Is this "hawk" ok?

[longcruise]

Ok for throwing competition that is?

Seems I've heard it said that hawks have to meet

certain criteria for the throwing competitions. Suppose it may vary around the country but, for example, would it be acceptable at an NMLRA comp?

Reason I ask is I'm getting two of my grand sons hawks for Christmas and this one would be perfect for general camping use since it has a hammer head on one side. But, if they were to enter a throwing competition I'd want it to be approved for use there too.

 

[necchi]

I've been thinking about getting one myself as a general camp axe. They sure have a good sales pitch and reviews.
However, although someone would be able to learn to use it as a thrower it's got a lot going against it.
I'm pretty sure it's within the NMLRA rules, but it's long, heavy and kind of small along the cutting edge
4"s is max for the cutting edge rule, and guy's push that because it's a longer cutting edge for cards, a large throwing hawk goes 1 pound,,, the Trail Hawk is pushing 1.5#

This one is a damn good throwing hawk; http://www.trackofthewolf.com/Categories/PartDetail.aspx/473/3/TOMAHAWK-NR

 

[Ranger1759]

I've had one for several years now, and it's a great all around Hawk for throwing and camp work....

The only problem is on the opposite side of the hawk, that they don't show you is a Alan head set screw in the middle b/t the pole and blade, that is used to hold the handle in....the handle hole is not tapered like on H&B or other forged hawks and will not friction hold a replacement handle very well....

mines in the trailer right now...I'll try and get some photos on tomorrow....

ranger

 

[woodse guy]

The blade is thin. They use to make them a lot thicker. They looked like the forged them to save money they are now made over seas with cheaper metal. My brother has the same one but is older and doesn't have the allen set screw.

 

[necchi]

the handle hole is not tapered

I've seen some photo's out there where ya can see the set screw. I've threatened to do just that with some Hawks just to help hold the handle, but a little work with a fine rasp will get most hawk heads to stay put quite well.

FWIW, I mentioned earlier about weight.
I have not seen any difference in the weight of a hawk head when it comes to it's effectiveness as a good thrower.
Mouse hawks at 9oz
mid-range at 12oz
and full 16oz,,
All throw equally well by all but the very young (5-6-7) where ya wanna stay with the 9oz.
But heavy is heavy.

 

[Len Graves]

I have a trail hawk , and I use it for everything including throwing. The first thing I did was remove the black paint and replace the Allen screw with a brass screw which I peened over and it now looks like a brass medallion. The hawk has now taken on a nice patina. I have no problem using standard tapered handles ( after throwing for several years I have had many in it). The handle that came with it was too long so I shortened it. The blade takes a fair edge, but as stated is narrow and can be a slight disadvantage for cutting cards. This might just make you a better thrower. I like the poll and use it for driving stakes Etc.. Good luck with yours.

 

[longcruise]

They are in the 8 to 10 age range and will probably do better with the lighter weight mouse hawk. Think it will be the mouse.

 

[B.Habermehl]

I highly recommend the mouse hawks. My grandsons and i have been trying to wear out four of them for three or more years. We have replaced two handles so far. We have a block at home to practice. So they get thrown allot. BJH
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[Lt Frank]

I like that little polled hawk, where did you find that style at ?

 

[necchi]

It's made by Cold Steel and it's their Trail Hawk model

 

[Rifleman1776]

They are in the 8 to 10 age range and will probably do better with the lighter weight mouse hawk. Think it will be the mouse.

We bought one for our younger son before he was 5 years old. A kid that age just can't throw accurately or hard enough to stick a hawk. But, under the tutelage of old Cricket, he had fun trying. His older brother had an H&B Squaw hawk (they have renamed that model, dunno what it is called now :idunno: ) and being heavier is easier to stick. We still have them all 40 years later.

 

[ChrisLJ]

"His older brother had an H&B Squaw hawk ..."

That's probably called the Lady's Throwing Tomahawk now, more politically correct I would assume.
http://www.hbforge.com/products/tomahawks.php

 

[rustyh]

I have one but I use it as a camp tool only and keep it sharp for choping and have a separate hawk for throwing.

 

[Rifleman1776]

"His older brother had an H&B Squaw hawk ..."

That's probably called the Lady's Throwing Tomahawk now, more politically correct I would assume.
http://www.hbforge.com/products/tomahawks.php[/quote]

Real ladies don't throw hawks. :shocked2:
And, what would a squaw use? :wink:
:rotf: :rotf: :rotf:

 

[ChrisLJ]

"Real ladies don't throw hawks. And, what would a squaw use?"

I'd be willing to bet Cynthialee would. As for a squaw, they'd probably just throw your whole body. :grin:

 

[ChrisLJ]

Hey, woohoo! My 100th inane post and I gotta promotion.

Drinks are on me! :grin:

 

[longcruise]

Well, it's a done deal. Two mouse hawks ready to be wrapped for Christmas.

 

[necchi]

Hope ya got extra handles, :wink:

Not so much with the mouse hawk size, but I have seen handles snap with the very first throw!

And you'll need a Hawk Block Grandpa!!

 

[Julian Reynolds]

I have one of these Colt Steel 'hawks that I use as an 'everyday' tool, but I had to modify it to make it a little more aesthetically pleasing.

I took off all the paint and satin polished it, notched the blade and added a bit of filework. I altered the profile of the poll to make it 'flow' better and I also plugged and peened the grub screw hole (it's now almost invisible). And shortened, stained and oiled the haft.

I think it looks a whole lot better.....

 

[ChrisLJ]

That even looks better than a whole lot better. If they were smart they'd make 'em like that in the first place.