Axe, Tomahawk & Hatchet Photo Thread

[Miller '72]

UPDATE

As it came to me...

So i brought it home

Well...turns out to be a Collins Crown and Hammer Hartford Legitimus Warrented, Connecticut pattern. Sadly i can't see how many points in the crown. I have my suspicions.

I think it will serve me well, back in service on this Link boys 28 that seems to have a light curly hickory action happening

 

[jds1]

Jeff

 

[sonofwilfred]

Today I made an old PLUMB usable again

 

[A.L.]

Big ol' Billnäs!

 

[jds1]

Got a new toy recently.

Jeff

 

[Alexaxe]

Link to pics in my google drive folder.

Bought a true temper rustless axe 12 inch handle 6 inch blade BT 2 or 3T2 stamped on end of the handle trying to date it. Has red paint on the axe head.

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1rkr2NYQvqPZk3tg4Nadko2u1i5iTz9gS

 

[A17]

The best way to date an axe is to take it on outdoorsy/camping dates, don’t try to rush the relationship along, and always respect it.

In all seriousness, the hatchet it what’s commonly known as a broad hatchet and, based on a “Rustless” ad I found, is from the 50’s or 60’s. Looks to be in good shape too!

 

[jds1]

Jeff

 

[sonofwilfred]

Jeff

A great collection of BRUKS

 

[Miller '72]

Jeff

I can never get my family to all sit still like this long enough for a nice family photo ...Great collection!

 

[jds1]

Thanks! Try promising them a trip to the woods if they sit still for a family portrait!

Jeff

 

[jds1]

A great collection of BRUKS

Thank you!

Jeff

 

[Old Plumber]

Workin on a 111 year old house, and found an EC Simmons Keen Kutter Axe. The homeowner used it as a pry bar, with predictable results. I hope to buy it from him.

 

[Scuba909]

Can anyone help me find out what these are? I think they are a old replica has a spear if u unscrew the bottom.

https://ibb.co/S5pBbM3
https://ibb.co/y0Stj5K
https://ibb.co/3N51FGg

 

[Miller '72]

Brought a few out from the garage to get some fresh air

 

[crbnSteeladdict]

Brought a few out from the garage to get some fresh air

Now I know why they are so hard to find!!! Greedy Bas.........d
I did not know you got Rockaway axe. What is it ? Going by the shape of handle: TT?

 

[Miller '72]

Now I know why they are so hard to find!!! Greedy Bas.........d
I did not know you got Rockaway axe. What is it ? Going by the shape of handle: TT?

Hey there LOL!
The Rockaway is a Plumb.

 

[Old Plumber]

I soaked the head of the EC Simmons in vinegar, and this is what it looked like. Note, what I'm calling the temper line, between the rusty portion, and the gray area. Than there is black on the bit. Can anyone tell me what causes the black, after a vinegar bath?

It has thick cheeks, so I put a hickory sapwood splitting maul handle, on it.

The wedge that came with the handle wasn't enough, so I split a piece of oak to about 5/16", than shaved it to 3/16" using a draw knife. Than shaved it to a wedge, and drove it into the center of the other wedge. I think it will make a good splitting axe.

 

[crbnSteeladdict]

I soaked the head of the EC Simmons in vinegar, and this is what it looked like. Note, what I'm calling the temper line, between the rusty portion, and the gray area. Than there is black on the bit. Can anyone tell me what causes the black, after a vinegar bath?

It has thick cheeks, so I put a hickory sapwood splitting maul handle, on it.

The wedge that came with the handle wasn't enough, so I split a piece of oak to about 5/16", than shaved it to 3/16" using a draw knife. Than shaved it to a wedge, and drove it into the center of the other wedge. I think it will make a good splitting axe.

I believe this axe has high carbon steel overlaid bit (grey steel). Black steel= that part was hardened.

 

[Old Plumber]

Thank you carbon steel addict. I have never seen anything like the black portion of this axe head. It doesn't scrub off with soap and water but, when dry, it rubs off with a paper towel.
I would like to know if the "black" is carbon coming out of the steel.