Council Tool 2.0 Lb Hudson Bay Camp Axe, 19 Inch Curved Handle wit...

Council Tool 2.0 Lb Hudson Bay Camp Axe, 19 Inch Curved Handle with Leather Sheath

Council has been making hand tools since 1886 and set the standard for quality and design. All Council axe heads are drop forged from high quality tool steel.

DESCRIPTION AND USAGE

2 Lb Hudson Bay Premium Velvicut 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 has a very short eye length that helps to reduce the contact area between the head and handle. A sharp axe is a safe axe as it is less likely to glance out of the cut. .
This 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 inches.

DETAILS AND FEATURES

• Forged from 5160 grade alloy steel
• Bit is heat treated and quenched approximately 1 inch from the cutting edge, then tempered for maximum edge holding and toughness; final hardness Rc 52-56
• Handle is made of grade A American hickory and its traditional pattern embodies the heirloom quality of axes
• Forged axe head is hung in a traditional manner using a softwood wedge along with a round steel wedge for added security
• Axe head is coated with light oil to prevent rusting and to showcase the exceptional Council Tool craftsmanship. A Linseed oil coating is applied to protect the handle
• Premium leather sheath protects the tool and user and features a buckle for fastening, a belt slit and an embossed logo

• 2 Lb head; 19 inch Curved hickory handle
• Forged from 5160 grade alloy steel
• Bit is heat treated and quenched approximately 1 inch from the cutting edge, then tempered for maximum edge holding and toughness; final hardness Rc 52-56
• Axe head is coated with light oil to prevent rusting and to showcase the exceptional Council Tool craftsmanship
• Premium leather sheath protects the tool and user and features a buckle for fastening, a belt slit and an embossed logo