Tomahawk for Self Defense?

[@Counselor77]

I have a S.O.G. tomahawk and I love it. I have a wrist lanyard at the end of the handle so I can retain it in an emergency. I'm with a Fire & Rescue squad and it makes an excellent breaching tool. I don't like mine razor sharp because the edge can be damaged easier. That's just my take on owning one of these great tools.

[@jerryfuller7615]

Thank you for your service and WELCOME HOME! Thanks, too, for the videos. I'll be watching more and more.

[@nomadicbushman2933]

Long story short. Dont fuck with NoStressMike..

[@journeyofsound9859]

Brilliant Mile really love your Vids mate they don't make em like you anymore keep on Rocking Brother

[@chriswalsh9366]

Mike is the real deal.

[@robertjones3091]

Yes a good walking cane for sure,no need to hide it.

[@Jaysann22]

It needs to be shorter. The longer the easier it will be easier an opponent will be able to take it from you. Once shorter you need to attach a leather lanyard to the end to prevent an opponent from taking it from you. Secondly, in the event you decide youd like to be well trained in throwing it as a projectile, the way its designed now would be very difficult to throw correctly and accurately. Tomahawks are short because it gives them a tactical advantage that way. I highly recommend you KZbin a Tomahawk combat expert out of Austria that has a channel called Sami Combat School and Tomahawks are one of his specialties. Check him out if you are truly that serious for carrying a tomahawk as a self defense weapon.

[@nostressmike]

You may be correct, I have never killed anyone which had died before my eyes with a tomahawk. I have had them used against me. This was my first tomahawk and my first attempt to learn to use the hawk that I got from another Marine that has killed with a tomahawk. Since making this video I have worked out, developed other handles and moves, and have had to pull it out numerous times for SD, but still haven't killed or injured anyone. I use to live in Guatemala. I have developed a total combat style based on my intense combat experience to the death with multiple individuals/engagements which were fully equipped or not. The handle length depends on the circumstances and the threat, I have a cane handle which converts into a hawk. Mike CQC with My Tomahawk counterterrormikemah.blogspot.com/2014/08/a-b-cs-for-close-quarters-combat-for-my.html Crapp Vietnam War Stories counterterrormikemah.blogspot.com/2011/11/learn-art-of-hoy-chi.html?zx=ce01f21f1208d217

[@coyoteannabis1192]

Alternatively, leave the handle long or replace with a pickaxe handle and use like a cane. They call them shepards axes. Back in the day, a shepard had a lot of reasons to carry a small axe, self defense being one of them. There are a number of east European traditional dances based off axe fighting techniques. Many cane fighting techniques can also be adapted to a shepard axe. A spiked tip on the end of a can may not kill a man, but it can make them think twice...

[@DivingDonut]

A really nice piece, the reach you get with this is amazing. Only thing I would miss would be a spike on top (like a halberd), but that would make carrying it harder. And the attack from the draw was really nice btw.

[@nostressmike]

The reach is what got my attention, here, I am faced with the possible machete and blade attacks. It is always hard for me to find humans to practice on. I will make more unlisted videos on this subject. I will make this unlisted in a few days. You can train but the proof is in the experience in which I hope I do not get. A spike on top would not work for me, I use my hawk as a cane and a stool when I am not getting use to its combat effectiveness. Mike

[@powerplay4real174]

Nice display Mike ,and a good way to keep the stress way.

[@ShowemRight]

Mike, I know you like Cold Steel, and I like them also, any experience either owning and using one, or hearing from others on the SOG Tomahawks?

[@nostressmike]

Showemright YTchannel I haven't heard anything. SOG is too pricey for me. Lol Mike

[@Counselor77]

I love my SOG tomahawk and I left my comment about it here.

[@algomez8563]

Cold Steel tomahawks are cheap the shafts sometimes don't fit quite well so maybe you will need to change it. The steel is good quality.

[@mrgasmask74]

I have the cold steel war hawk I put a hair popping sharp edge and I watch videos and I do self training with machetes and tomahawk the war hawk is hefty but sharp and tough Mike what's the best way to learn self defense I've always wondered that

[@nostressmike]

They have their place. I have videos on how to use all of them individually and/or together. 3 MM series has some also. Mike

[@not8upwthit]

The head needs to be redesigned to facilitate some type wooden cover to disguise as a cane. Perhaps that one could be disguised as such. That would certainly lend to the surprise factor in your own version of shock and awe. I believe a cane with just the hammer disguised could be devastating. Thanks for sharing Mike

[@nostressmike]

I can not show what I have done because this is the tool I am currently using. You have been keeping up with me, you know exactly how I work. Don't tell anyone. When I show my friends how it works for the first time they are scared and amazed. If I live through the first time I use it, it will become a primary weapon. I think it will work against firearms at a short distance, and multiple attackers for sure. I am learning to control it so well it surprises me. I use it in my morning exercise, which has put fun into my stretches. Mike

[@not8upwthit]

Find someone that trains with Kali sticks and work some simple drills with them. I believe even you'd be surprised at what it'd do for you. It's kinda like driving down the highway for a while and taking an exit and driving 30 miles an hour. It seems to slow things down for you cause even someone at an intermediate level can make those sticks a blur.

