I would not suggest this tomahawk for either of the above activities. it would be fine for small chopping - like kindling. and splitting of small branches into fine kindling. but it is too small, and does not have enough weight, for serious chopping.

in principle it could be thrown. but if you are after a real throwing tomahawk - I suggest that you get one for that purpose.

its value is as a lightweight extraction tool, as a small camp axe, and for close quarters self defense where you keep the weapon in your hand. unlike most tomahawks and axes, it does not feel too heavy to carry. I would have no problem strapping it onto my belt, or tossing it in a daypack. I usually wind up leaving "heavy steel" at home, but this one is light enough that I would carry it for general purpose.

just my $0.02

Pete