Norland axe

[deltablade]

I have an old Norlund Hudsons Bay type axe which seems to have a good shape to the edge and blade. does anyone have experience with these?

 

[wildmike]

I have a small one that was given to me several years ago. They were a very fine axe good steel, profile and take a great edge. The one I have is around 11 or 12 inches long with a light head. Great little hatchet.

 

[tltt]

The older ones were universally respected, on par with older Kelly and Collins axes. Mann Axe of Lewistown, Pa was the trademark holder for many years.

 

[jds1]

Not the Hudson Bay pattern, but this one is one of my favorites. Found it rusting into obscurity at a flea market. It holds an edge very well and is a great splitter.

Jeff

 

[Joezilla]

Historically, (and keep in mind this is from a young fart) they are regarded as good finds, and carry a great steel. I have a hudson bay but I have not taken it out and used it enough to give any sort of good input on re profiling it. My guess is you'll be happy with it.

 

[hollowdweller]

I have one that I have reprofiled some.

I like the size of the one I have.