Tomahawk throwing is a popular sport among American historical re-enactment groups, and some martial arts enthusiasts are attempting to revive tomahawk fighting techniques used during the Colonial era.

Modern-day Tomahawks designed by the late Peter LaGana featuring synthetic hafts and a hatchet-like bit were used by US forces during the Vietnam war. This design is enjoying something of a renaissance with US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan as a tool and in use in hand-to-hand combat.[1][2]

LaGana's designs are currently manufactured by American Tomahawk Company. The original "Vietnam Tomahawk" is in use by the US Army Stryker Brigade in Afghanistan, the 172nd SBCT Team based at Fort Richardson, and the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division out of Fort Lewis.[2] The modern designation is VTAC and bears the National Stock Number of 4210-01-518-7244.[2]