Nov 15, 2023 · I have been using a DeWalt hatchet for about 5 years now and want an upgrade. Under 125 is preferable and not to big, it has to fit on the side of a pack.

Aug 13, 2018 · I have this old hatchet. Tell me about Norlund quality vs a GB hatchet. Been eyeing the one for sale on here but why buy his when I already have one.?.?. Right? Anyone know what steel the norlund is?

Jul 22, 2016 · For most hatchet heads yes there is. For hewing hatchets many were made so that they could be fitted either way depending on the users needs left handed vs right. The eye can be larger on one side or the other. Or it can be symmetrical, or hourglass shaped. Most hatchet heads are fairly obvious to those familiar with axes as to which end is up and which is down. …

May 19, 2011 · Because I have been generally knocked out by the quality of Swiss surplus gear, I was let down by the new Swiss "Reserve" hatchet that was delivered to me today from Sportman's Guide. SG markets this as "Swedish" on their website but it is Swiss, as marked on their shipping label and product...

Feb 28, 2017 · Hope this isn't heresy, but I plan on restoring an old Plumb half hatchet for use as a camp ax. This one is about 50 years old. Any info on the steel quality and type?

Jan 4, 2021 · It will chop/do hatchet things just fine with a little work. The profile of what I have seen in the store is on the thicker side, and thinning it out does help with chopping. Like most cheap drop forged steel tools there are some variations from one hatchet to the other, but it can be turned into a serviceable tool. Check the eye/wedge on them and make sure you have a …

Mar 12, 2024 · Hello! Very new to anything bushcraft and outdoors but having a blast learning and exploring. So, again, I am very new and just learning as I go with things. I recently bought an Estwing Sportsman Hatchet with a leather handle that obviously has lacquer or something similar on the handle. What...

Jun 26, 2023 · The half hatchet with an MSRP of $31 looks a lot like the one linked in the OP. I've been using my rig builder's hatchet since 94 and the only maintenance has been a resharpening and a new handle after the old one wore out due to abuse.

Sep 27, 2021 · I found a good deal on this Plumb the other day for $20+shipping. I'm trying to decide what to do with it and see if anyone knows the approximate age? The eye looks pre-permabond. I was originally planning on hanging it on a 19" haft for a small, lightweight pack axe but I think this is the...

Mar 13, 2014 · My little brother was given an old hatchet. There are a couple small nicks in the blade edge, but nothing horrible. I can file it out. But is there a specific angle I should be aiming for when it comes the edge? The head doesn't seem to …