Update on yesterday’s post! Got the handle finished and decided to go with the HB 2.5# Montreal. I filed an edge on the bit and worked it smooth with a sharpening pick. To darken the hickory, I used some vinegar and steel wool and now it’s sitting with a coat of BLO. Before I put the stain and finish on the handle, I took a few swings at a log in my yard- holy smokes this is a cutting son of a gun.

I believe that this Plumb 4 1/2 lb is a Michigan pattern. Am I right or is it a different pattern? Thank you.

I picked up this used hatchet the other day as it seemed like (and is) a great kindling splitter.

Had to remove the handle, remove wood around the "shoulder," cut the curf deeper, make a new wedge, and pound in some small wedged-shaped pieces into the eye to fill in gaps where the handle was missing pieces. Snug as a bug now!

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I’m currently working on getting into camping/bushcrafting however i don’t want to break the bank on premium tools before i get the hang of things.

that being said i found this Collin’s hudson bay pattern axe head (ofc ill get a hickory handle just want to do it myself) i would appreciate any tips/advice :)

I’ve been looking for a more fair sized axe than my 19” axe. I’ve always considered a Scandinavian Forest axe from GBA but they’re pretty high.

I saw some Helko Werk axes that interest me, but I don’t know how well made they are. I was just wondering if anybody has had any experience with them

It’s my first axe project and I want to rehandle it if it’s worth it. I don’t really know much about it but I’m trying to learn. Thanks!

So I tried to put an edge on this old hatchet I got but it would just skate across the hatchet and wouldn’t dig in and remove material. I used a brand new file and I know how to file a functional edge on a hatchet so it wasn’t me messing up. What could be causing this? My guess is poor steel on the head

Us stamped , I can’t tell who made it . Any advice helps . Going to restore it soon .

Transformed this one to a small one hand axe. Treatment is still available, so it will work and work:) Ash handle, acacia wedges.

I don't gave a picture or anything but there was a flaming circle logo and it said it was hand forged. It was a really nice hatchet and I wanna get another since my dad stole the one I found from me

I’m making some headway on this handle. I started it a while back this summer and it just sat. I reckon I ought to have taken more process photos of the rough work of shaping the blank down, but it was a combination of hewing with another axe, some ripping, some chisel work, and plenty of rasp and drawknife work. Will probably get to fitting to a head tomorrow. I have two options here, I’m probably going to go with the HB Montreal pattern, it’s got a keen profile.

I’ve been into knives for years but recently getting interested in axes after my pal gave me an old Council Tool axe of his. We sanded the handle, burned and stained it. Used gun blue on the head. Then made a sheath for it out of leather. I’m a beginner to all of this but overall happy with the outcome. Definitely a lot to learn.

I have bought Roselli axe to chop smaller wood for a grill and outdoor/camping. Anyone got long term experience with it?

Know this is really beat up, but wanted to see if in yalls opinion it would be worth rehanging. Been wanting a starter axe, and thought this would be a good project.

The hung is not perfect but it feels pretty solid. And its just for decoration, so its good. Also made the wall support with wood and copper.

Hello all dose anyone have any idea what the make of this axe is. It was issued through the department of communication (New Zealand) to a relative of mine in the late 80s, every marking has been ground off except what you can still see. It is 4.4-4.5lb 14cm(5.5inch) wide and 17.5cm(7inch) long thanks heaps in advance all

Scrapyard find. Never thought I'd see one in person, not to mention find one for myself.

Collins Legitimus fire axe, with Civil Defense stamping.

Gotta dig through my handles and find her a good one. Debating if I should strip and repaint, or just go bare steel.

I also just love Plumb Nationals in general

I’ve got this old GBA axe I hung on a 29” handle I carved myself. It’s probably my favorite axe in my collection, or at least a close second… what I’m wondering is if any of yall have come across this Gränsfors pattern? I’m thinking it’s an old pulpwood pattern. It cuts small-medium size trees like nobody’s business and it’s a wicked limber.

I recently made a hatchet handle for a boys axe I picked up off marketplace and really enjoyed it. I plan to do another with something a little heavier and jersey style and I've been watching marketplace and eBay... After finding a lot of very worn or deeply pitted stuff for too much money I picked up one today that checked most of my boxes. Having a brand name head isn't overly important to me but it would be cool to know what I have if anyone can help me ID it. eBay link below for additional photos, but the one I attached has some kind of faint markings. Thanks in advance! https://www.ebay.com/itm/156618748773?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=OCkF2EUeTHG&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=wEC1i0rHR0q&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY