How do I know if my AXE is good?

Remember, the handle can be replaced cheaply and easily. It’s the head that we’re after. “You’re really interested in a good quality head that hasn’t had a lot of the metal chipped or ground off,” says Brett. If the ax head just has some small chips or is a little rusty, that can be fixed and cleaned up.

Why is it called a Michigan AXE?

This axe head was created due to a demand for a better tool to handle the dense White Pine in the lumber rich area of Michigan. Lumber as a whole in the United States was a very big industry, especially this part of the United States. And so, the Michigan axe was created.

What is the difference between a felling AXE and a splitting AXE?

Splitting axes are designed to create smaller chunks by splitting wood fibers apart. This is in contrast to a felling axe, which cuts through those wood fibers. Trust us: you’ll feel extremely frustrated if you attempt to use a felling axe for wood splitting purposes.

What is a Jersey AXE for?

Single and Double Bits The Jersey axe only comes with a single bit, or one blade. Double-bit axes were designed as felling axes, or axes to cut down trees, and the additional blade could be used without having to resharpen the first.

What is an AXE head?

1. axe head – the cutting head of an ax. ax head. ax, axe – an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle. wedge – something solid that is usable as an inclined plane (shaped like a V) that can be pushed between two things to separate them.

What makes a good felling AXE?

The best felling axe has a long handle; around 30 inches in length. It goes without saying but, a hatchet isn’t fit for felling trees. It’s possible, sure, but it will take a long time using a hatchet. As for the weight, most of it comes from the head.

Can you split wood with a felling AXE?

The felling axe has been used for many years to cut wood but since the invention of the chainsaw, going out to cut firewood with an axe is not very common. A felling axe should not be used to split wood.

What is the best AXE handle?

Many axe enthusiasts still consider ash or hickory handles to be the best you can have for any type of axe, because they look and feel great in the hands. Wood handles are great at absorbing shocks, which can be annoying or even hazardous to your health if you have joint problems.

Is wood or fiberglass AXE handle better?

Fiberglass shovel handles are generally more durable than wooden handles. They are less likely than wooden handles to break as a result of impact. If they do break, however, fiberglass handles are more difficult to replace than wooden handles, and replacement handles are not widely available.