Name: United Cutlery M48 Hawk Tactical Combat Tomahawk 15" Overall, Nylon Sheath
Brand: United Cutlery
SKU: UC2765
Price: 49.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.904 (52 reviews)

Ken
Maryland

Nov 08, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

First axe & love it.

I don't anything to compare the M48 too but a vague memory of swinging a large axe when I was a tike, but this axe rocks! The grip is a bit slippery, but you can fix that. I bought for general purpose work, plus I like the tactical look of it. Anyway, took it camping and I had no problem splitting wood for the fire. (Small to medium sized logs) And then I had to use it again when "Sandy" hit the East Coast for clearing and chopping. Great little axe. Even the neighbors were impressed. Highly recommended!

Erika Pz
Burlington, VT

Oct 27, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Very Recommended.

I loved it. Mabye its just me but everything about this was good for me. It was sharp, Strong, Durable, Light. Its a joy to use.

Karr
MS

Aug 13, 2016

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Every bit equal to the SOG

I own two of these now - also a SOG - and it seems to me the SOG is only considered the superior of the two because of the label. I've used both heavily (started out with the SOG based on Interwebz knife enthusiast gossip) and they're both great 'hawks, extremely sturdy, and durable. Only this one is 2 1/2 in. longer, has three head bolts instead of two, nice balance, feels good in the hand, holds an edge, and it is *so* much better looking. Oh, and cheaper. Went camping recently and a buddy went on and on about SOG superiority. After comparing the two, he was jealous of mine. Said he felt swindled haha. For the money, it's one of the best 'hawks around, and superior, to me, than the SOG in every area.

Phantom Warrior
killeen tx

Apr 21, 2011

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

excellent peice of equipment

chopped through trees with ease, well balenced for throwing, overall was very satisfied with this product i have chopped through numerous trees and blade has maintained sharpness

Ryan
California

Jan 02, 2013

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

tomahawk

Feels solid. Good price.

Alex
Pittsburgh

Dec 16, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Intense fun

Very solid, durable, high quality piece.

Chris J
heber springs,ar

Oct 08, 2015

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

satisfied

very happy with the product i purchased.well made.would have liked to have known how much it weighed.

Har

Jul 10, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

great hawk

absolutely awesome. the sheath is not great yeah and its heavy, but the hawk is awesome. ive throwing this things a hundred times in the first week i got it and not a single scatch or chip and i hit it handle first plenty of times. really hard steel actually sharpened my buddys sharpening stone.

Michael B
NW Indiana

Feb 21, 2012

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent!

I bought this hawk on a whim as I'd wanted one for quite some time. This was on sale and I finally decided to pull the trigger and get one. I have to say I'm impressed. The hawk is sturday as can be, well made, sharp and appears to be entirely up to the duties it's designed for. I showed a couple friends and they were impressed as well. I haven't put it through much heavy use yet but as soon as the weather warms up and I can get back into the woods it's going to be right at my side. It's a really impressive weapon as well as multi-purpose tool.

Sgt. Curtis T. Usmc / Ret.
San Antonio,Texas

Sep 16, 2011

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

United Cutlery M48 Hawk Tactical Tomahawk

The Tomahawk is built very well,it is made with quality material and should last for a long time with proper care and maintenance. The item was on back order and it took quite a while for it to come in. The worst thing with the purchase was the shipping time that knife center used,it took forever to receive my purchase.

Nathan
Philippines

Mar 05, 2016

Pros: None

Cons: None

Read the description people..

It's designed to be used as is described. Works great for that. Enough Said. As for you "throwing enthusiasts", if you want to throw things, try rocks...some were designed for it 😉

M. Knezevic
Crown Point, IN

Jul 11, 2011

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Quality company and product

The M48 seems to made of quality material, especially for the price. I will use it in emergency situations in my line of work where I might need to remove debris to assist a person.

Natural-Outlaw
Northern, WI

Mar 04, 2015

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Hawk

Did anyone consider this knife is not meant for throwing. This should be obvious when the handles breaks while throwing. This is for self-defense and breaching. No where in the description does it mention for throwing. It is good as to what is was made for.

Hugo Stiglits
Montesano Wa

Mar 11, 2011

Pros: Construction, Balance

Cons: None

Felt it was a well built, too bad sheath wasn't a Molle attachment. But overall was a great product, really enjoy it.