[@nostressmike]

Not8upwthit I've done stick fighting as a spot for a short time. I'm too old to play, that is why I like the lethal toys. I use muscle memory exercise to keep my body in shape and I do self-defense only.

[@anders1685]

Thanks

[@robert1621]

Vec (Mike at Equinox) is the real deal and makes great tools!

[@elliotneace]

Good upper hand twist Mike

[@nostressmike]

The light weight and size is very unique, but fits in to the style of my practice. I am not planning on fighting against another hawk. But I am planning on going against 6 plus and some may have firearms so I need to be quick. Mike

[@ShowemRight]

Also Mike, any vidz on using a Machete ?

[@HerbWalker]

Runs off with Mikes Hawk: Bring that BACK you Little Ba______!!! LOL Mike I got the M48 Hawk from United.

[@nostressmike]

That is a cool looking hawk and it looks painful. LOL Mike

[@WilliamTyndale1]

FlyingAxblade needs one of these to complete the arsenal.

[@nostressmike]

I'm not sold on it yet. Here, when I don't have a firearm I do use the hawk for self-defense. Time will tell, but it does look promising. Mentally I have never left Vietnam. I can't count the number of violent acts that has been dumped on me since Vietnam. Mike

[@WilliamTyndale1]

nostressmike There is a large part of me that says that my education in life could never be complete without taking a road trip with you. The other part tells me I have grown too earthbound and chicken-livered to hang with such a man. After being blessed by the good Lord with five young children I suppose it is now a moot point. But I always enjoy your vids. Great experience and insights shared. All with no stress!

[@nostressmike]

***** Since the assassination of wife and my country falling apart before my very eyes, it is better not to get too close to me. I am now a man on a mission. If we get a chance to meet face to face, take advantage of it. Mike

[@nostressmike]

FlyingAxblade mighty; long, light, fast, painful, useful, and it talks. So far (3 weeks of workout) I believe once I master its use, I should be able to hold my own against all forms of weapons and odds. Limited use to firearms at a distance in the day light. My uses will be and not limited to; close quarters combat, self-defense, motivation (for me and others), and a camp tool. Mike

[@nostressmike]

FlyingAxblade LOL - If you master it, it is a tool. If not it is a hobby. Many war tools I've attempted to master, I have many hobbies. I am making an unlisted video on how to make the hawk and other war tools talk. You can find it and others on my 3 Man Militia blog (I update it regularly) - counterterrormikemah.blogspot.com/2012/06/3-man-team-tactics.html?zx=ad780b79fbb3858 Mike

[@rodsofgod6863]

Bad ass grandpa ladies and gentlemen..

[@richardbutterfoss2353]

Thank you

[@zzzombiez]

Nice moves. I like those pauses - good for a lot of things. - Mike

[@nostressmike]

It is what I have not shown that makes my hawk uniquely valuable. I am certain I will master this tool. Thank you Mike, my hawk is much more than what I thought it would be. And the people that have seen me use it have been astonished to say the least. I have not found its limits. Mike

[@zzzombiez]

nostressmike Just keep your mind open, as always, and it'll get interesting right quick. Don't forget to consider the tube. Looking forward to your innovations. Thanks again. - Mike

[@nostressmike]

zzzombiez Watch for the review and update on my Tomahawk, it may be unlisted because of it abilities. Some knowledge and experience is to good to share with the public. Mike

[@zzzombiez]

nostressmike I agree. A class I just taught was prefaced with those same guidelines - I gave them a lot of info, but warned that there was a whole lot more to deal with that 1 or 2% of trouble. I hope I can find that video.- Mike

[@Keithphotorama]

Might be easier and cheaper to go to a local hardware store and buy a really good quality hammer.

[@nostressmike]

For some I am sure you are correct. Mike

[@pabloescobar-pr8rc]

nostressss mike fucked my shoulder up bck in '75 baddddd nearly for life stilll sufffering from it

[@nostressmike]

I guessing what you've been doing to fix it hasn't worked out. Mike

[@rugger1009]

Really - who is going to carry that thing around ?

[@nostressmike]

Use your imagination and think. AHTF at all levels. Mike

[@harolddekock9041]

This guy is fucking hilarious

[@intoeverything2023]

You should probably delete this.... You're just showing how quickly I/ anybody could separate you from that weapon.

[@nomadicbushman2933]

Go ahead. Take it from him.

[@HomeSkillit]

Lol

[@TexasRigged]

props to see you looking after yourself with personal protection at your age. I wouldn't mess with you haha

[@nostressmike]

TexasRigged I help people stay healthy and safe. Mike Crapy Vietnam War Stories counterterrormikemah.blogspot.com/2012/06/crappy-vietnam-war-stories.html A, B, C, of 3 Man Teams counterterrormikemah.blogspot.com/2012/06/3-man-team-tactics.html?zx=e570104c90754539

[@samson3733]

That won’t work in a real situation

[@nostressmike]

samson James please clarify. Mike

[@larryfazen6468]

one bok choy...two bok choy !

[@nickkirov2649]

Thanks, good in russia.

[@nostressmike]

Can you have a tomahawk in your car or carry it? Mike