Combat_Wombat wrote:Anyone tried skinning with a tommahawk? I think even the apaches used knives for that one
WesleySnipes wrote:Hey buddy!
WesleySnipes wrote:Have a look at some reviews on YouTube and see if it would suit your needs! it really is a quality piece.
WesleySnipes wrote:The blades on knives are usually of a smaller angle then tomahawk blades to create a sharper edge, but one that wouldn't last and stay sharp under constant chopping etc. So while tomahawks are designed for long term hard use and edge retention they're not quite as sharp and most knives as the angles are larger creating a more solid edge.
bigfellascott wrote:What do you use these Tomahawks for? I've never found I've ever needed one.
Redwood wrote:bigfellascott wrote:What do you use these Tomahawks for? I've never found I've ever needed one.
Basically a multi tool for me.
I have this Gerber...
Chopping wood, hammering pegs, the pry-bar end is good too on softer wood and you can pull it apart instead of chopping which saves time.
I opted for the handle in the blade, but others work as a shovel for small fire pits too.
I'd never swap for a knife though. Always take one too.
Gregg wrote:WesleySnipes wrote:Hey buddy!
Awww, Wesley found a friend
bigfellascott wrote:What do you use these Tomahawks for? I've never found I've ever needed one.
scrolllock wrote:WesleySnipes wrote:The blades on knives are usually of a smaller angle then tomahawk blades to create a sharper edge, but one that wouldn't last and stay sharp under constant chopping etc. So while tomahawks are designed for long term hard use and edge retention they're not quite as sharp and most knives as the angles are larger creating a more solid edge.
That's the kind of stuff I'm tossing up between.
I know carrying a knife doesn't sound like much, but it all adds up.
If I went down this path it would be head-side for chopping, blade-side for cutting - no exceptions. Just gotta find the right bladed one...
WesleySnipes wrote:Yeah I agree, the CRKT works great in that way as the whole top and bottom also have blades so it's good for cutting, chopping etc. For example, when I'm cutting meat I'll use the top side and roll it whilst applying downwards pressure which seems to work fine for me.
scrolllock wrote:Cheers Wes.
I'm gunna have a look at the CRKT stuff.
scrolllock wrote:Cheers Wes.