Hardcore Hardware’s MFE01 Rhino is one of those tools that has an almost irrational caveman-like aesthetic appeal. Luckily, this is one of the few such tools that’s actually packed with useful functionality.
The Hardcore Hardware Rhino utility tool, which is also described as a tactical tomahawk, features an axe head, combination chisel and pry bar claw, and crow bar-style pry bar and nail puller.
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It is made from D2 tool steel and is coated with a durable black Teflon coating. The skeletonized frame minimizes weight, and a G10 handle in coyote brown or flat black maximizes gripability. Lanyard holes at both ends allow for attachment to rope or a carabiner.
A quick-release Kydex sheath and multiple attachment options – Blade-Tec, Tek-Lok, Molle-Lok – allow for convenient carrying.
The Rhino is aimed at military users, as well as law enforcement, fire, and rescue users. It’s a life-or-death tool, and is priced accordingly.
Price: $299 AUD, $300-325 USD
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The MFE01 Rhino is said to be [partially?] made in Australia.
Mike
I was ready to buy till I saw the price! Seems like a nice combo of features for in the car “oh crap” tool. $199 I’d be a buyer, at $99 I’d put one in all my cars.
Mike47
Look at all the $$$ you can save by not needing one of these!
Stan
I give Hardcore Hardware for at least manufacturing this in Australia rather than the PRC, but for $300+ there must be not only a American made counterpart, but a much less expensive route altogether.
But this isn’t for your average consumer, so hopefully for that price, the steel isn’t cheap chrome vanadium.
Stuart
As mentioned, it’s made from D2 tool steel, not CrV steel.
There are USA-made tactical tomahawks, such as the upcoming USA-made Zero Tolerance 0102, but it’s not quite as multi-functional as the Hardcore Hardware version. The ZT is even more expensive, with a street price of $320.
Zac
Sorry Stan, it has never been claimed by HHA that their tools are made in Australia.
Directly quoting them
“All HHA tools are designed and developed in Australia. We use only the very finest of materials in the production of our designs. As part of a number of production processes, premium quality D2 is sourced from the very best merchants, then laser cut and pre-ground off-shore with finishing in Australia using Australian content.”
When asked directly if they were made in China, they replied ‘No’
Stuart
At least one distributor lists the Rhino as being made in Australia.
Partially Australian-made, or finished-in-Australia is still good, as that’s where craftsmanship quality will typically show through.
Tomas
I agree $99 seems like a reasonable price point. To rich for my blood
Mike
For the average Joe, this should cut the bill. I have one in each car and at home. Only cost $15 each. http://www.emergencyanddisastersupplies.com/product/T889
This, however, is my two cents worth.
Rick Darter
Check out the “Truckers Friend” at http://innovationfactory.com/. It’s made in USA and $60 on Amazon.
Robert
These “rescue” related tools are apparently big business these days. It seems that every major manufacturer of demolition or multitools have their own variations. It would be interesting to see some side by side comparisons of demolition/rescue related tools. I was a paramedic for a number of years. I’d be pressed these days to determine the most practical tools for quick and effective rescues.
Daniel
I’m sorry, i have seen a lot of what HHA has to offer, and while i love their designs and materials, their prices are ridiculous and border on obscene. I don’t care where it was made, For the price of anything they have to offer, it had better include a couple bars of gold, the cure to cancer, a koala bear, and of course a bj! There is nothing in or on their products that justifies any price even remotely close to what they charge… and those prices are before shipping! i’m all about paying for quality, but i’m also all about not getting ripped off or taken advantage of. HHA needs to lower their prices… a lot.