very good roach hawks are often overlooked in the bushcraft world, ideal for just as you said, loads lighter than any axe and perfectly capable for solo overnighters - i have a few cold steel items now & ill be honest, they are mega tuff for the price. been using them for 3 years nearly and not one issue. looking forward to seeing the blizzard bag - i love mine, saved my arse in -3c a few weeks back as i had no sleeping bag with me in the woods. loving the new vids mate
Always heard great things about the cold steel products so was very insightful to see the applications demonstrated in the video. Looking forward to seeing the other videos you have planned Roach ~Peace~
I’ve owned and used one of these for almost ten years. Aside from replacing the handle for a longer one, this is one of the best camping axes you’ll find on the market.
That was a nice Burl on that downed tree behind you... I have a CS Trail Hawk, I cut the handle down to 16" stained it and took the paint off the head and acid washed it in vinegar, they are great little tools... God Bless
I love my my pipe hawk. I got it for more decorative purposes I customized it to a native style hawk. Plus i did some wood burning and design carving on it. But the trail hawk,... the trail hawk is next on my list for actual filed purposes. I did sharpen my "Pipe" and tried it out and was surprised how good it was for the price. Good video!
Now I really need to get out and use mine.Just finished drying the stain and linseed oil.I also cut mine down to 18inches,drilled a lanyard hole and removed the screw and put a 90degr spine for a ferro rod if needed.Thanks Roach!!!
I agree. For people who are on foot, they're awesome tools. Big axes are better for larger construction tasks and getting in larger firewood for stoves and fireplaces but, if you're on foot in the wilds a hawk is hard to beat on return for calories expended carrying it. As always enjoyed your video. :)
I have the Pipe Hawk myself - it has a slightly bigger blade and a slightly bigger hammer poll than the Rifle Hawk. I find a C-Cell Maglite belt loop (the one with the plastic ring and leather loop) is a perfect way of carrying it on my belt round camp.
If you take out the set screw and down the handle to refit the head, it adds to the versatility. Also, you can take off the head and make a makeshift handle.
looks pretty handy, i tried a few axes in my kit, but found them cumbersome for the amount of use i was getting from them, so went back to the trusty old MoD survival knife, ... never thought about trying a tomahawk, ... cheers for the video, looking forward to the next one,
RDPproject Especially compared to trying to replicate a wedged design when you're cold wet and tired. You could come up with a workable handle for a hawk in a few minutes as opposed to having to burn the wood out of an axe head or hammer it out, then craft the handle.
Awesome vid...Love the way you demonstrate you don't need to carry the kitchen sink to have a great time in nature. Minimal is just as much fun... keep the great vids coming
Great video thank you for sharing. i like how simple these hawks are and the fact its easy to make the handles for them as you dont need wedges or pins to hold the hawk head on
Nice to see you back out in the woods Mike, looking forward to your next video with the bed. Will you be using the Hawk for that one also? as i would be interested to see how it would fair on other tasks. I carry a small axe for my day sack/overnighter, but i may be tempted with a hawk, if it performs with other jobs. Anyway thanks for the video. Atb Cheers Stuart.
You nailed it :) excellent little helper and so much fun. I cut my handle about 4" / 10cm - good balance. it's true that you get the performance out of the swing and speed with Tomahawks, but this one is so small anyways, it doesn't matter much. use it for smaller tasks and it really shines. ATB Markus
I have nearly all the hawks and cs axes. This is next the rifle mans is abit hardcore. You could use the trail boss instead. But this ans the pipe hawk are the ultimate survival for that one reason lightness. All bug out bags etc need to be light
kudos on properly holding the hawk. Most people grip it like a baseball bat or hammer in a fist, which reduces control and accuracy, The correct way is to put your thumb along the spine, more like you hold a golf club. That makes a huge difference and a lot of people don't know that.
Great review roach, I'm a big fan of my wildlife hatchet but in all honesty I mainly use it for carving , where as the trail hawk looks a really handy bit of kit, especially for fire prepping, I'm really enjoying the reviews , all the best ....Alv
love watching uk bushcrafters, I like the idea of a tomahawk as a small axe, I may have to invest in one! thanks for your review I expect the missus will roll her eyes when I order one!
I am afraid to buy the two-handed machete, and it arrives not sharp at all! That little Trail Hawk you are reviewing looks great! Thanks for the review!
I'm liking the look of the hawk but I've just bought the special forces shovel so hoping that can do my light wood processing. In fact I first saw it on your video. All the best Ranger
Another great video mike, I agree with yourself and funky it is highly overlooked bit of kit for bushcrafting, it is super versatile and very light, the cold steel trail hawk is very well priced and and of high quality as well ,I have one myself they are very easy to customise, Again Another great video mike Cheers
Always enjoy your videos, can't get enough of them to be honest. Please would you make a quick overview of your 24 hour pack you showed - breakdown the contents etc. Much appreciate Taffy
Good review, have seen a few others and they all seem to suggest the Trail Hawk is a good piece of kit, good thing about it is that if the handle breaks it pretty easy to make another from a branch. Nice to see you out and about Roach ATB
I have the Rifleman Hawk by Cold Steel. It is larger and heavier by about 1/3 over the trail hawk. I am more of a axe fan I got the Hawk for a version of a hatchet with a longer handle. To someone who is considering the purchase, I would suggest paying the slight extra expense and get the blade cover / sheath from Cold Steel unless you are handy with leather working to make your own cover.
Handy little hawk, If I was short for space or weight I would take just the head. I'm sure anyone could fashion there own handle. Another good review, I'm enjoying them. ATB, Steve...
looks very lightweight for an axe ideal for branches that might come down to make them into manageable handfuls the hammerhead looks very interesting many different uses for that tool interesting videos
Great video Roach! Had to laugh, thought I was the only one to process kindling with the hammer. gotta send this to my brother to show him other folk use it this way too. The trail hawk and my cold steel SRK are my light go tools. Keep up the good work Sir, atb John.
yes, that hawk is ok and fits a purpose, but a small question for you if you have time bro, If you where leaving your house for the last time and you only had to take 1 axe and 1 knife, what would these be? thanks for the vids and will meet you guys this year if you have another gathering, just getting my wheels sorted and trailer so lots to do this summer. thanks again..
Hi Martin, Your kinda moving the goal posts a bit so I'll move them back, The truck and trailer are always packed and I have a host of assorted tools already packed,saws, hammers, large nails,Axes, and Blades but my one Knife would be my own (The Roach) and my one axe would be a 3/4 length forest axe I bought at a local hardware store (Own brand) nothing fancy but heavy enough to fell a tree but not to heavy that I couldn't carry it be safe my friend and thanks for watching. Roach
***** hi roach, thanks for the mention by the way, my mum loved it lol, nice knife you got there bro. I have a bowie knife my brother brought back from Africa, been using it for 25 years and its gotten shorter over the years lol, but cant give it up, sentimental more than anything else, you have a good day today roach, cheers bro.
Very interesting video again roach ... very handy tool. Through the vid I couldn't stop thinking. .. How much you look like "Mac" (John McAleese)...lol Take care bud and keep up the great work
Nice one Roach cant wait for the next one, I just got the rifleman and frontier hawk watched a lot of reviews still could not decide so for my birthday i got both. What im thinking is packing the rifleman head in my pack and the frontier on me only one handle so if i need the bigger head just pop them on and off as needed took out the set screws already ATB Alan (aka BudgetBushcrafter)
I've got the trail hawks here, if your in the UK they are £30.00 delivered place your order via paypal at sanderson.michael@virginmedia.com and I'll post it out Monday (HaHa!!) sorry I'm all about solutions Atb mate stay safe. Roach
Hi Roach, thanks for sharing this review. Can an ex scaley back ask a question please? Im looking at buying this , cutting down the length of the handle to make a shorter hatchet. I notice with most of the cutting you do, your grip is further up the shaft. It would seem the handle is perhaps a little long in the first place for its intended use...?question, 1, what would your thoughts be, 2 Any problems with the head coming lose etc?kind regards, John...
I wouldn't cut the handle down mate, I'm holding it mid shaft because I'm close to the work, the handle length equals powerful swings or blows get yourself one and have a play it's a great tool mines still going strong stay safe. Roach
Will I have a question from an old video if I don't get an answer I guess it's okay what do you think of the trailhawk after 8 years do you still use it??
great review bud, done a good few axes and hatchets myself and like the look of this i like you would shorten the handle, its too much like a war axe with the long handle on, the war axe you showed the spear point was a similer type to some vietnam type axes the point used for opening fuel drums etc...oh and of course killing zombies :)
Great review Roach. I now live in Canberra down under and sadly the law here prohibits tomahawks as they are deemed to be designed to be thrown, but it's fine to carry my GB small forest axe which could be thrown(I never would) just as easily - go figure!! I'm from Essex and was a Met police officer for 15+ years but I'm completely bemused by those who draft our legislation both here and the UK.
Liking the goatee Roach! Great look. Love the field jacket and camo pattern too. Though I do have to ask as an American cousin... what the heck is Yorkshire Pork Sausage Casserole??
Pork Sausages made in yorkshire (It's a place) and a casserole a stew of mixed vegetables in a stock / gravy (Yummy) (HaHa!!) just the job be safe Sigg Atb. roach
I didnt comment on your folding pocket knife video because I enter in contests over seas. I dont want to skew the odds for those who live within reasonable postal freight rates areas.
Roach! What are your thoughts on wifi and mobile phones on the Human? I think it's the most damaging to the psyche. And it's delivered,Subscribed or not! As an ex Army Guy. You know they don't care about sheep. It's all body politik. ? I feel i can't sleep at night...Get wierd dreams because 300 wifi signals in my apt block!
very good roach
hawks are often overlooked in the bushcraft world, ideal for just as you said, loads lighter than any axe and perfectly capable for solo overnighters - i have a few cold steel items now & ill be honest, they are mega tuff for the price.
been using them for 3 years nearly and not one issue.
looking forward to seeing the blizzard bag - i love mine, saved my arse in -3c a few weeks back as i had no sleeping bag with me in the woods.
loving the new vids mate
thanks for showing the 4 pegs you hammered in to make the grill top for your fire. Ingenious.
Always heard great things about the cold steel products so was very insightful to see the applications demonstrated in the video. Looking forward to seeing the other videos you have planned Roach ~Peace~
Cheers Zed be safe my friend Atb. Roach
I’ve owned and used one of these for almost ten years. Aside from replacing the handle for a longer one, this is one of the best camping axes you’ll find on the market.
hi roach nice honest review and your enthusiasm is infectious all the best
That was a nice Burl on that downed tree behind you... I have a CS Trail Hawk, I cut the handle down to 16" stained it and took the paint off the head and acid washed it in vinegar, they are great little tools... God Bless
I love my my pipe hawk. I got it for more decorative purposes I customized it to a native style hawk. Plus i did some wood burning and design carving on it. But the trail hawk,... the trail hawk is next on my list for actual filed purposes. I did sharpen my "Pipe" and tried it out and was surprised how good it was for the price. Good video!
I own one and have used it for 3_4 years I love it it holds an edge very well
Great to see you out. Fantastic video as always. Thanks!
Now I really need to get out and use mine.Just finished drying the stain and linseed oil.I also cut mine down to 18inches,drilled a lanyard hole and removed the screw and put a 90degr spine for a ferro rod if needed.Thanks Roach!!!
They sound like great mod's Atb. Roach
I agree. For people who are on foot, they're awesome tools. Big axes are better for larger construction tasks and getting in larger firewood for stoves and fireplaces but, if you're on foot in the wilds a hawk is hard to beat on return for calories expended carrying it. As always enjoyed your video. :)
"Absolutely peachy" Love it. Awesome channel.ur a great video maker
I have the Pipe Hawk myself - it has a slightly bigger blade and a slightly bigger hammer poll than the Rifle Hawk. I find a C-Cell Maglite belt loop (the one with the plastic ring and leather loop) is a perfect way of carrying it on my belt round camp.
If you take out the set screw and down the handle to refit the head, it adds to the versatility. Also, you can take off the head and make a makeshift handle.
cracking little piece of kit, thanks for posting. Nick
Nice review of the Trail Hawk. I like seeing older guys (like me) out in the woods taking care of business. Thanks.
looks pretty handy, i tried a few axes in my kit, but found them cumbersome for the amount of use i was getting from them, so went back to the trusty old MoD survival knife, ... never thought about trying a tomahawk,
... cheers for the video, looking forward to the next one,
The good thing about these types of hatchets. If the handle brakes...its easy enough to make a new one when out in the woods.
