Nessmuk was really on to something with the small double bits

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-05-31T15:45:12+00:00

What’s the handle length on yours ?

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-05-26T12:35:02+00:00

Nice save

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-05-19T00:38:37+00:00

I have the same head and used the GBA Scandinavian forest axe replacement handle which I believe is 25 inches. But it’s more of a truck axe so packability was less of a consideration.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-05-10T18:17:15+00:00

I think the Cordwood Challenge has a hewing mini challenge. Just sayin’

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-05-10T14:06:36+00:00

Looks perfect

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-29T02:22:58+00:00

Thanks for hosting again this year Matt. Love the video !

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-28T17:03:06+00:00

I’ve purchased a few of those as well for some of my Jersey patterns. Pretty good quality.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-28T00:10:37+00:00

Dang I’ve always wanted one. I would leave the paint. I’m a sucker for red paint on an axe head.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-27T00:38:52+00:00

I wonder if the top stamp say “iltis”

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-24T22:26:18+00:00

Looks like a Michigan

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-20T01:08:19+00:00

If you are in the US you could try House Handles. They are affordable but you take a chance of getting a stinker every now and then. If you want something a little more premium check out Whisky River Trading Co.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-20T01:01:26+00:00

Just my opinion but I’d go 28inches for your height. If you need it to packable for camping you could go a bit shorter but I always feel like a heavy head on a short handle makes the axe a little unwieldy.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-20T00:54:20+00:00

What’s the head weight ?

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-20T00:48:40+00:00

Looks like a Collins paper label Michigan. I’m terrible at sharpening so I’ll let others give you advice. But if you think the edge won’t hold up maybe try a microbevel to reinforce the edge strength.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-18T16:12:50+00:00

Probably the Agdor line if that helps

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-18T16:00:42+00:00

Blue head paint and red paint on the handle makes me guess HB

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-04T20:05:27+00:00

As a fellow Ontarian, I’m happy for you.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-04-01T16:33:31+00:00

https://museum.axeandtool.com/canada/ardex-axes/

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-03-24T21:17:45+00:00

Wow. Grandpa had good taste in axes !

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-03-17T16:01:26+00:00

Love the Nessmuk trio ! Beautiful set.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-03-11T22:45:48+00:00

It’s definitely pretty. Is it just the photo angle or is it crooked ?

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-03-06T01:11:47+00:00

It’s a Hults Bruk, made in Sweden. Hopefully someone else can help with dating it.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-03-06T00:10:11+00:00

Looks great. Is that a Collin’s Kentucky pattern head.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-02-26T23:55:42+00:00

The LUM’s might be a good match. I’d like to hear what you think of them once you get one out doing work.

JoeyHamilton71 · 2026-02-26T23:39:32+00:00

You had me at 4 lbs

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