John C
Hewitt, Nj

Nov 22, 2011

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

nice !

I like it enough so I ordered another....

Mrk G.
Michigan

May 22, 2012

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Exelent item

Great tomahawk.

Jordan V
CA

Feb 21, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Great Tomahawk

amazing for throwing.

Johnny
South Africa

Feb 02, 2016

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Brilliant tomahawk

I am a collector

Robert J
Florida

May 22, 2012

Pros: None

Cons: None

I finally have one!

I am a fine edge collector, now my hawk collection is complete

Dave
north carolina

Sep 22, 2011

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Sweet

Ross C.
Soldotna, AK

Apr 16, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Great Hiking Tool

I plan to take this on my hunting/camping trips. I did put it through some trial, (did not throw), like chopping and some self deffense. The only thing I'd ask for is a full tang blade. But its not to bad the way it is.

Tdb
West Virginia

Apr 17, 2012

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

The ultimate test

I used this product

Barney R
Far far away

Nov 21, 2011

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Awesome

War

Rene A..
Robstown,Tx.

May 02, 2012

Pros: None

Cons: None

bought this from our cornwell tool truck

I'm from Texas, I used it to cut my mesquite fire wood for my B.B.Que . I seriously thought it wouldn't hack it ....but to my suprise this little axe cut with ease. It's sharp & light weight. ( Used it for yard work to) Its agreat little axe, highly recomend it

Steve
Oaak Ridge, TN

Apr 29, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Great Quality - could be a little heavier and have sharpened top

Quality seems great. Pictures make it appear to have sharpened edges along the top .. particularly along the spike ... but the only sharp edge is the normal hatchet edge. Is a little lighter in weight than I expected.

Sean M.
Amelia Is. Fl.

May 16, 2012

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

It's what I expected.

I am enjoying the product I would recommend

Stu S
Kettle Falls WA

Mar 01, 2013

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

This is not a hawk to be thrown by a novice; hitting handle first is a no-no. Thrown well it cuts cards neatly in two. Stock handle is a bit long for throwing, though. I cut three inches off and rubberized the end.

Airwolf671
Guam

Nov 29, 2011

Pros: Construction, Handle Material, Balance

Cons: None

M48 Tactical Tomahawk, good bang for your buck!

Out of the box, the hawk is pretty nice. Although not extremely sharp, I'm sure it could do decent chopping work right out of the box. This is my first Tomahawk so I don't have much background on what to compare it with. The hawk seems a tad top heavy, with relation to the length construction and weight of the polymer handle. The weight could have been distributed better if it were a full forged hawk. The construction seems solid, with three bolts securing the head to the handle. Although I've read that the polymer handle claims to be virtually indestructible, things like weather, physics and the two dissimilar materials makes me think otherwise. After a few throws it's apparent that a lot of practice needs to be done especially getting use to the weight and handling. After reviewing several videos, to me it seems a traditional Tomahawk with a wooden handle is much lighter and quicker than this one. As for a personal defense tool, unless you're a large brawny man with strong wrists, this is a bit heavy for any quick strikes. As for a breaching tool, the spike on the back end could do some serious damage. I tested the spike on an old computer case, and I'm sure this would easily pierce a car door. Overall, a wickedly cool looking hawk and a good bang for your buck.

Frost
canada

Oct 22, 2014

Pros: None

Cons: None

Be smart

Maybe if you guys would use it right maybe it wouldn't break

Dan'l Boone
Kan-tuck-y

Aug 10, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

nice product

I bought this to throw but I'm kind of scared of the handle breaking. Wish it was full tang. It is a bit heavy and bigger than I expected. The blade came sharp out of box the spike isn't that sharp, but all it has to do is penetrate. The sheath is nice it would be better if the hawk dropped into it for quick deployment when carrying on belt. All and all a good tomahawk.

Matthew M.
Nashville, TN

Jul 30, 2011

Pros: None

Cons: None

So far so good

Ive owned this hawk for a few weeks. The balance is good. The AUS6 steel used is nice it sharpens up fast and stays that way. Like alot of others have commented it throws well. Ive chopped up 5-7 inch diameter branches pretty fast. The beak is strong and will penatrate hard sheet metal. Will def take along with me on camping trips.

