Premium #2 Hudson Bay Axe

2 Hudson Bay Premium VelvicutR axe is a shape and size ideal for camping, hunting or hiking expeditions. The Hudson Bay is small enough to pack and carry yet big enough to get the job done. The Hudson Bay pattern is believed to have originated in the Biscayan area of Northern Spain and was first used in North America as a trading piece along the fur trade routes. In this VelvicutR, Council Tool's took a traditional Hudson Bay pattern and added some length to the poll to improve the tool's balance. After it is drop forged, the axe head is rough ground in a state of the art robotic work cell. Then the hand work begins: an experienced artisan sharpens the cutting edge using increasingly fine abrasives and then finally with leather stropping. Relative to other patterns, the Hudson Bay has a very short eye length. This reduces the contact area between the head and handle, which can lead to looseness. Using a new and innovative design, Council Tool's pierce the eye with a special punch forming ribs horizontally and vertically inside the eye. This creates more contact area and bite between the head to handle joint. The result A stronger and more durable tool.The 19 inch hickory handle before assembly is produced from a blank selected for grain orientation and density, making it strong. Handle pattern features a prominent grip and a slim body that allows the handle to flex a bit, improving its ergonomics. OAL length of finished tool is 18.A sharp axe is a safe axe as it is less likely to glance out of the cut. Be assured that this axe has been hand honed by skilled craftsmen and is ready to use. All components are MADE IN USA.