Stéphane V
Québec , Canada

Apr 08, 2015

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent quality

Very well made , nice handle This tomahawk Will make native american jealous . Knife center give a very good service :)

Robert Lee
GEORGIA USA

Aug 29, 2016

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

EFFICENT DESIGN AND SOLID TOOL

I have extensive experience at swinging steel in a wide variety of environments. I bought both hawks and use them weekly for cutting tree limbs, clearing and felling trees up to 10" in diameter at times in tree tops. Both hawks are well balanced and use them one handed with minimal effort at 57 years old. These hawks hold an edge and require little maintenance. The hawk design and symmetry are perfect for what I use them for.. The price is fair - and sheaths adequate for use. Mine don't spend much time in the sheath anyway. I prefer putting an edge on my tools as opposed to being shipped with an edge-as depending on the task, your edge will vary. Each hawk also would serve well as a close combat tool.

Jon M.
Stafford Virginia

Aug 01, 2014

Pros: Construction, Balance

Cons: None

great camp tool

This not a light weight hawk but a heavier version of a hawk that works like a small ax but since the head is easily removed it can be used to carve and process food. Nice finish. No need to strip it and blue it or force patina the head. Only downside is it does not come with a sheath.

Tom H
Illinois

Jun 03, 2018

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

When You Care Enough to Send the Very Best

As a wood processing tool, the CRKT Woods Chogan is just, alright. It will chop and split, but there are many axes/hatchets out there (Hults Bruk, Cold Steel, Condor Tool & Knife) with heads designed just for chopping wood that will perform better. I even found a nice Swiss Military Surplus Small Swiss Axe, for under $20, at KnifeCenter.com that I would wager would chop wood better by design. As a mid-18th century tactical weapon for close quarter combat in the forests of Northeastern United States, this ‘hawk really shines. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> I took it out in the back yard and put it through the paces. I chopped and split some well seasoned split white oak into kindling. I’d say it performed the tasks better than most of my tomahawks, but not as well as any of my axes and hatchets. If this is what you had, it will work. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Next, I threw it at, “Mack the Knife Throwing Target.” I never hit Mack, but I planted it in the tree behind the target on my third throw. Seems like a good throwing ‘hawk. I stopped before the neighbors called the police about the crazy man. The irritating thing is, that when it fails to lodge in a target, and grazes/bounces off, the head detaches from the handle, sometimes flying off dangerously. A friend who does 1812 re-enactment suggested wrapping fine copper wire under the head. That may do the trick. I’m sure there is a common cure; I’m just ignorant of it. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> I’ve seen the sheath available from CRKT for this thing. Do you really want to undo 3 snaps to get at your tomahawk? You can make a nice one strap quick release, drop-out-the-bottom, leather/copper rivet sheath (lazy man sheath, no stitching) using the black guard/packaging that comes with the Chogan, as a sheath liner. Cut off the bottom tabs, except the one holding the hammer end (this will be retention/pivot point). Trim back the front guard so blade can swing clear as it drops out with hammer in retention on pivot point/hammer shelf. Next, trim a notch in the plastic so a retention strap will hug the blade snugly at the heel (blade bit side, see axe anatomy), just forward of the handle. This is now the sheath liner, and the pattern for your leather. Add half of the depth of the ‘hawk, plus 5/8” for the rivets/contact cement to the outside dimension on 3 sides (not the bottom). Add ¾” forward of furthest ark of blade edge so it clears freely as it swings from retention (critical). Include 2 straps from front top, going around to the back for belt retention, and one strap from back, to front, for ‘hawk retention. I usually make cardboard pattern from cereal box, cut separate cardboard straps, and adjust, then tape them in place with ‘hawk inside the pattern. I used 24 line Pull-Dot snaps on the belt straps (won’t yield to belt pressure, only when straps pulled from bottom), and a regular 24 line snap for ‘hawk retention/quick release strap. Punch holes for rivets about every 1”- 1.5” on 3 sides. Contact cement liner to one side of leather (I riveted mine in 2 of the holes in liner for added security). Place hawk in liner, and contact cement edges of leather on 3 sides. Place two sides together, aligning punched holes. Set copper rivets, alternating hammer side, blade bit side, then do top edge rivets last. It’s a useful, ruggedly handsome sheath, with more bling than a rapper on a Las Vegas holiday. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Well, I can see I’m going to have fun quick drawing this ‘hawk, and playing Roger’s Rangers in the backyard, until the trip to the emergency room, when my wife takes it away from me. Don’t try this at home, kiddies.

