I really need to find one. Just don't pop up here in UK. Think I'll just have to bite-the-bullet and buy one off Ebay. USA. But the sellers want upwards of $70 plus $30 shipping for them. Don't mind paying the shipping but think 70 bucks for a head in that condition is a tad much. Nice video, can't wait for boss to turn his back so I can watch part 2 ha ha.
I completely agree with you that a brand name doesn't really matter. It seems like most axe restoration videos focus solely on the who the manufacturer was and how great that company made axes. And then there's the all-too-common misconception that an unmarked axe is (somehow) "sub-par"...some people have a delusional idea that such axes were made in China, Mexico, or wherever they believe cheap steel is manufactured. Bizarre is all I can say. I have a Connecticut (handed-down to me from my uncle) and a double-bit Michigan, both of which have to visible markings or brand name...but they superb axes with very well-tempered steel. A pristine logo matters more to collectors as a showpiece than to those of us who us who put our axes to work.
I imagine the Connie would go for a decent price even without a stamp, they are rare enough. I've always wanted to see one up close but they didn't get out this way apparently. Stayed in New England.
So when you see one of these with the lip/lug that sticks out but that's rounded off, is it safe to assume someone did that themselves and that it was originally pointed, or are there different axe heads that are identical aside from that?
Great job on the cord wood challenge! Keep making great videos
Thanks Daniel. Don't know how great they are, but maybe with practice.
I'm about to purchase one of these, excited...
I just got mine out of an acid bath paid five bucks for it hanging it this weekend, it's a true temper Kelly perfect
Looks great! So long as it doesn't turn to marshmallow when you use it (it won't), you couldn't spend a better 2 bucks. Nice job!
Thanks Splitseed. Now I need to restore my Planet Jr. finally. That old video is sitting there mocking me.
I really need to find one. Just don't pop up here in UK.
Think I'll just have to bite-the-bullet and buy one off Ebay. USA. But the sellers want upwards of $70 plus $30 shipping for them. Don't mind paying the shipping but think 70 bucks for a head in that condition is a tad much. Nice video, can't wait for boss to turn his back so I can watch part 2 ha ha.
I love jerseys too
I completely agree with you that a brand name doesn't really matter. It seems like most axe restoration videos focus solely on the who the manufacturer was and how great that company made axes. And then there's the all-too-common misconception that an unmarked axe is (somehow) "sub-par"...some people have a delusional idea that such axes were made in China, Mexico, or wherever they believe cheap steel is manufactured. Bizarre is all I can say. I have a Connecticut (handed-down to me from my uncle) and a double-bit Michigan, both of which have to visible markings or brand name...but they superb axes with very well-tempered steel. A pristine logo matters more to collectors as a showpiece than to those of us who us who put our axes to work.
I imagine the Connie would go for a decent price even without a stamp, they are rare enough. I've always wanted to see one up close but they didn't get out this way apparently. Stayed in New England.
That's bananas
So when you see one of these with the lip/lug that sticks out but that's rounded off, is it safe to assume someone did that themselves and that it was originally pointed, or are there different axe heads that are identical aside from that?
will you not do anything to remove the rust from the eye?