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Minerals
Social climber
The Deli
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 22, 2010 - 01:48pm PT
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There are a couple of slight refinements to the original #2 prototypes (pictured above) that are in the works right now. I don’t think much more prototyping will be necessary. Theron is pretty darn busy (you want hammers or #2 ‘Hawks or hooks or…?) but we hope to have the #2s out by this summer at the latest. Spring season might be pushing it. The #1s go for $13 retail, so I imagine that the #2s will be another dollar or two more, but we need to run some numbers, so don’t quote me on any of this.
The first run of #3 prototypes is in the works but it will take some time to test them and make any necessary changes to the design. If things go really well, maybe the #3s will also be available this summer. But again, don’t quote me on this. Theron is a busy man.
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Brother John
Big Wall climber
In a cave right next to the tool shack
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Feb 22, 2010 - 03:01pm PT
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Brian
Thanks for the quick intro at Coilers last week. Love how you can free the Tomahawk by tapping the lower end. I'll be getting a set of these tools real soon to add to my angry arsenal of wall weapons.
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Gene
Social climber
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Feb 22, 2010 - 03:35pm PT
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There is something absolutely gorgeous about Mike.’s picture of the hand placed THawk. Close to perfection. Good job Mike., Bryan, and Theron. A thing of beauty.
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yo
climber
a tied-off Tomahawk™
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Feb 22, 2010 - 04:25pm PT
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VROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM!!!!!1
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
Last clip of Lichen Lunch
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Feb 22, 2010 - 11:50pm PT
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Brother John....."angry Arsenal", what a FABULOUS term.
That's good.
And Minerals, you know dang well, that Theron likes to be busy.
He's Enterprising Moses, of Moses Enterprises.
WooHoo!!!
We're just chompin' at the bit.
That's what WE do.
Rock on, BroMan.
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Minerals
Social climber
The Deli
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 17, 2010 - 11:31am PT
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Hey fellow metalheads, #2 Tomahawks are here! If you like the #1s, you will definitely like the #2s! An even cooler piece than the #1, the #2 has greater strength, versatility, and more potential for clean-aid use. From a gear-head perspective, I like the #2 better than the #1. I dunno… it’s just a really cool piece of iron. These things are BOMBER! But you’ll have to be the real judge of that. Go check out your local gear shop/mail order to add some to your rack!
#2 Tomahawks – Left, Straight, and Right versions (1 set)
Left and right versions should be used primarily in corners/flakes as the straight version is more durable for repeated use, and abusive use, in straight-in cracks.
#1 and #2 Tomahawk
Due to greater hooking action, excessive hammering is not necessary for placement of the Tomahawk; precise hammer taps will provide you with a sinker placement on traveled ground. Hand-placed Tomahawks (especially #2s) may be secure on trade routes when one is willing to leave the hammer at rest. Experimentation while on lead is key.
Prototypes of camming #2s are in the works…
Just a quick LV net-stop for me; gotta get back up the hill to go to work…
Theron can answer any questions that may arise.
For more info on Tomahawks, you can also check out Theron’s website: http://mosesclimbing.com/tomahawks/
Thanks for all of your support on the #1s!!! Now step it up to the two!
 Bryan
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Sep 17, 2010 - 12:38pm PT
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You might consider losing that sharp spur by the gear stamp. Looks cool but it could open you up pretty good if the placement blows. Hard to see it as a non-liability.
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Slakkey
Big Wall climber
From Back to Big Wall Baby
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Sep 17, 2010 - 01:27pm PT
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How could have I missed this bump for the #2 Hawks
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T Moses
Big Wall climber
Paso Robles
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Sep 17, 2010 - 01:59pm PT
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Steve:
They're useful:
BTW with everything else on a standard aid rack that is likely to perforate you these are a small issue. Knifeblades, fish hooks, nut tools all are willing to put holes in you at any given time.
Slakkey:
Check the time stamp. They are just getting out now for general use.
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Shack
Big Wall climber
Reno NV
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Sep 17, 2010 - 02:31pm PT
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I can't wait!
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Sep 18, 2010 - 11:09am PT
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Thanks for the clarification. I didn't see that spur as a anvil.
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couchmaster
climber
pdx
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Sep 24, 2010 - 09:44am PT
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Woot! I'm in for some. Did Ihateplastic order any yet? I'll get them from him.
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hollyclimber
Big Wall climber
Yosemite, CA
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Sep 26, 2010 - 02:37pm PT
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Just used one of these on a recent climb of El Cap (On the Waterfront).
Some of of the features I liked were the offset angle of the tail, which allowed for easier hammering when removing, the short and burly clip in swage, and the different shape of the "beak" from the other similar pieces on the rack meant that at times it was the better fit. Different is always good. Looking forward to using these more and figuring out other unique uses and/or times when this piece is the better/only choice over other similar pieces.
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mucci
Trad climber
The pitch of Bagalaar above you
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May 17, 2011 - 02:34am PT
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Can't tuck a BD or A5 in as tight as these.
Soooo good.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
sorry, just posting out loud.
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May 17, 2011 - 02:44am PT
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soooo bad, so terribly and horrifyingly bad mucci! :) ;)
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mucci
Trad climber
The pitch of Bagalaar above you
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May 17, 2011 - 02:46am PT
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They are a game changer in my book.
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frog-e
Trad climber
Imperial Beach California
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May 17, 2011 - 09:58am PT
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Great job on these pitons guys!
They look awesome.
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bringmedeath
climber
la la land
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May 17, 2011 - 12:27pm PT
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That hawk of Mucci has the potential to hold a huge whipper!
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Sonic
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Awesome Thread Bump.
Wall season bump!
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j-tree
Big Wall climber
Classroom to crag to summer camp
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dreaming of a #3 tomahawk
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