A couple huntsman axes in L6

[BenR.T.]

Just finished up these two Huntsman axes in L6. Figured I would share some pics....

 

[lwrhea]

Those are so nice Ben. I like the safe carry cover too. Excellent.

 

[ctkelly]

Very nice work.

 

[300Six]

Estwing started this integral-metal-handle craze 80 years ago (unbreakable hammers) and only through their economic clout as prominent manufacturer managed to nix 15-20 year ago American legislative efforts at banning tools that induced carpal tunnel and vibration-what-have-you syndromes. Ancient and lo-tech as they seem wood handles have endured the test of time of not afflicting their owners. Most buyers of your implements will use them at most 3-4 hours a year ands aren't likely to be affected but still it's nice to know why and how things evolved they way they did. A true woodman's axe with an eye and a wood handle is likely, for you, way more work and won't look anywhere near as fashionably cool as what you're offering.
Just my two cents worth. Your gear otherwise looks great.

 

[BenR.T.]

Those are so nice Ben. I like the safe carry cover too. Excellent.

Thanks Lin! I find it very functional and it offers lots of options for mounting.

Very nice work.

Thanks!

Estwing started this integral-metal-handle craze 80 years ago (unbreakable hammers) and only through their economic clout as prominent manufacturer managed to nix 15-20 year ago American legislative efforts at banning tools that induced carpal tunnel and vibration-what-have-you syndromes. Ancient and lo-tech as they seem wood handles have endured the test of time of not afflicting their owners. Most buyers of your implements will use them at most 3-4 hours a year ands aren't likely to be affected but still it's nice to know why and how things evolved they way they did. A true woodman's axe with an eye and a wood handle is likely, for you, way more work and won't look anywhere near as fashionably cool as what you're offering.
Just my two cents worth. Your gear otherwise looks great.

Thanks very much for you thoughtful input, I appreciate it.
Having spent my fair share of time around both wood handle axes and estwings, I understand what you are saying. Hitting metal nails all day and occasionally cutting wood are two different animals though.

I do however feel there is a place for near indestructible full tang axes. Wood handles are meant to be used and eventually, if need be, replaced. In some situations that could be impractical or impossible.
Although these are more of a wood cutting design, some of my axe/hawks are used by service men, where failure is not an option.
Some people just prefer the reliability of a full tang hawk/axe.

That said I personally love the look and feel of a classic axe with a nice wood handle. Lin's axes are an excellent example of form and function, and I don't think classic handles will ever go away.