West of Seattle, outdoor kindling hatchet saved (and done)

[bearhunter]

Very nice looking work

 

[scruffuk]

That's a superb repro!!

Can't wait to see the finished job.

 

[OutdoorEnvy]

Nice thread progression. Looking forward to seeing it finished up.

 

[CedarEater]

I hung it today. Its not perfect but it should work just fine.


Purple heart maple was used as the wedge.

It feels good, even choked up.

Some swell shots.

I think its looking good.

And into the BLO bath it goes. 2 parts thinner to 1 part BLO for a couple days.

The haft will get another sanding with 120 grit and coat tomorrow. Then finer grits and more concentrated BLO for the following days.

 

[Square_peg]

Man, you don't mess around. I like it!

 

[daizee]

That looks great!!
You're inspiring me to try making my own 20" handle...

 

[Liam Ryan]

That came out really nice, you do good work!

 

[CedarEater]

It's finally all oiled up and done. I really like the 3D ring at the bend in the grip.

It finally went back home and my sister assures me it will no longer live outside.

All in all I am happy with how my second ever haft turned out. Now I need a new project.

 

[daizee]

NICE!

You just need a new axe head.
Sunday!

 

[Liam Ryan]

Nice work!

 

[Sluicebox]

This was a great thread, glad that I found it. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

 

[jblyttle]

Wow. I bow to you sir.

That is also my favorite sized axe. I don't take down many trees around here, I love a 2lb head on an 18-19" handle.

 

[High_Noon]

Very nice work. I'm sure your sister will enjoy it for many, many years to come.

 

[Curt Hal]

That is very fine work! Thanks for sharing the photos.

 

[Dusty One]

Well Done !

 

[trestle]

Excellent work, thanks for posting all of the pictures.

 

[cityofthesouth]

very nicely done!