Handle length for an old hatchet head?

[Oxbow]

I turned up an old carpenter's half hatchet head moving some dirt around a week or so ago.

After some wire brushing and a vinegar soak it cleaned up acceptably for the price.

I've filed the edge down past the pitting, I'd say the temper is a bit on the soft side. It's ready to hang, what is a good length of handle for a hatchet of this type? Treat it like a claw hammer or should it go longer?

 

[DarthTaco123]

Had the same exact thing happen to me, got the half hatchet right here on my desk. Same shape and everything.

 

[DeadboxHero]

My votes for 14 inches

 

[Axe Master '94]

You'll get differing opinions, anywhere from 12 to 20 inches. I like mine 16 to 18 optimally, but 14 isn't bad.

 

[Shotgun]

However long you like it really. 12-16 is about what I like. I had a hawk with a 19" handle and hated it. It's just personal preference.