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The TAD Winkler Hawk was made for the adventurer who prefers the backcountry over the backstreets. Based on the WK II Hunters Axe, we increased its overall size to enhance its utility in the field. Incorporating his experience working with the United States Army Special Forces and Naval Special Warfare teams, the TAD Winkler Hawk was made from the stock removal and heat treating process Daniel developed specifically from these military projects.
Features:
A tapered tang focuses weight on the head to increase the power of each strike. The fully contoured handle was designed to provide the operator two comfortable and secure grip positions: a high leverage grip at the handle base or close up at the head for fine control.
The swell at the pinky catch prevents you from losing the axe during a heavy swing.
The micarta handle is lighter than G10 and provides a more secure grip.
The 5160 carbon steel takes and holds an extremely fine edge with only minimum care.
The head features a Caswell treatment to prevent rust in a dark, matte finish.
The hammer pole provides extra flexibility for attacking the problem at hand, be it staking your tent or hammering nails for shelter.
One of the best sheaths weve ever come across, the open front, felt-lined Kydex scabbard is incredibly fast and quiet. It comes with rubber belt hangers that make it easy to carry in a variety of different positions.
Daniel Winkler's path towards becoming a bladesmith started with a love of American history and an attempt to authentically outfit himself with the equipment of an 18th century woodsman. His inspiration comes from that period, when a single piece of equipment meant sustenance and survival. Daniel has been fine tuning his craft and art for more than 20 years
The TAD Winkler Hawk was made for the adventurer who prefers the backcountry over the backstreets. Based on the WK II Hunters Axe, we increased its overall size to enhance its utility in the field. Incorporating his experience working with the United States Army Special Forces and Naval Special Warfare teams, the TAD Winkler Hawk was made from the stock removal and heat treating process Daniel developed specifically from these military projects.
Features:
A tapered tang focuses weight on the head to increase the power of each strike. The fully contoured handle was designed to provide the operator two comfortable and secure grip positions: a high leverage grip at the handle base or close up at the head for fine control.
The swell at the pinky catch prevents you from losing the axe during a heavy swing.
The micarta handle is lighter than G10 and provides a more secure grip.
The 5160 carbon steel takes and holds an extremely fine edge with only minimum care.
The head features a Caswell treatment to prevent rust in a dark, matte finish.
The hammer pole provides extra flexibility for attacking the problem at hand, be it staking your tent or hammering nails for shelter.
One of the best sheaths weve ever come across, the open front, felt-lined Kydex scabbard is incredibly fast and quiet. It comes with rubber belt hangers that make it easy to carry in a variety of different positions.
Daniel Winkler's path towards becoming a bladesmith started with a love of American history and an attempt to authentically outfit himself with the equipment of an 18th century woodsman. His inspiration comes from that period, when a single piece of equipment meant sustenance and survival. Daniel has been fine tuning his craft and art for more than 20 years
