Anyone Collect Axes & Hatchets?

[dx313]

Underhill Edge Tool co. looks to have started around 1850, with most of their production taking place in Nashua, NH. They were later bought by American Axe. I don't really have a date for this piece, but I would wager late 1800's-early 1900's.

Bit of history - The axe used in the famous Lizzie Borden murder case was an Underhill...

Glenn[/quote]

Awesome find, Glenn! Always glad to learn new things about axes!

[TripleF]

You hit the mother lode DX!!! Knice!


I scored these this past weekend....
One is 3 3/4lb Made in Sweden and the other I believe reads: Charleston _ _ _ ___ _ _ _ US _, so I'm guessing it's a Kelley made in Charleston VA. USA.

[vikingdog]

Those should clean up nice TripleF. Soak them in vinegar or just try some GOJO waterless hand cleaner and steel wool.

Here's a few recent finds. A Collins Legitimus and a Mann Knot Klipper. A Mann True American True Temper Flint Edge head.

[vikingdog]

A couple of junkers from the flea market today, before and after photos. The double bit is a PLUMB the single bit is marked Clear Cut. I need to do some file work on the PLUMB.

[FRJ]

Nice clean up, mike.
Will you hang a handle on that Clear Cut?

[vikingdog]

Thanks Joe. I'll probably put a handle on it eventually. I'd like to use a vintage one if I can.

[junebug]

REALLY COOL THREAD.....BEEN FOLLOWING FOR A WHILE NOW....

I THINK I HAVE SHOWN THE TOMAHAWK B4????


BUT HERE ARE THE FEW I HAVE......I DO HAVE ONE MORE WORK HORSE I NEED TO SNAP A PIC OF (NEW STYLE FISKARS).......
I MADE BOTH THE SHEATHS FROM A OLD THICK LEATHER BELT AND PARACORD ...........AND I'AM WORKING ON ONE FOR THE TRUE TEMPER HAND AX, I JUST GOT ON FATHERSDAY




GRANSFORS BRUKS - stamped "CROWN (SYMBOL)" over "GB" and "1 1/2" underneath hammer area near handle........... what would ya call this pattern?? boys hatchet??

TRUE TEMPER - FLINT EDGE- would this be called a hand ax????

TOMAHAWK - UNMARKED --had this for a long long time....and love the looks of it!

[vikingdog]

Flea market finds from yesterday. Kelly Works True Temper Red Warrior, Kelly Works Champion, Mann Edge Knot Klipper.

[dx313]

I scored these this past weekend....
One is 3 3/4lb Made in Sweden and the other I believe reads: Charleston _ _ _ ___ _ _ _ US _, so I'm guessing it's a Kelley made in Charleston VA. USA.

Scott, have you cleaned up those axes to find any other markings? I can guarantee that everyone would love to see close up pictures!

Jared

[dx313]

GRANSFORS BRUKS - stamped "CROWN (SYMBOL)" over "GB" and "1 1/2" underneath hammer area near handle........... what would ya call this pattern?? boys hatchet??

TRUE TEMPER - FLINT EDGE- would this be called a hand ax????

I would personally call both of them hatchets, but that's just me! I've heard people call it a boy's axe/hatchet before, but I've never heard the term hand axe!

Jared

[dx313]

Flea market finds from yesterday. Kelly Works True Temper Red Warrior, Kelly Works Champion, Mann Edge Knot Klipper.

Mike, if you find another Mann Knot Klipper, I think you need to sell it to me! I should be getting a good acquisition sometime early next week. Super pumped about it, will post pictures soon.

Jared

[vikingdog]

The next Knot a Klipper is yours Jared, but I'm hoping to find you a Sager first.

[FRJ]

Real nice looking tools shown here.
Keep it up guys.

[vikingdog]

Thanks Joe. Easier to find and cheaper than good vintage knives.

[Miller Bro's]

Wow! You guys have been picking up some nice axes

[vikingdog]

Thanks Dimitri, we don't fool around!

[vikingdog]

For reference:

[junebug]

COOL CHART! ................
THANKS FOR POSTING IT!!!!

[Miller Bro's]

[TripleF]

I'll be keeping this AMES USA boys axe I scored for $1.50 at an estate sale this past weekend...

[IMBand]

WOW Scott!!......what a fantastic find!! Good decision on keeping that one.... ...

IM

[TripleF]

Thanks Trevor!

Any clues on what the riveted head is all about? Was that some new idea in chopping wood or something?

[junebug]

NICE SNAG,SCOTT!!!


I WOULD THINK A MANUFACTURING WAY TO SAVE MONEY..........

EASIER THAN CASTING OR FORGING ENTIRE HEAD WITH EYELET?????? (JUST A GUESS)

SEEMS LIKE A TON OF STRESS ON 3 RIVETS.......................

[btrwtr]

Some really beautiful pieces posted here!

Here are 3 KeenKutter hatchets I have.

Wayne

[TripleF]

GORGEOUS!!!