Hello, everyone! I've visited the forums several times over the years for research and to read reviews, but this is my first time posting.
So my friend's 21st is coming up and I'm looking into getting him a "tactical" tomahawk as a gift. He's big into weapons (blades included) and he's always wanted to get his hands on a tomahawk. In addition, he's currently serving in the Army's 75th Ranger Regiment and has his second deployment scheduled in the coming months. He has already mentioned that once he's Tabbed, he'd be more than willing to carry a tomahawk with him on-target "just in case".
So here are the basic things I'm looking for in said tomahawk, in no particular order:
1.) Utility -- My friend isn't big into camping or anything like that, so he's not going to be clearing a bunch of brush or chopping wood anytime soon. However, if the hawk is sufficiently sharp and durable for basic cutting tasks, so much the better.
2.) Combat Use -- I realize the chances of the tomahawk being his last line of defense are exceedingly rare, but since a buddy of his has seen one used during room clearing firsthand, I'm not going to dismiss it offhand. I'm also considering things like breaching or digging a fighting position if the need ever arises.
3.) Throwing -- He's the kind of guy who gets a huge kick out of going out and hitting targets with throwing knives, slingshots, pellet guns, etc. He's really big into the former, so I know for a fact that he could get hours of amusement out of tossing a well-made tomahawk. For that reason, I'd definitely prefer a tomahawk that's decently balanced for this purpose.
4.) Price -- If I had the money, I'd go and buy him an RMJ Tactical tomahawk and call it a day. But cost is a factor, with my upper limit being in the realm of ~$100, give or take.
In addition, I'd like a tomahawk with a sheath capable of being mounted on most belts and/or MOLLE gear.
I've looked at several candidates and done some research. The LaGana VTAC is looking very promising, although I've also given thought to the Smith & Wesson E&E, SOG Fast Hawk/Tactical, as well as the BUDK M48.
Any recommendations, personal experience, and thoughts about these or other candidates would be much appreciated! Thanks guys.
So my friend's 21st is coming up and I'm looking into getting him a "tactical" tomahawk as a gift. He's big into weapons (blades included) and he's always wanted to get his hands on a tomahawk. In addition, he's currently serving in the Army's 75th Ranger Regiment and has his second deployment scheduled in the coming months. He has already mentioned that once he's Tabbed, he'd be more than willing to carry a tomahawk with him on-target "just in case".
So here are the basic things I'm looking for in said tomahawk, in no particular order:
1.) Utility -- My friend isn't big into camping or anything like that, so he's not going to be clearing a bunch of brush or chopping wood anytime soon. However, if the hawk is sufficiently sharp and durable for basic cutting tasks, so much the better.
2.) Combat Use -- I realize the chances of the tomahawk being his last line of defense are exceedingly rare, but since a buddy of his has seen one used during room clearing firsthand, I'm not going to dismiss it offhand. I'm also considering things like breaching or digging a fighting position if the need ever arises.
3.) Throwing -- He's the kind of guy who gets a huge kick out of going out and hitting targets with throwing knives, slingshots, pellet guns, etc. He's really big into the former, so I know for a fact that he could get hours of amusement out of tossing a well-made tomahawk. For that reason, I'd definitely prefer a tomahawk that's decently balanced for this purpose.
4.) Price -- If I had the money, I'd go and buy him an RMJ Tactical tomahawk and call it a day. But cost is a factor, with my upper limit being in the realm of ~$100, give or take.
In addition, I'd like a tomahawk with a sheath capable of being mounted on most belts and/or MOLLE gear.
I've looked at several candidates and done some research. The LaGana VTAC is looking very promising, although I've also given thought to the Smith & Wesson E&E, SOG Fast Hawk/Tactical, as well as the BUDK M48.
Any recommendations, personal experience, and thoughts about these or other candidates would be much appreciated! Thanks guys.
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