Council Tool 35-2MR 3.5 lbs. Michigan Double Bit Axe, 36" Straight Wooden Handle

Description: Up for sale is one Council Tool 35-2MR 3.5 lbs. Michigan Double Bit Axe, 36" Straight Wooden Handle, 100% Authentic. This item is NEW and shipping is FREE anywhere in the continental USA.Description from the manufacturer:3.5 lbs. Michigan pattern double bit axe with a 36 in. straight handle. Michigan pattern originated from the state of the same name. Double bit axes were sometimes sharpened in different ways. One end was thinner and sharper and used for knot-free cutting; the other end was thicker and blunter and was used when knots were present or to cut near the ground where contact with dirt was likely.Forged tool steel head. Made in USA.Hand sharpened double bits for cutting and splitting, sharpened in the same manner.ANSI Standards call for bit hardness of Rc 45-60, at least ½ inch back from the cutting edge. Council Tool internal standards call for tempered bit hardness of Rc 48-55 and we target 1-1/4 inches from the cutting edge.Head coated with red enamel and cutting edges in clear lacquer to deter rust.36 in. double-bit American hickory handle. Eye section is dried to below 10% moisture content to minimize shrinkage and help prevent loosening.Axe head is hydraulically seated onto handle and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge. The serrated shape improves bite and the aluminum choice of material is strong, lightweight and does not change size with moisture content.The interior detail of the eye is tapered and allows for a strong mechanical bond. Approximately 1/2 in. of overall length of handle is removed during assembly.Note: We do not ship knife / Axe to any place where it is not legal. We do not ship any knives to NY and MA.

Price: 69.49 USD

Location: New York, New York

End Time: 2024-10-18T14:55:20.000Z

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