks. I believe the shorter handles result in faster rotations. In any case, here are some links that you may want to check out:

How to Throw a Tomahawk -- very basic instructions

A Basic Manual on Tomahawk Throwing -- more detailed, illustrated, instructions from the American Mountain Men Association

Tomahawk Throwing -- good throwing insights including cautions against throwing too hard or adding wrist action

Good luck & have fun!

 

[Rev. Pete]

Gentlemen, thank you for your help. At the Blade show I got to see Bobby Branton's inspiring knife and tomahawk throwing demo. The links will get me started and I know where to go for additional help.