Robocop1051 Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 I recently got a text message from Uncle Tom, down in Arizona, stating that there was a surprise in the mail for me. I wasn't sure what to make of this, especially with recent discussions regarding giant, purple, double-headed, jelly dongs. He assured me that this was something I really wanted and that he took the initiative to make sure I had it. He did make me promise not to use it in the house.... My only request to him was that whatever it was, was packaged discreetly, as my mother in law has been living with me since the twins were born. I waited anxiously by the door for several days,until a large brown box appeared at my door. I quickly snapped out my Emerson and got to cutting... and cutting.... and more cutting... HolyFuck! Is there a Ming Vase in here? What the fcuk is all this paper for? Finally I get through about 8" of padding to reach my surprise. Much to my relief, is was neither purple, nor made of jelly. This was a super badass Colombia River (CRKT) Chogan Woods Tomahawk. The very same 'hawk I had been drooling over just a few weeks prior. It came basically as how you see it. There was a little plastic blade guard, but that got tossed with the packaging. The head had a hammered look, with some kind of powder coating (I assume to protect the carbon metal) And the handle was a blonde hickory with a lacquered finish. Those of you who know me know, I can't leave "well enough" alone... First thing I did was strip the handle down to bare wood. Then I re-stained the wood with a much darker mahogany... I tried a grey drift wood look first but that was too light again. After a few stains, I had the look I wanted. Next was the big task. Bust out the dremmel and ground off not only the powder coating, but also all the hammer marks. Took it down to smooth bare metal all over. Break out the heavy sander... hit her with some 60g... then 150g... then some 400 to polish her up. Last, the bare metal was too bright, so I dropped the head in a pot of boiling Apple cider vinegar (something I learned from BladeForum.com, using the acid to age the metal) to put a patina back on the metal. The end result was dull, deep grey finish.... fuckin perfect!! Of course I ordered a new blade protector the second I opened the package. The kydex cover came in the mail the day I finished with all the sanding of the head. My last touch was my first attempt at some paracord knot tying. I dressed up the shafts with a little turk head knot. I also added a strap for the cover to attach to the hawk for added security. Special thanks to my blood brother (it's fuckin happening!) 98Z5V for the hook up. I only hope he's as appreciative of my work as I am of his gift. This 'hawk is getting attached to my gear ASAP, and going everywhere with me from now on. Ps. My wife said I couldn't chop the watermelon... but at least I tried! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) Hell yeah, brother!!! WooHoo!!! :hethan: I liked his so damn much that I didn't want to send it out to him... <lmao> Mine came in the mail this afternoon. :banana: Edited June 9, 2015 by 98Z5V Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 I almost ordered that same leather cover... I just couldn't resist the FDE kydex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I'm screwed as soon as I saw yours. I started looking for nother one, and had to have it - and found out they have fucking accessories! I snatched that leather cover to attach to my daily bag. I was looking at all kinds of kydex stuff until I got dizzy, and just ordered the leather... <lmao> Next - probably stain it darker, drill the handle for a lanyard, wrap some paracord... It's ridiculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Very nice bolth of you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wetncold Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Don't get no better than that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I quickly snapped out my Emerson and got to cutting... and cutting.... and more cutting... HolyFuck! Is there a Ming Vase in here? What the fcuk is all this paper for? I prepped this package at work - i intentionally went to my Shipping & Receiving Guys, and told them to give up the stash of heavy paper... <lmao> I papered the hell out of this thing, and wasted ALOT of tape!!! That just makes it so much better when you're trying to get to it... :hethan: :banana: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNP Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Screw cleaning the guns.....be sharpening that bad boy when the boyfriends start to show up. You know that's coming up soon right?? And likely there'll be a lot of double dates. You already know which one of them is going to be trouble, don't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Special thanks to my blood brother (it's fuckin happening!) 98Z5V for the hook up. I only hope he's as appreciative of my work as I am of his gift. This 'hawk is getting attached to my gear ASAP, and going everywhere with me from now on. Game on... <lmao> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 (edited) Screw cleaning the guns.....be sharpening that bad boy when the boyfriends start to show up. You know that's coming up soon right?? And likely there'll be a lot of double dates. You already know which one of them is going to be trouble, don't you? I was thinking the same thing! Pg! Edited June 10, 2015 by sketch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toolndie7 Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Very nice piece(s) I like the refinish job, I would have done the same thing. Although, as soon as I saw that watermelon on Robs counter I was scrolling down to see the pic of that thing smashing through and was disappointed when I didnt see any......... <dontknow> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planeflyer21 Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Very nice! It's not your's until you mod it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magwa Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Done gone Injun aint ya Boys!!!!!!!! freeking sweet awesome gift Tom..... it is what it is all about great stuff guys.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmackc Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 Damn fine looking hatchets (that's what us oilfield rig-builder tribesmen members of the Hacksaw Nation calls them). One fancy assed hatchet holster there hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted June 13, 2015 Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 Very cool. <thumbsup> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 Look what made it onto my GetTheFuckOuttaDodge gear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planeflyer21 Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Look what made it onto my GetTheFuckOuttaDodge gear...20150613_152220.jpg :banana: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tripledeuce Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 How many ways can you say, Nicccccccccce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 I like that E-Tool on there - if you can't get 'em with the tomahawk, you can sure get 'em with the E-Tool!!! <thumbsup> :banana: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue109 Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 I've been seeing the SOG Etool on sale for $10, but the surplus ones are only around $25. Wonder if they are any good. Disclaimer: the rule was carefully avoided here. Don't even try it you bastards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNP Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 A loophole has been found....we better get with our attorney and patch that bitch up quick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 SOG is $9 on Amazon right now, but I'm not sure it has a cover. The covers cost more than the etool. There's not a lot of choice for a decent cover either. If you want a "newer" or non-plastic, you only have a choice of ACU or 3 color Desert Camo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted June 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 I like that E-Tool on there - if you can't get 'em with the tomahawk, you can sure get 'em with the E-Tool!!! <thumbsup> :banana: You can't see it from that picture,but I have a M9 bayonet on there too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsquared Posted June 17, 2015 Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 You can't see it from that picture,but I have a M9 bayonet on there too. And the probably 10 pistols that he carries on him. <lmao> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 That's no bull$hit, brother - meeting him and asking him what he carries is like a bad scene from Boondock Saints... <lmao> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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