RDPproject Especially compared to trying to replicate a wedged design when you're
cold wet and tired. You could come up with a workable handle for a hawk in a
few minutes as opposed to having to burn the wood out of an axe head or
hammer it out, then craft the handle.
Cracking ! Great to see you back out in the field,
Thanks Scott, Spring has sprung stay safe mate. R
your lucky to have the weather now, not quite sprung up here yet !
Awesome vid...Love the way you demonstrate you don't need to carry the kitchen sink to have a great time in nature. Minimal is just as much fun...
keep the great vids coming
Cheers Rob thanks for watching Atb. Roach
Great video thank you for sharing. i like how simple these hawks are and the fact its easy to make the handles for them as you dont need wedges or pins to hold the hawk head on
Good vid. Can the head be removed to carry in pack? Would like hawk that can take apart and reassemble.
Nicely done. I've just recently started using a hawk and find them just amazing tools for any camping scenario. Good stuff.
Another enjoyable video hopping to get trail hawk soon and look forward to having as much fun as you do ATB William.
Wow, man thats a great hawk. Mines coming in the mail!
Nice one Mr roach I have one I use to prep my wood for my gillie kettle. Great peace of kit. Great review regards marty
Cheers Marty enjoy your day Atb. Roach
Nice to see you back out in the woods Mike, looking forward to your next video with the bed. Will you be using the Hawk for that one also? as i would be interested to see how it would fair on other tasks. I carry a small axe for my day sack/overnighter, but i may be tempted with a hawk, if it performs with other jobs.
Anyway thanks for the video.
Atb Cheers Stuart.
Good to see you putting more videos up really enjoy them and look forward to seeing you in the next one atb Paul
Nice change of pace from Mr AC here and I have to say I approve, keep up the good work buddy :-)
That would be a great second cutting tool for a smaller person like my wife. I hope you get a lot of good years of service from the tool.
I agree completely! nice tool very handy...I have used one for several years now...regards...woods
by the way...nice set of web gear as well
You nailed it :) excellent little helper and so much fun. I cut my handle about 4" / 10cm - good balance. it's true that you get the performance out of the swing and speed with Tomahawks, but this one is so small anyways, it doesn't matter much. use it for smaller tasks and it really shines.
ATB Markus
I have nearly all the hawks and cs axes. This is next the rifle mans is abit hardcore. You could use the trail boss instead. But this ans the pipe hawk are the ultimate survival for that one reason lightness. All bug out bags etc need to be light
I have got the same one, a very good little Hawk.
Great little axe! Thanks for sharing Roach!
Thanks for the video. The Trail Hawk is my favorite, but are hard to get now. I'm glad I have two.
Well Done 2 is one and 1 is none lol )
kudos on properly holding the hawk. Most people grip it like a baseball bat or hammer in a fist, which reduces control and accuracy, The correct way is to put your thumb along the spine, more like you hold a golf club. That makes a huge difference and a lot of people don't know that.
Just a man playing with his tomahawk. :) Love it.
Great review roach, I'm a big fan of my wildlife hatchet but in all honesty I mainly use it for carving , where as the trail hawk looks a really handy bit of kit, especially for fire prepping,
I'm really enjoying the reviews , all the best ....Alv
Thanks for watching Alv Atb mate. R
love watching uk bushcrafters, I like the idea of a tomahawk as a small axe, I may have to invest in one! thanks for your review I expect the missus will roll her eyes when I order one!
Great little Axe Roach, ATB Jeff
I am afraid to buy the two-handed machete, and it arrives not sharp at all! That little Trail Hawk you are reviewing looks great! Thanks for the review!
I find the Trail Hawk, really great value, very useful bit of kit .
I'm liking the look of the hawk but I've just bought the special forces shovel so hoping that can do my light wood processing. In fact I first saw it on your video.
