Felling Axe - never had one before

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nezzman

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Hey all,

As the title suggests, I need a felling axe.

I am 5’8”
Max tree size 14 inches
Budget $100 (I am in the UK btw)

What would the best handle length be? Out of the ones I am looking at, one has a 28” handle, and the other a 32” (excluding the head).

I have been looking at the following:

Are they around the same quality?

Thanks :)

https://www.edged-arts.co.uk/modern...ttern-axe-phantom-council-tools-usa-ct35jc36c


https://uk.knivesandtools.eu/en/pt/-hultafors-chopping-axe-1500-gram-hy-10-1-5-sv.htm
 
My preference would be the 28" with a little lighter head. I am about the same height and 14" isn't a very big tree.
 
For current production axes I like council tools axes . I prefer a double bit for felling. My go to axe for felling is marked true temper Vulcan and Kelly, on a 36 inch handle. it was bought new by my late uncle in 1939 or 40. It has been hafted on a 36 inch handle as long as I can remember. I broke the handle out of it throwing it at a tree in 74-75
 
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