Which two Ontario hatchets/hawks?

[Indy_Guy_77]

I've seen these two sharpie looking things recently...

Don't know that one would necessarily be any "better" than the other...

Opinions?

Ontario Knife's Catalog

and

Ontario Knife's Catalog

The first one, the RD Hawk just seems to LOOK cooler than the second, the SPAX. Since either one will be, at most, an emergency tool, not sure how much looks matter over functionality.

And, while I'm at it, I also like the RTAK-II.... Ontario Knife's Catalog Seems to be a lot of knife for the money. (Again, not an every day tool, just something to have just in case - and to compliment my ESEE-4. Would love a Junglas - but can't afford it)

-J-

 

[Shadow]

I'd like the first one ,would like to try throwing it . Didnt see a price on them ?

 

[Shoots4Fun]

I like the first one best as well. I'd like to throw it so it seems the best for that, although I must say that the second looks very cool in the Ontario sheath...

I have the RTAK II and can't say enough about this knife. It has been excellent and like the sheath as well. For the money, I don't think you can beat it...

 

[MadBomber]

I've seen these two sharpie looking things recently...

Don't know that one would necessarily be any "better" than the other...

Opinions?

Ontario Knife's Catalog

and

Ontario Knife's Catalog

The first one, the RD Hawk just seems to LOOK cooler than the second, the SPAX. Since either one will be, at most, an emergency tool, not sure how much looks matter over functionality.

And, while I'm at it, I also like the RTAK-II.... Ontario Knife's Catalog Seems to be a lot of knife for the money. (Again, not an every day tool, just something to have just in case - and to compliment my ESEE-4. Would love a Junglas - but can't afford it)

-J-

I have the SPAX. It's held up pretty well, being used for clearing shooting lanes and even as a maul during wood-splitting. The notch in the top also allows you to open a fire-hydrant

I also had an RTAK-II and while it's a fine tool, I sold it once I bought a Junglas.

 

[tom1025]

I didn't see prices but I would opt for the Swamp Rat Kill Devil Sniper Hawk for $228.00. I have a couple Ontario blades an there okay for the money but I heard there customer service sucks when it comes to the warranty. If you want a Junglas get in touch with Bradknives or Knife Lady n here. I bought the Venom Green and a Black Junglas from them.

The smaller two are some cheap Busses.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

I didn't see prices but I would opt for the Swamp Rat Kill Devil Sniper Hawk for $228.00. I have a couple Ontario blades an there okay for the money but I heard there customer service sucks when it comes to the warranty. If you want a Junglas get in touch with Bradknives or Knife Lady n here. I bought the Venom Green and a Black Junglas from them.

The smaller two are some cheap Busses.

I can't afford $228 for a Swamp Rat Hawk!!

I CAN afford $100 for an Ontario Hawk and another $100 for the RTAK...

-J-

 

[tom1025]

I can't afford $228 for a Swamp Rat Hawk!!

I CAN afford $100 for an Ontario Hawk and another $100 for the RTAK...

-J-

In that case I would spend $165.00 on a Junglas and the other $35.00 on a SOG fast hawk.

 

[MadBomber]

In that case I would spend $165.00 on a Junglas and the other $35.00 on a SOG fast hawk.

/\ This right here.....Buy the Junglas and don't look back. The SOG Fast Hawk is pretty decent and should do you fine until you want/decide to upgrade.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

In that case I would spend $165.00 on a Junglas and the other $35.00 on a SOG fast hawk.

But is the SOG Fast Hawk better than the Ontario?

Seems the steel of the Ontario is MUCH much better than the 420 stainless of the SOG...

 

[cubby]

Get a K5 hawk. Or a VTAC. Much better equipment.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

Get a K5 hawk. Or a VTAC. Much better equipment.

Did you miss the part about me not being able to afford something up thread?

 

[tom1025]

But is the SOG Fast Hawk better than the Ontario?

Seems the steel of the Ontario is MUCH much better than the 420 stainless of the SOG...

I have two my wife bought me and seem to be okay for the money. IMO the Junglas is better than all three options you shared from Ontario. I just mentioned the fast hawk to help cure your itch for a hawk. I am sure the hardcore knife guys will be along in a few with more wisdom then me. I am just a noob when it comes to the knife game.

 

[cubby]

I think the K5 is around $100.... Not sure on the VTAC......

Ontario is usually a lot better quality than SOG, in my experience......

Did you miss the part about me not being able to afford something up thread?

 

[tom1025]

I think the K5 is around $100.... Not sure on the VTAC......

Ontario is usually a lot better quality than SOG, in my experience......

So how long do we have to wait until Cassel Knives releases a Hawk?

 

[cubby]

about 4-6 months.....

total cost on material sheet is $285.40, shipped. design is all but complete, just need to mock one up and see what i need to tweak. i also still need to price handle material...... ford black, baby.

won't be $100 though..... probly right at $225 plus shipping....

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

I think the K5 is around $100.... Not sure on the VTAC......

Ontario is usually a lot better quality than SOG, in my experience......

Try $200 for the K5... Tactical Hawk- Hammer Poll [TH-HP] - $199.99 : K5Tactical, Everything Tactical

and $129 for the VTAC Lagana AMERICAN TOMAHAWK COMPANY : LaGana Tactical (VTAC)

 

[tom1025]

about 4-6 months.....

total cost on material sheet is $285.40, shipped. design is all but complete, just need to mock one up and see what i need to tweak. i also still need to price handle material...... ford black, baby.

won't be $100 though..... probly right at $225 plus shipping....

This is exciting news! Can't wait to see the design. My wife has a fasination with Hawks, she has been chomping at the bit to order the Devil Hawk. I keep telling her to hold off so I can explore more options.

 

[cubby]

Man!!! The K5 has doubled since 2008! Still love it though....

 

[tradertator]

Skip the Ontario, and buy the VTAC! Thank me later.

Cubby, that's awesome news.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

I like the price point on the VTAC Lagana (The other two models are both over $200)...

But I don't necessarily want a "fighting" tool. I want a tool/ax/hatchet that can be used as a hatchet all day long for more than just hacking wood if I need it to.

And just in seeing pictures, the Ontario (with or without the pick) SEEMS to fill the bill better than the "fighting hawk" style of the VTAC Lagana.