USA stamped Kelly

[jmh76]

I did search. I have a True Temper Flint Edge Kelly Works in a Dayton patern. It is also stamped "USA" near the poll, why the addidional stamp? I hate to make a post but have not found answer. Thanks for your time.

 

[cooperhill]

Military issue I believe.

 

[killa_concept]

Military issue I believe.

This or Forestry service. Though they usually stamp those heads with USFS, they occasionally just put USA on them. Or they just happened to stamp in on there at the factory..

 

[Double Ott]

Military issue I believe.

I'm with Copper, military issue. My guess your Kelly is a Dayton pattern, 3.5 Lbs, about 7" bit to poll with a 4" bit, on a 32" or 36" curved handle (if it's original).
Forest Service are usually stamped FSS for Forest Service Supply.

 

[jmh76]

Thanks guys. It is head only now. Have to get some Hickory this week. Ive got 5 other heads that need hung. Gonna hit it hard this weekend. Octagon or round for this one?

 

[pdangerp]

Mine was hand marked USNPS for national park service. Looks like it was done with a center punch.

 

[jmh76]

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