Description

Cold Steel Trench Hawk® with Black Handle 90PTH / 90PTHZ

The Cold Steel Trench Hawk® is a robust tomahawk-style impact and cutting tool featuring a sharpened primary edge and a wedge-shaped rear spike. Its drop-forged 1055 high-carbon steel head, shock-resistant polypropylene handle and articulated Secure-Ex® sheath create a durable package intended for lawful outdoor, training, collection and specialised utility applications.

The steel head is differentially hardened to balance edge performance with durability under repeated use. The synthetic handle is designed to resist moisture and impact better than many traditional wooden handles and can be replaced separately if it eventually becomes damaged or worn.

With an overall length of approximately 48.3 cm and a weight of approximately 822 g, the Trench Hawk® is a substantial tool that requires careful handling, secure storage and responsible use.

Key Features

• Tomahawk-style cutting and impact tool
• Drop-forged 1055 high-carbon steel head
• Differentially hardened for durability and edge performance
• Sharpened primary edge
• Wedge-shaped rear spike
• Shock-resistant polypropylene handle
• Replaceable handle design
• Articulated Secure-Ex® sheath included
• Approximate overall length of 48.3 cm
• Approximate weight of 822 g
• Available under product numbers 90PTH and 90PTHZ

Drop-Forged 1055 High-Carbon Steel Head

The Trench Hawk® head is drop-forged from 1055 high-carbon steel. This steel is commonly selected for demanding impact tools because it offers a useful balance of toughness, strength and sharpenability.

Differential hardening allows different areas of the head to be treated for different mechanical properties. The cutting edge can retain useful hardness while the remainder of the head maintains the toughness required to withstand repeated impact.

As 1055 is a high-carbon steel rather than stainless steel, it requires regular cleaning, drying and corrosion protection.

Primary Edge and Rear Spike

The head combines an approximately 8.9 cm primary cutting edge with a wedge-style rear spike. Both ends are capable of causing serious injury or damage and must be handled with the same level of care as any other sharp-edged or pointed tool.

The product must never be used against people or animals. Use only for lawful, controlled and appropriate activities in a suitable environment.

Shock-Resistant Polypropylene Handle

The black polypropylene handle is resistant to moisture and designed to absorb repeated shock without the swelling, drying or splitting commonly associated with wooden handles.

No handle is indestructible. Repeated impact, incorrect striking, throwing, exposure to extreme temperatures or contact with hard surfaces can eventually weaken or break the handle. Inspect it carefully before every use.

A replacement black handle is available separately under product number CST-H90PTH.

Secure-Ex® Sheath Included

The Trench Hawk® is supplied with a patented articulated Secure-Ex® sheath that covers the sharpened edge and rear spike during transport and storage.

Always ensure that the sheath is fitted correctly and securely before handling, carrying or storing the product. The sheath reduces accidental contact risk but does not replace careful handling.

Recommended Use

• Lawful outdoor utility tasks
• Controlled chopping of suitable materials
• Collection and display
• Supervised training
• Emergency equipment kits where legally permitted
• Specialised occupational use by trained users

Do not use the Trench Hawk® for prying, striking stone or metal, driving hardened fasteners, uncontrolled throwing or any task for which it was not designed.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Cold Steel Trench Hawk®?

The Trench Hawk® combines a forged high-carbon steel head with a low-maintenance synthetic handle and a protective sheath. Its replaceable-handle design can extend the useful life of the product if the original handle becomes worn or damaged.

It is best suited to experienced users who understand the risks associated with sharp-edged and pointed impact tools and who are able to use, transport and store it safely.

Care and Maintenance

• Clean the steel head after every use.
• Remove dirt, moisture, sap and other residues promptly.
• Dry the product completely before fitting the sheath.
• Apply a thin layer of suitable protective oil to the steel during storage.
• Use food-safe oil if the tool may contact food-related materials.
• Inspect the cutting edge and spike for chips, cracks or deformation.
• Inspect the handle for cracks, deep cuts, looseness or impact damage.
• Check that the head remains securely attached to the handle.
• Do not use the product if any component is damaged or loose.
• Sharpen carefully while preserving the original edge geometry.
• Avoid overheating the steel during powered sharpening.
• Store the product dry, sheathed and securely locked away.

Safety Information

• The cutting edge and rear spike are sharp and may cause severe or fatal injury.
• Use only in a controlled area with a large, clear safety zone.
• Keep all people and animals outside the working area.
• Maintain a secure grip and stable footing during use.
• Never swing the tool towards the body or supporting hand.
• Use a stable wooden work surface appropriate to the task.
• Do not strike stone, concrete, glass, hardened metal or other unsuitable materials.
• Wear appropriate eye, hand, foot and body protection.
• Do not use when tired, impaired or unable to maintain full control.
• Do not throw the product unless this is lawful, carried out in a purpose-built area and supervised by a qualified instructor.
• Never attempt to catch a falling or rebounding tool.
• Fit the sheath immediately after use.
• Store securely and out of reach of children and unauthorised persons.

Age Restriction and Verification

This product is sold only to customers aged 18 years or older.

The customer must provide an accurate date of birth when ordering. The seller may also require valid proof of age or identity before the order is accepted or dispatched. Accepted verification methods and secure submission instructions will be provided during the order process.

An order may be delayed or cancelled if the required age verification is not completed satisfactorily.

Legal and Responsible Use Notice

This product must be purchased, possessed, carried, transported and used only in accordance with the laws and regulations applicable in the customer’s country, region and municipality.

The customer is responsible for determining whether the purchase, possession, carriage, transport or use of this product is lawful in their location and for using it safely, responsibly and only for lawful purposes. The seller does not encourage, recommend or authorise unlawful, threatening, offensive or harmful use.

Classification of this product within an axe, tomahawk, tactical, outdoor or self-defence category does not constitute legal advice, confirmation that it may legally be carried for self-defence, or a recommendation to use it against another person. Applicable laws may differ according to the product’s design, intended use, place of possession, manner of transport and surrounding circumstances.

Misuse may cause serious injury, death, property damage or legal consequences. The product must be stored securely and kept away from children and unauthorised persons.

This notice does not exclude or limit any statutory consumer rights or legal obligations that cannot lawfully be excluded.

FAQ

Glossary

• Tomahawk: Compact axe-style tool with a handle and a head that may combine cutting, hammering or pointed working surfaces.
• Drop-Forged: Manufacturing process in which heated steel is shaped under heavy force within forming dies.
• 1055 High-Carbon Steel: Tough carbon steel commonly used for impact tools, blades and components requiring strength and sharpenability.
• Differential Hardening: Heat-treatment method that gives different areas of a steel component different hardness and toughness characteristics.
• Primary Edge: Main sharpened cutting section of the tool head.
• Rear Spike: Pointed or wedge-shaped projection opposite the main cutting edge.
• Polypropylene: Moisture-resistant thermoplastic material valued for durability and impact resistance.
• Secure-Ex®: Durable synthetic sheath system designed to cover and retain sharp-edged tools.

Manufacturer & GPSR Information

Manufacturer:
GSM Outdoors, LLC
5250 Frye Road
Irving, TX 75061
United States

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Responsible Person in the EU:
Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG
Gehrn 4
25596 Wacken
Germany