Don B
San Diego, Ca

Oct 23, 2012

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

excellent quality for the money. a little heavier than i thought it would be .but, i can live with that.

Charles
Atlanta, GA

Mar 10, 2016

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Great Product

I bought this tomohawk and was very pleased with the nice lightweight results and sharp point. Great for throwing. The sheath is a little on the cheap side.

Don Brewer
San Diego, Ca

Oct 23, 2012

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

GREAT WEAPON

excellent quality for the money. a little heavier than i thought it would be .but, i can live with that.

Scott
Sarasota, FL

Oct 29, 2017

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Well made tool

I purchased this as an addition to my ready bag. It seems to be just what I was looking for. My only criticism is that the handle is very slick. Probably using some course sand paper on it would make it better. I chose to wrap it with grip tape.

Rashidah
New York

Dec 06, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Good for the cost

Sharp when it arrived. I used it to cut dear antlers and wood for fire and it works perfectly. Knowing the weight would have been nice before I bought it. The Only gave it 4 stars because there wasn't a WOW THAT IS AMAZING factor. It's a great tomahawk for the price. The handle material could be a little more sturdy. I'd say buy it.

Fry
USA

Aug 14, 2026

Pros: Construction, Head Material

Cons: Balance, Handle Material

Sweet Blade

I love the tactical axe and it’s blade My main things with it are that I just wish it came in sharper, and the handle fell off to me. The handle material feels good and sturdy. It just feels kind of light compared to the head of the axe and I almost wish it was wrapped in something to make it more ergonomic or give you a better grip. Other than that great product. I definitely recommend it still.

Adam
colorado

Jan 29, 2013

Pros: Construction, Balance

Cons: None

Good Buy

I have had the hawk for a few weeks and what can only be described as abuse is how i have used it and it is grate for the money. i have used it to split wood and to use as a camping tool i am impressed. the only thing not that grate if thrown and the case it came with useless but for the money you really are not getting anything extra other then a grate hawk.

Jim C. N.
Byhalia, Ohio

Mar 15, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Nice Tool with a minor modification

I put this tool through some paces, and over all, I like it. It has sufficient heft and balance as to provide adequate penetration on many materials, but not so much so as to create difficulty in extraction. Admittedly, I haven't tried throwing it - I've read some complaints about the breaking handles when thrown - because I think there are very limited applications where throwing the tool would be useful. To echo Christopher T's comment, I was disappointed in the smooth handle as well. Should your hand get sweaty, or the handle becomes fouled by Zombie juices, it could easily slip out of the hand. I found a quick application of Hockey Stick Tape yielded an exponential improvement in this issue. I also dislike the scabbard. Seems flimsy and I'd prefer a MOLLE attachment.

Scott
Montesano, WA

Jul 22, 2011

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

up in arms

I liked it when I got it, blew through everything you put infront of me. My kid threw it one time at a log round hit the edge and the handle broke in half! kinda put a end to our fun.

Tdb
West Virginia

Apr 17, 2012

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

The ultimate test

I used this product in a hardcore test. I had a throwing tomahawk target made out of a piece of wood and threw the hawk about 40 times until I grew tired. On my last toss, the tomahawk fell off the target and broke into 3 pieces! The handle broke clean except for a small piece of plastic. The head was fine.

Christopher T.
South Bend, Indiana

Jan 10, 2012

Pros: Construction, Handle Material, Balance

Cons: None

Good head, grip could be better

This tomahawk was purchased for fun and work, and we immediately started by burying the pointed end into a stack of old magazines, to test its' ability to penetrate dense materials. The blade and spike are very sharp, and need to be kept away from boys too young to handle it. Head seems to be a precision casting, and I like the way it is secured within the handle, but the handle itself is too smooth & dry. It could be slightly more contoured or grippy, given the consequences if the weapon slips out of your hand. Definitely not a toy.

M
Auckland,

Feb 19, 2018

Pros: None

Cons: None

Ok not bad not good

Ok not too bad, a framing hammer work just the same I reckon. It's nothing special

The Real Dungeon Dragon
Singapore

Apr 24, 2020

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

Do NOT Throw.