Calvin
Brunswick Georgia, USA

Apr 13, 2017

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent tool, solid materials & decent craftsmanship

Excellent tomahawk by CRKT. Hickory handle, good high carbon steel blade holds a good working edge, stays sharp & functional hammerhead. Will definitely refer to friends...

Ccfree
3100 feet

Jan 05, 2018

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Slammed it into logs for hours

I been throwing this thing for a couple weeks. I gotta say it do put a dent in a log. Then after throwing hundreds of times it will still chop okay. Once you throw it for a while your gonna want to put an edge on before building a cabin. While I was at it I popped the head off and tried using it as a knife and as a splitting wedge worked pretty good as a wedge and okay as a knife or Uluu if that’s all you had. It comes with a kydex slip cover thingy which l put on it and slip it through my belt while walking around the property works good. Planning on making a 36” handle (i.e.tree limb) and seeing how it chops.

Jackson D.
South Louisiana

Apr 01, 2026

Pros: Balance, Construction, Handle Material, Head Material

Cons: None

Great Little Axe

This is a great woodsman's axe. It's small enough to carry all day but big and heavy enough to work hard. You won't be able to fell a live oak with it, but it is great at clearing saplings or young trees when clearing land. The hammer is more useful than I thought it would be. I love the axe. The handle is strong, the head is fixed tightly, and it comes very sharp right out of the box. Easy to handle with one or both hands. Highly recommend.

Mr
San diego

Aug 11, 2014

Pros: Construction, Handle Material, Balance

Cons: None

Great weight. Seated well, better than expected. Should prove to be a solid camp axe.

Calvin
Brunswick Georgia, USA

Apr 13, 2017

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent tool, solid materials & decent craftsmanship

Excellent tomahawk by CRKT. Hickory handily, good high carbon steel blade & hammerhead. Will definitely refer to friends...

Mikefromphilly
Philadelphia Burbs

May 11, 2021

Pros: None

Cons: None

Very Funtional but a Little Heavy

The quality and fit and finish on my CRKT T-Hawk was excellent and it was reasonably sharp out of the box, although I touched it up with a fine belt on a Worksharp to put a little extra edge on it. It sharpened well and held its edge after some hard use. Hammer is also very functional. It is a false edge on the underside of the blade and would take some real grinding to sharpen it. However, I do have a critique because this is way too heavy to be a "tomahawk." Obviously, it is shaped like a tomahawk, but at 2+ pounds, it swings, chops and splits like an axe. I think of a tomahawk as light and fast and this is definitionally neither. If you want an axe that looks like a tomahawk, this is a good choice, but if you want a tradition light and fast tool, get something below 1.5 pounds, like most of the Cold Steel line of tomahawks.

Stitch
Grand Island, Nebraska

Aug 09, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Solid Tool

I just received this model, and haven't had it out chopping yet, but have no doubt it will handle most chopping jobs with ease. Pull this unit out during a fight, and unless the dorfs have a gun, they will turn tail and beat it out of sight! Larger overall than I had imagined from the picture - I will have to pump some iron to be able to swing this baby with ease. As is, it's built like a tank, and still has the appearance of the old tomahawk styles the Indians used.

Jim C
South Carolina

Aug 20, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Really Good Chopper!

Really cuts well. I had been using a Gerber hatchet and this is much better for chopping. I know that some of the reason is heaver weight so there are trade offs. Great shape head for chopping and the hammer on the opposite end is great for tent stakes or any hammering tasks. It came pretty sharp and after a little work on the Work Sharp it has a really nice edge. The bottom edge looks sharp but it is not but you can correct this if you want.

Joe
Indiana

Dec 25, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Amazing hawk!

