An honest review of a very underrated item, that could save you money and weight on your back. No - its not handmade in Sweden....but does that matter? Watch to find out
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@nickgent38212 жыл бұрын
I have a trailhawk and love it. My favourite. I prefer a very light hawk to a small axe or hatchet any day any season. However I live the UK so never have the need to carry ANY axe or hawk. The biggest items I carry is an old Fiskers 6inch sliding saw, the black one, and a £4.50 hultafors craftsman knife. Together they weigh less than a Tesco sandwich. I just cant be doing with carting stuff around just for the sake of it.
@cactusbob20004 жыл бұрын
It should have been noted that the first thing to do is remove an throw away set screw. Next, carefully shave and sand top end of handle to perfectly fit the inside shape of head. This way it will seat nice and tight without scraping a notch. Love this tool for all of the reasons you mention plus throwing. Great video.
@Cociobladereviews5 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with the bit on people putting all sorts of stuff on the handles all that just gets in the way of the functions. Great video that made me order myself one today.
@gonagain5 жыл бұрын
I've had I've for years in my kit and have to agree. It holds a good edge too.
@OGFreedom17764 жыл бұрын
Another advantage if you’re less concerned about weight you could carry 2 tomahawk heads and one handle will work for them interchangeably (at least if you’re using cold steel or crkt) so you could have one for lighter jobs and one for heavy jobs like using either the trail hawk or frontier hawk along side the rifleman’s hawk
@arc3944 Жыл бұрын
This somehow never occurred to me. Thanks for the idea
@jamesdavid70993 жыл бұрын
Best hands on video for this tomahawk that I've seen....especially making a handle.
@albaoutdoors74626 жыл бұрын
Yes lots of benefits to using a tomahawk I use the Cold Steel Frontier hawk as my chopping tool larger blade than the trail hawk but doesn't have the pommel. Definitely an overlooked tool. Great video.
@scruff_uk6 жыл бұрын
Nice video Neil. Hawks, and similar weight light hatchets and axes, are far more practical for British woodcrafting and camping in my mind.
@jamesreck84765 жыл бұрын
I love finding a review of a tool that I already own and agree with. You've even made some of the same modifications to it that I did.
@garyhertswildcamper89584 жыл бұрын
Love my trail hawk, one of my best buys ever i reckon. I got mine from Tamerack outdoors.£33, Bargain! Big them up all day long. They do other versions as well, one slightly lighter without the hammer. But the Hammer one seems to be most popular. Good vid mate, you explained it very well.
@papuchu Жыл бұрын
i gifted mine a year ago to my oldest son cause he liked it, and i already have some nice axes and hatchets but i've just ordered a new one for me, it was a lot of fun and nice piece of gear. 😍
@bigyin27942 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thanks
@BourneOutside Жыл бұрын
Liking the look and price of that, Neil 😉👍🏼
@abf91Ай бұрын
Thank You for this very nice Review now i know i need a Cold steel trailhawk 😃👍Best wishes from Germany 🍀😉
@clarky44924 жыл бұрын
nice video, love cold steel hawks I own nearly all of them, the Crkt chogan is my favorite, It can be a weapon or a serious survival tool, its on par with a hatchet easily, you could take the head and sheath and folding saw to drop weight, been listening to horace kepharts book on here recently and brought a Broc Kephart in 3v , love hawks, I love this channel, brought all the tbs boar folders after watching your video, love the micarta green best
@tumbleweed66583 жыл бұрын
Best review so far I’m waiting for more mine to come in. I wish you had a school in Colorado I truly enjoy your channel your woods wisdom and tips and tricks are top notch.
@ceri1796 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree, had my hawk around four years.
@I_Am_Victor2 жыл бұрын
That's a good advice for carry worthy tool. Good presentation 😎👍
@rebelyell2741 Жыл бұрын
I’ve got the CRKT woods Kangee and shogun for heavier jobs and a bug out tool kit. The spike makes a great entry tool in urban environments. And wood tasks.I’m about to buy the cold steel trail hawk for weekend trips.
@starlingblack8142 жыл бұрын
Cold Steel Trail Hawk is a wonderful tool; thanks for the video.
@pnyarrow6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and information. ATB.
@BushCraftBums6 жыл бұрын
CS Hawk is a great yet often overlooked piece of kit! Yours looks awesome, Nice simple aesthetic mods. Well presented informative Vid! Thanks for sharing! Love your logo! ATB BCB
@greencraft47836 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. They are a god item that makes a lot of sense to carry when going light. Glad you like the logo too.
