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This is my latest pick up, a CQB Hawk from Guild Knives and Tools. I'm a big fan of smaller tools and weapons and the CQB hawk offers exactly that! Brad was absolutely great to do business with and goes by "Broe" on these forums. I was lucky to tag onto a larger order and Brad was more than willing to answer any question and request. He offers blade finishes in desert or woodland camo, or parkerized. Handles can be made of paracord wrap, G10 or micarta (I believe, I'm sure Brad will correct me if I'm wrong). Each tomahawk is numbered and stamped with his name - a nice touch expected from any artist!
Unfortunately my review won't be complete, nor as in depth as others, due to the lack of accessible wood and other objects to destroy here in Afghanistan (ironic, I know). I feel the Ops Center would have serious issues with me attacking sea cans, brick walls or any other items in their precious camp.
My first impression out of the box was utter happiness. A very compact hawk measuring 11" x 6 1/4" x 1/4", but with a good weight of 1.1lbs this tool is comfortable in the hand and would surely cause some damage to any obstacle. It came with a Kydex sheath which Brad said was Molle compatible but I'm still trying to figure out how; paracord might be the way to go. The biggest improvement I could see added to the sheath would be a flared opening for ease of inserting the hawk back in, otherwise it is a well constructed sheath with strong retention. The chisel pointed spike is not too intimidating as found on other hawks, but would get the job done. The pommel of the haft is tapered which could be used a pry bar if required to do so. The blade comes nearly razor sharp with a flared top and bearded bottom. The beard is not sharpened but could easily have an edge added with minimal work.
Specifications:
Size: 11" x 6 1/4" x 1/4"
Weight: 1.1 Lbs
Steel: 4140 (Rockwell runs 55 and a little under)
Now for some pics! I don't have a measuring tape so I've placed it next to my RMJ Shrike S13 for size comparison.
Excuse my shadow
Side by side with the S13 Shrike
Once I get back to Canada I'll let it destroy some things and I'll add pictures to this thread, and hopefully offer a more comprehensive review of this wonderful tool.
Unfortunately my review won't be complete, nor as in depth as others, due to the lack of accessible wood and other objects to destroy here in Afghanistan (ironic, I know). I feel the Ops Center would have serious issues with me attacking sea cans, brick walls or any other items in their precious camp.
My first impression out of the box was utter happiness. A very compact hawk measuring 11" x 6 1/4" x 1/4", but with a good weight of 1.1lbs this tool is comfortable in the hand and would surely cause some damage to any obstacle. It came with a Kydex sheath which Brad said was Molle compatible but I'm still trying to figure out how; paracord might be the way to go. The biggest improvement I could see added to the sheath would be a flared opening for ease of inserting the hawk back in, otherwise it is a well constructed sheath with strong retention. The chisel pointed spike is not too intimidating as found on other hawks, but would get the job done. The pommel of the haft is tapered which could be used a pry bar if required to do so. The blade comes nearly razor sharp with a flared top and bearded bottom. The beard is not sharpened but could easily have an edge added with minimal work.
Specifications:
Size: 11" x 6 1/4" x 1/4"
Weight: 1.1 Lbs
Steel: 4140 (Rockwell runs 55 and a little under)
Now for some pics! I don't have a measuring tape so I've placed it next to my RMJ Shrike S13 for size comparison.
Excuse my shadow
Side by side with the S13 Shrike
Once I get back to Canada I'll let it destroy some things and I'll add pictures to this thread, and hopefully offer a more comprehensive review of this wonderful tool.