Went out and bought one of these, was told by the knife expert that this was meant for throwing. It is not meant for throwing. I have a full hand made target that is meant for throwing axes, and when this sticks it sticks very well. But when it doesn't, it breaks like a twig. I should have known because this one the medium priced option, but I was specifically told that it was for throwing. I’m going back to all Steel or all wood handles.

Angus
Hong Kong

May 01, 2014

Pros: Handle Material, Head Material

Cons: None

Outstanding design, poor quality

This is an impressively designed tomahawk - great looks indeed. Pity it was not made by a quality oriented manufacturer in the US (sure, I know the price would be much higher, but this design deserves it). I expect that after the recent "Hunger Games - Catching Fire" movie (where a modified M48 version was prominently displayed) this product will get lots of traction. If you want a wall decoration - go for it. If you need a tool - forget it. Great design, dirt cheap execution - perhaps some other manufacturer could get it right.

Jeff
VA

Oct 14, 2014

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Epic Fail

1. The product will intimidate any one, as long as your naked and chasing them. 2. The product will hack and cut all day. 3. When you throw the product more than ten times, it will shatter in half below the tang or snap in half. The metal is super cheap. 4. The Sheath is a joke. So you might as well throw it out when you get it. Better read some more of the reviews before buying. Other than that it looks mean.

Stacee Martinstacee Martin
Mt. Sterling, KyMt. Sterling, Ky

Jan 30, 2012

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

DON'T BUY

While throwing this product the handle snapped in half! The handle is all plastic except for 2mm of metal. Not cut out for heavy use.

Earthflute
Sydney Australia

Jun 08, 2013

Pros: None

Cons: None

broken handle

looks great, sheath rubbish, sharpened and took an really good edge. handle broke at lower bolt attachment. found air holes in handle where it broke which shows a manufacturing defect.

David K
New Zealand

Dec 01, 2013

Pros: Handle Material, Head Material, Balance

Cons: None

Handle broke on the 4th throw

My hawk arrived today, I was really looking forward to getting it. Out of the box mine wasn't that sharp and I thought the metal on the edge would have been harder ie hold its edge better. I took it down to the hawk board to try it out and the handle broke on the 4th throw. They don't make spare handles and the screws are a real pain to get out if you think you could fabricate a handle for it yourself. It cost me a lot of money to ship this item in and I am really disappointed.

Lee
Leeds UK

Aug 26, 2016

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

The first day of using my new long awaited M48 was a total let down, my 4th throw was over rotated a tad and the hawk struck on the top of the head rather than the blade, the handle shattered into pieces. Yup total letdown. I will not throw the others now, waste of money.

Brad
nh

Feb 18, 2013

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

dont waste your time

Sweet looking but if you actually plan on throwing this thing spend your money elsewhere. Got about 3 weeks of sparse throwing in and the handle broke off where the tang stops contacted the manufacturer and they don't make replacement handles.

Brian M.
Illinois

Feb 26, 2013

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

Don't throw it!!!

On my sons 6th time trowing the handle broke. For a tactical throwing tomahawk i give it a thumbs down!!

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Reviews and Ratings for United Cutlery M48 Hawk Tactical Combat Tomahawk 15" Overall, Nylon Sheath - UC2765

Price: $49.99

Customer Reviews

First axe & love it.

Very Recommended.

Every bit equal to the SOG

excellent peice of equipment

tomahawk

Intense fun

satisfied

great hawk

Excellent!

United Cutlery M48 Hawk Tactical Tomahawk

Read the description people..

Quality company and product

Hawk

nice !

Exelent item

Great Tomahawk

Brilliant tomahawk

I finally have one!

Great Hiking Tool

The ultimate test

Awesome

bought this from our cornwell tool truck

Great Quality - could be a little heavier and have sharpened top

It's what I expected.

M48 Tactical Tomahawk, good bang for your buck!

Be smart

nice product

So far so good

Great Product

GREAT WEAPON

Well made tool

Good for the cost

Sweet Blade

Good Buy

Nice Tool with a minor modification

up in arms

The ultimate test

Good head, grip could be better

Ok not bad not good

Do NOT Throw.

Outstanding design, poor quality

Epic Fail

DON'T BUY

broken handle

Handle broke on the 4th throw

dont waste your time

Don't throw it!!!