@cephasmcpher67peteroutdoorspip5 жыл бұрын
I too don't see an advantage to the handle wrap I like to be able to remove the head. I bought a CKRT Woods Chogan not because of quality but purely because the handle is round not tear drop shape making it much easier fashioning a handle on the go. Great video love your channel.
@KentSurvival6 жыл бұрын
Hi Neil, Ive been thinking of getting one of these for a while and I think you tipped me over the edge, very informative video mate
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
Did you get one Andy?
@MrSIXGUNZ6 жыл бұрын
Your amazing and I just subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing all of your videos!!! Blessings to you and your family 😇 🇺🇸
@longrider424 жыл бұрын
I have the Trail Hawk, have had it for years. Today I ordered its big brother the Riflemen's Hawk. Needed something with a bit more of a cutting edge. The Norse Hawk is also a good one. remove the head from the handle and you have an Ulu knife. Hope I spelled that right. Hawks are just plain down right good tools.
@T37912 Жыл бұрын
I completely agree.
@MTwoodsrunner4 жыл бұрын
You know it makes sense!!!....great review...woods
@jeffmacey6482 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@samsworldofrations69966 жыл бұрын
Nice piece of kit, multiple uses 👍
@Andy-19685 жыл бұрын
Another great video Neil, can't believe how good your channel is & that I'm only finding you now, I want one of those now 😁 👍
@tracykooken26064 жыл бұрын
well done amigo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@appak0015 жыл бұрын
Hey pal, would you be able to do a comparison video between your norland hatchet and tomahawk. I’m trying to decide between the two STYLES. They seem very similar in portability. I like all the advantages for the hawk you covered. i’d assume the weight of a hatchet head would mean you don’t need to accelerate it so much giving you more control caving and it may be better at removing stock. Cheers Neil .k x
@eliwilliams46864 жыл бұрын
Wow what an amazing video, keep doing your stuff man!
@greencraft47834 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eli! That is very kind. Have a look around at some of my other stuff, I'm sure you will enjoy it.
@niallwildwoode73735 жыл бұрын
I've ordered one from Knives and Tools to complement my GBx carpenter's axe. ColdSteel UK were useless to try and order from, as they kept adding an undeletable sharpening puck to the order....I wouldn't have minded if it were a freebee, but at over 8 quid, I'll stick to my Tormek and favourite field stones.
@matteotamberini21524 жыл бұрын
Loved it thanks 👍🏼
@ScoutManSteve4 жыл бұрын
Great video Neil 👍
@michalurbanful3 жыл бұрын
Great review!!! :)
@jameshultstrom9493 жыл бұрын
Used to be usarmy issue , thx much.
@davidgraemesmith19805 жыл бұрын
I've got both a trail hawk and the heavier riflemans hawk. Both have had the same treatment, paint removed from heads and mustard patina added, white hickory handles trimmed to match my size and sanded down to accept dark tea staining, hasn't worked as I hoped (going to try first leaching liquid from acorns, tannin stain)
@justsomeguywithaboomerang18912 жыл бұрын
Did the acorn stain work?
@davidgraemesmith19802 жыл бұрын
@@justsomeguywithaboomerang1891 Sort of worked, it took the bright pale hickory wood down to almost red oak colour (I ended up buying some black walnut hulls online and stained the wood an almost "tacticool" black, can't stand bright coloured wood in the woods and marshes)
@PossiblePouchPete6 жыл бұрын
Handy tools...the coating is horrible. The only fancy thing I did to mine was to fill the fixing hole with a large copper harness rivet filed flat inside and out, just because 🙂
@thatbeardedjedi66675 жыл бұрын
That is genius... any pic of that?
@stephen84334 ай бұрын
Subbed and thumbs up.
@stevelewis72633 жыл бұрын
I have a Trail Hawk, and when I got it the finish and sharpness was awful, but with very little work the edge can be honed to razor sharpness, and it is a fabulous all round light camp axe. The same can be said of the British MOD survival knife (which I also have), it's supplied blunt and looks as rough as hell, but with a bit of work it transforms into an unbreakable and very versatile yet under rated knife.
@bigyin27942 жыл бұрын
100% agree with MOD knife comment. I've taken off the top guard, shaped the handle, honed the blade and made a new sheath. It is an outstanding beast, lively chopper splitter and more than capable of finer work. Now I think it is going to have a new pal with a trail hawk.
@MrIdleknight6 жыл бұрын
I often take my CS trail hawk and a small saw for the same reasons.
@michalurbanful Жыл бұрын
PPS: I've just realized this hawk's head weights roughly the same as my GB Small (formerly Mini) hatchet. LOL.
@johnmutton7994 жыл бұрын
Norland axe. GB make the outdoor hatchet which is the same design.
