Axes

I have this 28" Fiskars Chopping Axe (not a spliter).. It's been mounted to the roof rack but hasn't really affected the blade. I've used it for chopping up a tree blocking the trail on one of the adopt a trail clean up days, it seemed to cut pretty well. Since then I've just used it to split some firewood.

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I've been using a Fiskars X25 for a while - partly because it's affordable and can live on the roof of the 4Runner and not get ruined, and partly because it splits like a son of a gun!
I keep a Hults Bruks Jonaker on my belts for quick and small branch removal or kindling prep, but have recently acquired their new American Felling Axe for testing and use.

http://www.gearinstitute.com/gear-n...s-the-american-felling-axe-by-dave-canterbury
 
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This is a good thread.
Is there an advantage on what kind of material is used for the handle? Between wood, fiber glass or other material, which is a good option for something that stays out on the roof rack and exposed to elements all the time?
 
mtbkr said:
Between wood, fiber glass or other material, which is a good option for something that stays out on the roof rack and exposed to elements all the time?
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I keep a Nupla pulaski axe with a molded in fiberglass handle right next to my fiberglass handled #murderspork on the rack specifically for that reason mtbkr. They're not up there year round but I like to not even have to think about it.
 
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I'm looking for a good reliable axe that won't break the bank. Gerber, Fiskars or something else?
 
My opinion: the best axe is the one you have. I bought a fiber handled axe from Tractor Supply for around $15 and have been using it as much as I need. Spent the last two days off chopping up roots around a busted water line in the yard. It's been good, I put an edge on it with an angle grinder and touch it up with a bastard file whenever it needs it.
 
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Thanks Steve! I came across that thread a few days ago but couldn't find it again.
 
In my opinion spend a little extra o a good axe and get quality. Gransfors are not cheap but will last!
 
kslatton said:
I'm looking for a good reliable axe that won't break the bank. Gerber, Fiskars or something else?
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I carry a chain saw, so I really only use an axe for splitting. I picked up one of these for < $40. It chops better than a maul, but splits better than an axe.


Besides, everyone knows, the best axe is the one that matches your shovel, Hi-Lift, and gas can ;-)

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Reconnoiter said:
I carry a chain saw, so I really only use an axe for splitting. I picked up one of these for < $40. It chops better than a maul, but splits better than an axe.


Besides, everyone knows, the best axe is the one that matches your shovel, Hi-Lift, and gas can ;-)

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Reconnoiter said:
I carry a chain saw, so I really only use an axe for splitting. I picked up one of these for < $40. It chops better than a maul, but splits better than an axe.


Besides, everyone knows, the best axe is the one that matches your shovel, Hi-Lift, and gas can ;-)

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I have an Estwing Sportsmen Axe. I prefer to have tools that I'm going to rely on not be made in China since in my experience I've had a greater fail rate with those (tools I don't rely on heavily come from Harbor Freight). But the Estwing is small and can fit behind my rear seats. One of these day I might upgrade to one of their long handle axes, but for what I've experience thus far the 14" one was fine.
 
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