Mohawk Hunter, An American Bushcraft Knife

s7brad said:
My pics are no where close to yours buddy. those were taken with my blackberry. When I take the bigger pack I carried the mohawk crossdraw on the waistbelt. Usually around here its just a sling pack so knife carry isn't that much of an issue. Both models carry pretty close on the hip, at least with my love handles they do. lol
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Nothing wrong with those pics bro, awesome to be taken with a small camera. I like having a small knife attached to my shoulder strap but I think I want this one actually attached to me as part of the last line.
 
If I might ask, if you have sharpened the Mohawk, at what angle did you sharpen it?

You recently posted a very positive review of the Becker Companion. Would you be willing to compare and contrast the Companion vs the Mohawk Hunter?
 
knarfeng said:
If I might ask, if you have sharpened the Mohawk, at what angle did you sharpen it?

You recently posted a very positive review of the Becker Companion. Would you be willing to compare and contrast the Companion vs the Mohawk Hunter?
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I haven't sharpened the Mohawk Hunter yet, but haven't done much long term whittling with it either.

I have and like both, for different reasons. They do both have attributes I like in a woods knife. Both are 1095 hi-carbon steel. The lengths are very similar and both have saber grinds and tang extensions in a style I like that works well using the knife in chisel fashion. The Campanion has a wider blade and a higher grind. The BK-2 also has a thicker blade and a bigger handle, and so more bulk and weight. The thicker, wider blade and tang, and less pointy tip of the BK-2 means it definitely has the potential to be more durable in abuse and long term rough uses. The thinner, narrower blade, and smaller handle of the Mohawk Hunter means less weight but it does still have a good bit of unground area in the spine for strength, and the fine point is great for penetration. Both companies produce great heat treats so I expect them to be tough from previous experience with products from both companies. I'll try to post a couple of side by side pics tomorrow.
 
Looks like the saber ground 3/16 stock did ok. Looks like an improved, spear point version of a Cold Steel SRK.

A full flat grind would probably be efficient in use - I notice TOPS tend to like to make thicker, more durable blades.
 
GRIM 62 said:
Good review mist,your opinions are trustworthy!
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Thanks Grim, I'm glad you enjoy them.


Daniel L said:
Looks like the saber ground 3/16 stock did ok. Looks like an improved, spear point version of a Cold Steel SRK.

A full flat grind would probably be efficient in use - I notice TOPS tend to like to make thicker, more durable blades.
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It is a smaller knife than the SRK, and yes I like the beveled/swedged, modified, drop/spear point over the clip of the SRK and I have more faith in the durability of 1095 than I do AUS8 in really rough use.

A full flat grind would obviously be a better slicer, not necessarily more efficient in all use. While TOPS does make some full flat grinds, yes they do tend to go for durability and strength...that was the original thing that drew me to their knives to start with.
 
That's one of the best designs I've seen from TOPS for a good general purpose outdoors blade. Is the front part of the handle scales coated?
 
caine said:
what happen to the pics
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I have no idea. I just checked and they are still there in the album and that account has not exceeded bandwidth. I don't know what's going on, but I'll see what I can do about getting them back up.
 
This is really the only knife tops makes that I truly like. I have had mine for about 2 years and it is an awesome knife. Its a good blade shape, grind, and thickness for me to use it for a lot of different tasks around camp. Im glad this particular knife from tops is finally getting some more attention.
 
pyro777 said:
This is really the only knife tops makes that I truly like. I have had mine for about 2 years and it is an awesome knife. Its a good blade shape, grind, and thickness for me to use it for a lot of different tasks around camp. Im glad this particular knife from tops is finally getting some more attention.
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While TOPS does make several that I like, this one is indeed a great all-around design for camping, hunting, bushcraft, and survival applications. I can not believe I missed it until recently.
 
Yo Mist, a great review my friend. :thumbup: :cool: :thumbup:


That's a knife that was completely off my Radar.





Big Mike
 
ROBB said:
Great review, makes me want to get a Mohawk Hunter. :thumbup:
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Thanks Robb, for me...a guy who is really into the subject of bushcraft, but yet still hung up on the study of survival under disastrous conditions and really durable tools, it's damned near perfect.


Big Mike said:
Yo Mist, a great review my friend. :thumbup: :cool: :thumbup:


That's a knife that was completely off my Radar.





Big Mike
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Thanks Mike, glad you enjoyed it. I have poured over the TOPS site many times after being really pleased with the first ones. I had completely overlooked this one more than once. I am really glad I saw that piece on bushcraft knives in TK, or I may have kept missing it.
 
I would love to see an upclose comparison between the mh and an ontario shank or shiv as they "seem" to be a good bit the same in design.. Even down to a poor sheath from what I've heard! Anyway great review! I've been waiting to see one for this knife. Is it just me or would this knife be a way cooler kit if it had a leather sheath?
 
christian.seaman said:
I would love to see an upclose comparison between the mh and an ontario shank or shiv as they "seem" to be a good bit the same in design.. Even down to a poor sheath from what I've heard! Anyway great review! I've been waiting to see one for this knife. Is it just me or would this knife be a way cooler kit if it had a leather sheath?
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From what I can tell from pics the blade styles are quite similar, but I definitely like the pommel and sheath of the MH better, plus I think the thicker steel would be more durable in long term rough use.

I think the Mohawk Hunter would definitely look right at home in a leather dangler :thumbup:
 
This is the best review of a knife I have seen. You just can't beat actual photos of knives in action. Splendid stuff and excellent work by Mistwalker. I am off to buy a TOPS Mohawk now. By the way, what tree produces "fat wood"? Take care and have fun, Eddie Mason.
 
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