METAL ON A STICK

From David Crockett, to the Native Americans, to the Vikings and now in modern times, Axes, Tomahawks and Hatchets have been an important weapon and tool throughout history. Its an amazing tool and a very effective weapon for defense when used properly.

For hundreds of years the Hatchet, Axe and Tomahawk have been used and prized by most outdoors people as an invaluable tool. Used to cut, chop, hammer, hunt and defend with; these puppies do it all.

What's the difference between a Hatchet, Axe and Tomahawk? Well let's see. A Hatchet usually is a short small-handled axe with a blade on one end and a blunt hammer type end on the opposite side of the blade. An Axe can be short-handled but usually has a longer handle on it and can be double or single bladed and is primarily used for chopping wood or a common tool for fire fighters. The Tomahawk is primarily used as a fighting weapon and can be thrown. It's light-weight with a sharp edged blade or sharp edge all around the head with a sharp or blunt point on the opposite end.

Hatchet

                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Tomahawk

Axe

I was fascinated by the Hatchet and soon got one after reading Hatchet by Gary Paulsen when I was a kid. It's a fantastic survival scenario of a kid that is stranded in the woods after a plane crashed and all he has is himself and a hatchet he got as a gift. Great Story of wilderness survival.

So whatever be your choice Hatchet, Tomahawk or Axe. I would highly recommend getting one for your needs. My personal fav's are the CRKT Kangee T-Hawk (Columbia River Knife and Tool Company) and the Gerber Fiskars Hatchet. Use safety while using any sharp object and have fun out there.

Stay Informed, Stay Sharp and Stay On The Move.

I'm Oscar Mike