Estwing Sportman's Axe

My father always kept a hatchet in his van. Told me he never wanted to be without a weapon - he almost always carried a pocket knife. His hatchet of choice was Estwing's Sportsman Axe; a one piece forged steel axe that features a stacked leather handle, three inch long cutting edge and blunt backside, perfect for hammering nails and tent stakes. They are made in America and cost roughly $40.

You can purchase one here, or at your local hardware store.