Neo Tribal Huntsman Axe

[BenR.T.]

I just finished up this one off version of my Huntsman Axe. These are my compact woods hawk/axe inspired by Norse bearded axes.
This one I did something different which I think came out very cool. I gave it textured Wenge scales, with bamboo fiber cord wrap top and bottom. The wrap offers extra grip in either a choked up or power grip and is epoxy soaked for extra durability.
It has three flared copper tubes as well structural epoxy holding the scales on. I gave the exposed copper tube a nice antique patina.

The steel I used for these is L6. It is an extremely tough steel that takes a wicked sharp edge, and I think it is suited very well for hawks.
I spring tempered the tang for additional toughness.




I know most will say leather would look better, but everyone wants kydex, so that is what I make for them.


Here is a more modern version I just finished as well.

 

[Lycosa]

THAT... is so cool!
rolf

 

[Karl B. Andersen]

I really do like that. Looks to be very useful.
Thanks, Ben. :thumbup:

 

[BenR.T.]

Thanks gentlemen!

 

[SBranson]

Very cool looking and great photos too.

 

[BenR.T.]

Thanks Stuart, I appreciate it.

 

[John White]

Very cool looking and great photos too.

I'm with Stuart on these axes..and photos as well..

John

 

[mohd]

Looks great especially the first one :thumbup:
Agree with Stu and John

mohd

 

[xaman]

Wow, great job! The neo-tribal version is particularly striking.

 

[BenR.T.]

Thanks everyone!

I was pretty happy at how the Neo-tribal version came out.

 

[SilentJohn]

 

[makandr]

Cool!

 

[Pete_H]

The bamboo cord looks sensational they way you've used it. Be continuing that look!

 

[BenR.T.]

Thanks so much. :thumbup:

 

[SilentJohn]

man I wish I could afford one of these