Filling The Gap. Lamaca Handmade Axes popped up on the scene recently in order to fill a gap in the market. Hand forged axes have always been in demand but long wait times and high prices made … [Read more...] about Lamaca Handmade Axes: Taking The Market By Storm!
The Charter Arms Skachet 1962
In 1962 Herbert F. Frisbie invented all purpose survival tool that could be used as a hunting knife, hatchet & hammer. Yet easily carried on your belt. All that was need was a short one inch … [Read more...] about The Charter Arms Skachet 1962
The Amazing Flotax 1957
In 1957 Thomas J. Trethewoy came up with a new style of emergency & survival hatchet. His vision was an ultralight hatchet with an integral handle that would eventually see military use and later … [Read more...] about The Amazing Flotax 1957
J. Lippincott Improved Axes 1860
Improvement In The Manufacturing Of Axes In 1860 axes were still largely made by hand. The process involved shaping the rough iron, drifting the eye, inserting and forge welding a steel bit & … [Read more...] about J. Lippincott Improved Axes 1860
Joseph Johnson’s Replacement Bit Axe 1921
Historical Oddity People have always been trying to reinvent the wheel or axe as the case may be. Never has this been truer than at the turn of the century. With ever increasing industrialization … [Read more...] about Joseph Johnson’s Replacement Bit Axe 1921
How To Make A Firehose Axe Sheath
Firehose: The Best of Both Worlds I've never been a big fan of leather axe sheaths. It cuts quite easily, It's expensive, has to be maintained, holds moisture and isn't suitable for storage. Just … [Read more...] about How To Make A Firehose Axe Sheath