All the best
Ranger
A great tool be safe my friend Atb. Roach
Another great video mike, I agree with yourself and funky it is highly overlooked bit of kit for bushcrafting, it is super versatile and very light, the cold steel trail hawk is very well priced and and of high quality as well ,I have one myself they are very easy to customise,
Again Another great video mike
Cheers
Always enjoy your videos, can't get enough of them to be honest.
Please would you make a quick overview of your 24 hour pack you showed - breakdown the contents etc.
Much appreciate
Taffy
Hi Taffy of course I'll do it tomorrow Atb. Roach
***** Cheers Roach, I'll look forward to it.
Have a great day,
Taffy
Good review, have seen a few others and they all seem to suggest the Trail Hawk is a good piece of kit, good thing about it is that if the handle breaks it pretty easy to make another from a branch. Nice to see you out and about Roach ATB
Cheers Yorkie be safe Brother . R
I have the Rifleman Hawk by Cold Steel. It is larger and heavier by about 1/3 over the trail hawk. I am more of a axe fan I got the Hawk for a version of a hatchet with a longer handle. To someone who is considering the purchase, I would suggest paying the slight extra expense and get the blade cover / sheath from Cold Steel unless you are handy with leather working to make your own cover.
I was going to ask folks outside the UK to pay the postage (HaHa!!) Atb my friend. Roach
Great review on the Trail hawk I love mine. Looking forward to your next video. Thanks and stay safe. atb
Nice video I have the Cold Steel Pipe Hawk and really love it for camp tasks. Thanks for sharing atb John
Handy little hawk, If I was short for space or weight I would take just the head. I'm sure anyone could fashion there own handle. Another good review, I'm enjoying them.
ATB, Steve...
I'm sure you could always find space to take the lightweight standard handle with you.
looks very lightweight for an axe ideal for branches that might come down to make them into manageable handfuls the hammerhead looks very interesting many different uses for that tool interesting videos
That's what I thought, I was pleasantly surprised myself Atb. Roach
Great video Roach! Had to laugh, thought I was the only one to process kindling with the hammer. gotta send this to my brother to show him other folk use it this way too. The trail hawk and my cold steel SRK are my light go tools. Keep up the good work Sir, atb John.
Looks a nice bit of kit, agree with a shorter Handel, keep it up
thank's for the Review Roach.
Handy little tool that, good price too, cheers for showing us bud, will look into that, atb, Paul.
Nice tool. Used to see tomohawks from 60s and 70s of similar shape with a hammer at rear
Always a pleasure watching;)
yes, that hawk is ok and fits a purpose, but a small question for you if you have time bro, If you where leaving your house for the last time and you only had to take 1 axe and 1 knife, what would these be? thanks for the vids and will meet you guys this year if you have another gathering, just getting my wheels sorted and trailer so lots to do this summer. thanks again..
Hi Martin,
Your kinda moving the goal posts a bit so I'll move them back, The truck and trailer are always packed and I have a host of assorted tools already packed,saws, hammers, large nails,Axes, and Blades but my one Knife would be my own (The Roach) and my one axe would be a 3/4 length forest axe I bought at a local hardware store (Own brand) nothing fancy but heavy enough to fell a tree but not to heavy that I couldn't carry it be safe my friend and thanks for watching. Roach
(My one Knife) ua-cam.com/video/lLcTWmRvyy8/v-deo.html
***** hi roach, thanks for the mention by the way, my mum loved it lol, nice knife you got there bro. I have a bowie knife my brother brought back from Africa, been using it for 25 years and its gotten shorter over the years lol, but cant give it up, sentimental more than anything else, you have a good day today roach, cheers bro.
Have you come across the Cold Steel Viking Hand Axe?
I love my Rmj tactical Beserker tomahawk great video roach
Спасибо за обзор! Хороший топор. Уже заказал себе такой! С Новым годом и привет Вам из Русской Сибири! ))
Excellent work on the video mate
Great video Roach!
ATB
Andy
Crushing will only work on seasoned wood though, keep that in mind.
Love your vids Roach,always a good watch and looking forward to the next one.You cant beat an original ;-) Atb Q
Thanks Q be safe Brother. Roach
Very interesting video again roach ... very handy tool.
