Lately
it would seem that all the old hand to hand combat and survival tools
are coming back in vogue again due to troops starting to understand that
sometimes a knife, sword, or axe comes in more handy than a gun. In the
past decade we have seen the word “combat” or “tactical” become
attached with swords, tomahawks and axes and new unique designs and some
classics making a huge comeback. Tomahawks have actually become one of
the fastest growing cutting tool segments in the military simply because
they can open crates, doors, be used for making barricades and small
structures in the field, for personal defense, … and the list goes on.
In short, they are very handy tools to have around when you are on your
own in hostile territory.
Ryan
Johnson is the primary designer and president of RMJ Tactical has been
honing his tactical axe/tomahawk designs for over 30-years. His designs
have developed a fan base in the military special forces community do to
their size, utility and toughness. One of his more popular design was
used as a base to develop the CRKT Chogan and Kangee T-Hawks tomahawks.
These two designs are nearly identical which the exception that the
Kangee has a pointed spike on the non-chopped edge and the Chogan has a
blunt hammer type edge. The result of the collaboration was a very
effective Ryan Johnson styled tomahawk that retails on the street for
around $100 as an affordable option the custom made $450 Ryan Johnson
handmade custom originals.

Like all CRKT knives their overseas production is of very high tolerances and quality and for $100, the Chogan is own of the best deals in tactical tomahawks. Chogan features a full tang construction made of SK5 Carbon steel for high durability and edge holding and then finished a with black powder coat to provide rust and corrosion resistance. The glass filled nylon handles are bolted on for security and feature a textured finish that provided me plenty of grip even when my hands were wet. The handle area includes multiple lashing points to provide ultimate flexibility to the user.

At
only 14” long and nearly .25” thick steel, the CRKT Chogan is easy to
pack, however CRKT went a step further and includes a MOLLE compatible
belt sheath which protects the user and his equipment from accidental
cuts. The Chogan snaps into the sheath however CRKT has included a snap
clasp closure for added security. Also included is a long sling that
can be attached to the sheath to carry the Chogan T-Hawk over the
shoulder.
The
handle is a versatile design that can be comfortably retained in a
number of grips from very high for precision bushcraft detail tasks with
the cutting edge to a low reverse grip to use the hammer head. I broke
down a paper pallet to feed my Roundboy pizza oven and the chore was
surprisingly quick with the T-hawk.

FINAL THOUGHTSAs
a farm boy raised in the country, I have always appreciated a great
hand tool. Among those tools that were handiest was a small high quality
carbon steel camp axe. This is in essence exactly what the CRKT Chogan
T-Hawk is with some very nice and useful refinements that make this
tomahawk more durable and flexible even in combat situations. Not that I
am running around kicking in doors, but I know folks who do and they
find a high strength tactical tomahawk pretty handy. For me this is a
great all around tool that can deliver a huge set of essential functions
in a survival and general hunting/outdoor game cleaning duties with its
shaving sharp edge. If the need arose it would make a mighty fine
combat defense weapon if I found my shotgun, AR15, and Glocks empty. For
the prepper, outdoorsman, huntsman, and special operator, this is a
handy lightweight tool that delivers a huge capabilities set for not a
lot of money.
SPECSCRKT Chogan
Open Overall Length 14 inches
Weight 1 lb. 8.6 ounces
Blade Length 2.93 inches
Thickness 0.23 inches
Material SK5 Carbon Steel
Blade-HRC 54-55
Finish Black Powder Coat
Grind Flat
Style Axe Edge Front with Hammer
Edge Plain
Handle Material Glass Filled Nylon; EDM Finish
Carry System Black Kydex Sheath with Molle Clip Platform
Weight 3.6 ounce
MSRP $185
STREET $140
Open Overall Length 14 inches
Weight 1 lb. 8.6 ounces
Blade Length 2.93 inches
Thickness 0.23 inches
Material SK5 Carbon Steel
Blade-HRC 54-55
Finish Black Powder Coat
Grind Flat
Style Axe Edge Front with Hammer
Edge Plain
Handle Material Glass Filled Nylon; EDM Finish
Carry System Black Kydex Sheath with Molle Clip Platform
Weight 3.6 ounce
MSRP $185
STREET $140
SOURCES
CRKT - http://www.crkt.com
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