Fell in love with this the moment I laid hands on it. This has everything I was looking for in a tomahawk. The factory edge ain't too great, but the edge it will hold after resharpening will last a while.

Dan L
Northern Ontaro, Canada

Apr 29, 2015

Pros: Construction, Head Material

Cons: None

Great tomahawk, great use as an axe and good for throwing it at stuff. Although would be better if it was 1095. All and all great tomahawk/medium size axe. Not to heavy to carry on your pack when your going hunting. This will b my tree stand hammer for spikes and I will cut pieces to lenght with it. / Throw it at targets for fun.

Dime
Las Vegas, NV

Feb 08, 2021

Pros: Balance

Cons: None

Fun project

While there are better offerings out there, this is a fantastic and inexpensive project piece. You'll need to put an edge on it out if the box and with a few more modifications it's the perfect camp companion. Sand down the handle and treat it with Linseed oil, round off the edges of the hole on the head, and a healthy application of paracord and bankline and you've got a very functional showpiece!

Darrell B
Sedgwick,ME.

Jul 31, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Chogan T-hawk

I bought the Chogan for my stepson who is going to live a self sufficient lifestyle in Alaska. He loves the overall construction, weight an balance. The only problem is when you put the head on it wasn't perfectly straight. The head is cocked off to the side slightly.

Mark N
Lakemoor, Il

Dec 02, 2015

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent but DULL!!!! Did CRKT even attempt to sharpen?

Collect a LOT of Axes, hawks knives etc. This was by far the dullest blade I have ever received. Dull to the point that it was just useless. Fit and finish are top rate. All though there was a LOT of curling of the shaft above the hawks head. had to get out the exacto knife and trim all the way around. The sharpening took about an hour as I do most of mine by hand. Was VERY disappointed with the way the T-Hawk was sent out. Not acceptable from CRKT. Would of given a 5 if someone would of attempted to sharpen this hawk. Otherwise the hawk is what I had expected. Little heavy, but that could be a good thing in the long run.

Morgan
Washington state

Aug 28, 2014

Pros: None

Cons: None

Love this

Love this tomahawk the sheath is so so.

Bear
Heber Springs, AR

Apr 24, 2017

Pros: None

Cons: None

Good material BAD finish

The hawk wasn't bad, but wasn't good either. The head was pressed on, couldn't get it to come off to refinish the handle and had a lot of curled up wood above it. The finish on the head is rough also. The beard was as dual as a butter knife and the rest of the blade wasn't real good either. The one good thing about this hawk is the material. And for 50 bucks you think it would come with a sheath. Don't get me wrong I'm glad I picked it up and am happy to own it, but will be happier once I get the finish taken care of and a sheath for the thing. I do like the design very much, I think it's going to be a very useful tool.

Mr. G
New York

May 06, 2017

Pros: None

Cons: None

Very nice piece

Nice piece. Hefty hard wood handle to match the weight of the head. Love the beard profile but will need to sharpen the blade before putting it to use. I will also add a grip of some kind as the handle finish is very slick.

Legroovynoo
Alabama

Jul 19, 2019

Pros: Balance

Cons: None

Ok--Just not "Good" at anything

Most tomahawks have cool/fun factor. The Woods Chogan is no different -it's cool, and looks good. However, after having it for a few years, I can say that I wish I would have bought something else. It not really "Good" at anything. The concept is great, but the head design holds it back. It's just not great at the two things most people will use it for- occasional light chopping, and splitting. Sometimes if feels down right poor at these tasks! Especially the splitting. Though, it's not why I bought this THawk, as a weapon it's too heavy for my taste On paper the 2lb Head combined with a 19" handle makes perfect sense! Great combo that is versatile camping and at home. However, I found that when you actually get to using the Chogan, it feels heavier than it is. This is because of the lacking performance- everything takes more effort than it should. It also doesn't hold a great edge. It's definitely usable, and if it performed just a little better I would be content with it. It's also true that everyone has different uses-- I bought this for general outdoor excursions/camping, and for occasional use around the yard. It may suit you better than I. However, I think they missed the mark on this one.