Buck Knives 108 Compadre Froe, 9-1/2" Cobalt Grey Cerakote Coated 5160 Steel Fixed Blade Wood Chopping Knife with Natural Micarta Handle, Genuine Leather Sheath Included
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It has a thickness of 0. 230"
The tomahawk and the froe are two completely different weapons. A tomahawk will chop, whereas a froe will baton. The froe is said to be used for chopping in the description, but the word "froe" has no meaning. In addition, the Buck froe is made of spring steel, which is extremely durable but has a softer edge. br>While the Tomahawk is lightweight and likely adequate for small tasks, you should research axes/hatchets before purchasing. Gransfors is an excellent resource for information.
I'm afraid I won't be able to provide an adequate response to this question. Knife was purchased as a present for a right-handed person. Nan who is left-handed.
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I should have known better than to wait! I do a lot of bbq on a stick smoker, and I can't tell you how much time and aggravation this would have saved me. This is what you get if you combine the best features of an axe and a machete. When left in a 40-degree oven, the micarta has excellent grip properties and is warm to the touch. The temperature has dropped to 50 degrees. br>br>The blade is thick and canted just enough to allow for impressive precision while also increasing cutting force. You don't need nearly as much force to split wood as you would to hammer a nail. The thick blade has a broad angle grind toward the cutting edge, which allows wood to split quickly and cleanly. (See the video of seasoned pecan wood being split uploaded)br>br>I wouldn't hesitate to use this while camping or hiking. In my opinion, the utility is well worth the weight. I was trying to cut as close to the ground as possible to maximize the usable length of the elm and had just cut down a 6" tree with an axe earlier this month, so I might have used this instead. It would be simple to plant saplings. br>br>It isn't razor sharp, and it shouldn't be for its intended use. So, if that's your plan, don't expect this to replace your camping knife. However, I believe it would be a great addition as a bushcrafting tool (not for my use) for clearing, rough shaping of branches, and other tasks.
I have yet to try it out in the field. Perfect thickness and weight, almost scientific in appearance. For maximum control, the width and length are both perfect. The grip is fantastic- allowing for a hatchet grip one way and a simple, non-slip grip the other. Another way to lock a machete-style grip. Because it's designed for cutting with brute force, the blade doesn't appear to be razor sharp. Time will tell whether the edge is of good quality in terms of sharpness, sharpness retention, and resharpening. Buck should provide a pack with the best care instructions. The sheath is excellent, but it would be even better if the buttons sprung and stayed outward, as they do on the 104Compadre.
A medium-sized dead blow hammer works well, providing enough impact without damaging the froe.
Although it was very expensive, it was expected to be of the highest quality. After a few uses, the handle screws begin to fall out.
Excellent chopprr.
The scales aren't flat and hang over on top, and the ones on the bottom are too short, and there is no lanyard hole for something this size, which you'd think there would be. I remember there being one on older ones, so I'm not sure why there isn't one now. It arrived razor sharp with a great balance, making it ideal for chopping and splitting.
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