@jacobcastro18853 жыл бұрын
I can't find elbow grease anywhere!
@4StonesHandcraft Жыл бұрын
Haha, it’s hard to find elbow grease because elbows are in short supply due to an explosion in global politician numbers. Some have tried knee grease instead but it’s awkward to use.
@michalurbanful Жыл бұрын
PS: Does someone make a tomahawk head the size and shape of a hatchet, that would be heavier and better for splitting (say GB Wildlife head style)?
@76aussieguy3 жыл бұрын
try throwing it, i cut about 3 inches off mine and shes good fun to throw
@marodriguezsr5 жыл бұрын
Hey I couldn't resist to subscribe, you got a cool & interesting channel. Take care & keep enjoying the great out of doors. - Marco
@tscotts96994 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the informational video. What's that knife in the intro?
@hikewithmike46734 жыл бұрын
I love using my tomahawk
@northernwoodsman6 жыл бұрын
Nice tool, but definitely does not compare/do the work a hatchet can do. I personally find there is not enough weight to the head. BUUUUT it looks cool, works for light tasks! :) Good video.
@greencraft47836 жыл бұрын
I agree, if I'm working out of a vehicle or at a base location then I have several axes I could use, but for backpacking and light use they are ideal. Thanks for your comment
@bobscar3273 жыл бұрын
Great, again.
@deanoboland11 ай бұрын
👍👍👍👍
@TRPufnStuf4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to know where you got the sheath for that trailhaek.
@greencraft47834 жыл бұрын
My brother made it. Contact him at : Info@greencraft.me.uk
@grizzlycountry10305 жыл бұрын
I like the crkt chogan version.
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
The Chogan wasn't around when I got this. It sells here for twice the price of the trail hawk, I know this works, so that's why I recommended it....all my review's are based on several years use.
@fyrebugg93543 жыл бұрын
@@greencraft4783 the chogan is a hell of alot heavier thank the trail hawk. Does big work fast but hefty.
@mattm50015 жыл бұрын
Can you throw it ? J/K, thanks for the video.
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
Yes you can. I shortened the handle on mine so it throws better.
@jre-13374 жыл бұрын
Oi you goh a loicense for tha' there edged weapon, cor blimey?
@mileskilvington45 Жыл бұрын
What knife is it?
@kevinschmith93792 жыл бұрын
Why did you cut the handle down so much?
@greencraft47832 жыл бұрын
It makes it more hatchet size, and more portable in a small daysack
@pascalmarti44036 жыл бұрын
Where did you get that sheath from? Or is it a diy? Wanted to do one for my hawk but i am so crappy at leatherworking.....
@greencraft47836 жыл бұрын
Hi Pascal - my brother made it for me. You can contact him at - leon@greencraft.me.uk
@vinniesdayoff39686 жыл бұрын
I always found tomahawks interesting. Does the head move when you chop? I enjoyed this!
@vinniesdayoff39686 жыл бұрын
Right. There's no hope for me so.
@vinniesdayoff39686 жыл бұрын
Pah! not for me! I shall bush craft a splint from sticks like a true outdoors warrior!
@vinniesdayoff39686 жыл бұрын
Hey no, I'm being serious. I have a bobble head.
@greencraft47836 жыл бұрын
Not really, but if it does you just tap it back tight - like a pick axe.
@vinniesdayoff39686 жыл бұрын
Thanks for getting back with that
@ΛυκαωνΒερμιου5 жыл бұрын
Hello, how do you achieve this colour in steel??
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
Leave it in vinegar for a couple of hours.
@patriceb265 жыл бұрын
Bonjour Is it good To split wood ?
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
It's not bad. For splitting kindling it's fine, if you have lots of wood to split have a look at my Hultafors Axes video.
@patriceb265 жыл бұрын
Ok merci 🤗👍
@ВиталийГолосенко-й1ю Жыл бұрын
Ниче не понятно но оч интересно)
@cjxdx06626 жыл бұрын
Hi
@greencraft47836 жыл бұрын
Hi Conor - all good?
@cjxdx06626 жыл бұрын
Yes
@cjxdx06626 жыл бұрын
You
@stevelewis72635 жыл бұрын
So leave the handle at home to save a mere 300g, then spend HOURS making a handle for the tomahawk, possibly from inferior wood, NAH I'll keep the handle with mine
@greencraft47835 жыл бұрын
No sense of adventure Steve ;0)
@SINESTERSERPENTSIXXX5 жыл бұрын
look at the cold steel viking ax friction fit and a bigger head that you can improvise a haft for. got one love it check it out for 30 dollars US