oxhead

[arachn'auquébec]

Hi!
I would first like to thank you for all the good info I can find on this forum. I have spent many hours lurking, and I have learned a lot.

My question to you axe experts is simple, what do you think about the oxhead axes like the ones we can buy here:
http://www.bensbackwoods.com/servlet/Categories?category=Axes:Oxhead

I would also have a more specific question, does anyone know a good axe dealer in eastern canada?

Thanks for any advice!

 

[klammer]

leevalley.com would be your best bet for good axes.

 

[Alberta Ed]

These are superb axes; I have both a double bit and a single bit on a 24" handle. They are excellent choppers, but a bit too thin to be the best splitters. I pinned the heads (drilled a 3/16" hole through and tapped in a nail, then filed it flush), and treated the handles with tung oil after sanding them down.

 

[Varulv]

Hi!
I would also have a more specific question, does anyone know a good axe dealer in eastern canada?]

Lee Valley Tools
is an exellent dealer i've got my Gränfors Brüks from them.

I know a store where you can get some model of Iltis ox-head,but the store is located in Rouyn-Noranda...i dont know if they sell by mail-order.

http://www.servicesexploration.com/rouyn/recherche.asp?Action=2&l=H

 

[arachn'auquébec]

Thank you guys, its nice to be able to get such valuable advice.

 

[Snake Dr.]

I think the smaller Axe Head with the 4 1/4" Cutting Edge and 19 OZ.'s In wieght, 6 1/2" Total length Head on a 18" or 19" Handle would be a nice combo, I like the Thin edge profile, Just might have to give one of these a try "And the price aint bad eaither", I think these OX Head Axe's would be a Great Combo paired up with Vec's Composite GEN 1 MK 4 Handle's ! The OX Head Axe Picture Is from Ben's BackWood's.Com Web-Site,

 

[riflmn]

Great idea, Snake. Based upon your recommendation I am in the process of working out the details with Vec for a build on one of the Oxhead 1.3# heads. I will post a review when I get it.

 

[Snake Dr.]

Great idea, Snake. Based upon your recommendation I am in the process of working out the details with Vec for a build on one of the Oxhead 1.3# heads. I will post a review when I get it.

Good Deal, That's Great ! I've got to do some saveing befor I can Invest In the High End Wolrd of Hawk's & Axe's, Good Luck with It and I cant wait to see the Finished product and get your review, I think your gonna end up with the Ultimate Camp Axe ! :thumbup: