Let's talk about axes (1 Viewer)
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The Estwings are awesome for the money. They make the one you linked and one with a longer handle, but I would grab the shorter one around camp.
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IIRC Council is what replaced the old Baileys line. I've heard good things on their heads.
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If you can't find a handle you like contact Beaver Tooth in Tennessee for a handle. They offer a couple of woods and can get you squared away. They probably have what you need and if not they can make it with a few pics and a phone call.
Beaver Tooth Handle Co. Replacement Axe & Tool Handles Sheaths Wedges
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that guy is a douchenoozle. As for a productive contribution to this thread... yes, the fiskars is a solid tool. no need to spend more other than for douchennozle bragging rights. BTW, what type of wood worker uses an electric file and chain file guide?? The type that gets paid by youtube.
One of the few times I have found home depot to be cheaper than amazon, thought I should mention it for anyone interested in the estwing (s)
Estwing 16 in. Camper's Nylon-Vinyl Shock Reduction Grip Handle Axe-E44A - The Home Depot
Estwing 26 in. Camper's Nylon-Vinyl Grip Handle Axe-E45A - The Home Depot
Estwing 16 in. Camper's Nylon-Vinyl Shock Reduction Grip Handle Axe-E44A - The Home Depot
Estwing 26 in. Camper's Nylon-Vinyl Grip Handle Axe-E45A - The Home Depot
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I got to use my X15. (http://amzn.to/2zDAdVz)
It was awesome. Chopped firewood with ease. Great length and weight.
I didn't have to do any heavy duty work with it yet but it more than satisfied what I needed it for. And for the price I can't complain! The orange part of the handle is a bit grippy too so that works well.
It was awesome. Chopped firewood with ease. Great length and weight.
I didn't have to do any heavy duty work with it yet but it more than satisfied what I needed it for. And for the price I can't complain! The orange part of the handle is a bit grippy too so that works well.
those are what i have and have had to use thereafter the fires and the tropical storm.
they are not professional wood cutting axes but for the money do the job.
I have the 26in Estwing and, while it is great for limbing live trees, the edge geometry isn't great for splitting dry wood. I see it more as a bushwacking clearing trailhead, hammering on stuff kind of axe. The fact that the handle and head are all one piece is pretty sweet. If you are looking for a firewood chopper I would recommend something with a straighter edge to it.
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That guy gets his tools free or at a deep discount. No way he'll ever give an impartial opinion.