Axe Blade Maintenance
First things first, it’s called a “head” if you are talking about the entire steel piece that’s fitted to (hung is the proper terminology, by the way) the haft (or…
Axe Blade to Knob: Know the Parts of Your Axe
Knowing how to handle your axe safely is one thing, and it is critical to safe and effective use. But once you master that, if you really want to consider…
Proper Maintenance of an Axe Blade
Ask anyone who heats their home with wood what the most important (or versatile) tool in their arsenal is and you will get the answer “axe” 99 out of 100…
Axe “Blade” Terminology: Understanding Basic Terms
Axe terminology is a bit different from knives and other bladed tools, but these implements have a long history of use in forestry, battle, and elsewhere. One of the most…