Through the vid I couldn't stop thinking. .. How much you look like "Mac" (John McAleese)...lol
Take care bud and keep up the great work
But not dead yet (HaHa!!) John got a little bit lost towards the End but a hero none the less Atb Tom stay safe. Roach
***** unfortunately he did but until then he had a life that only Hollywood can guess about..
It was your moustache, bergen and jacket... atb Tom
Thanks for a great video keep up the good work man and i´m looking forward to the next video.
Nice one Roach cant wait for the next one, I just got the rifleman and frontier hawk watched a lot of reviews still could not decide so for my birthday i got both.
What im thinking is packing the rifleman head in my pack and the frontier on me only one handle so if i need the bigger head just pop them on and off as needed took out the set screws already
ATB Alan (aka BudgetBushcrafter)
Thanks Roach now I want one of both! Lol. Great vid.
I've got the trail hawks here, if your in the UK they are £30.00 delivered place your order via paypal at sanderson.michael@virginmedia.com and I'll post it out Monday (HaHa!!) sorry I'm all about solutions Atb mate stay safe. Roach
Hi Roach, thanks for sharing this review. Can an ex scaley back ask a question please? Im looking at buying this , cutting down the length of the handle to make a shorter hatchet. I notice with most of the cutting you do, your grip is further up the shaft. It would seem the handle is perhaps a little long in the first place for its intended use...?question, 1, what would your thoughts be, 2 Any problems with the head coming lose etc?kind regards, John...
I wouldn't cut the handle down mate, I'm holding it mid shaft because I'm close to the work, the handle length equals powerful swings or blows get yourself one and have a play it's a great tool mines still going strong stay safe. Roach
armouredcockroach , thanks for the reply. Have a nice xmas. John, 41 sqd
Will I have a question from an old video if I don't get an answer I guess it's okay what do you think of the trailhawk after 8 years do you still use it??
It's a great tool, Light weight and efficient great for short stays Long stays take an axe Atb. Roach
@@armouredcockroach ok
great review bud, done a good few axes and hatchets myself and like the look of this i like you would shorten the handle, its too much like a war axe with the long handle on, the war axe you showed the spear point was a similer type to some vietnam type axes the point used for opening fuel drums etc...oh and of course killing zombies :)
Of course (HaHa!!) Atb Bear stay safe Brother. R
Great review Roach. I now live in Canberra down under and sadly the law here prohibits tomahawks as they are deemed to be designed to be thrown, but it's fine to carry my GB small forest axe which could be thrown(I never would) just as easily - go figure!! I'm from Essex and was a Met police officer for 15+ years but I'm completely bemused by those who draft our legislation both here and the UK.
You and me both Stay safe Colin and thanks for watching Atb. Roach
Bonjour Is it a good To split wood ?
Liking the goatee Roach! Great look. Love the field jacket and camo pattern too.
Though I do have to ask as an American cousin... what the heck is Yorkshire Pork Sausage Casserole??
Pork Sausages made in yorkshire (It's a place) and a casserole a stew of mixed vegetables in a stock / gravy (Yummy) (HaHa!!) just the job be safe Sigg Atb. roach
It is with the help of devine words of mindwiseman, yummmmmmmy lol
Guess I'll have to see if I can get some on this side to give it a try. sounds tasty.
Are you guys still set for a tour in the US later this spring?
Well I'm packed (HaHa!!) and can't wait Atb. Roach
is the steel hard enough or does it loose its sharpness fast?
+Nature Is Sacred
It's good I like it Atb. Roach
I didnt comment on your folding pocket knife video because I enter in contests over seas. I dont want to skew the odds for those who live within reasonable postal freight rates areas.
great video thanks for shareing
Roach! What are your thoughts on wifi and mobile phones on the Human?
I think it's the most damaging to the psyche. And it's delivered,Subscribed or not!
As an ex Army Guy. You know they don't care about sheep. It's all body politik. ?
I feel i can't sleep at night...Get wierd dreams because 300 wifi signals in my apt block!
I like the whiskers an the review.
(HaHa!!) I'm a Mexican Atb. Roach
Nice vid
nice video
cmon.. u could break those sticks with hands
malvin mallory
lol
Nice tool and good to see you out in the field again mate,,
Be safe.. Mack