The history and subsequent evolution of the chainsaw began in 1830 by the German orthopaedist Bernhard Heine. The osteotomeman as it was called was essentially a hand cranked bone saw used in … [Read more...] about The History & Evolution Of The Chainsaw
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Billnas Bruks Ab History
The Billnäs Ironworks was founded in 1641 by Carl Billsten. Located near Svartå rapid. The rapid was used to power the two trip hammers while the blast furnaces were fuelled with local charcoal. At … [Read more...] about Billnas Bruks Ab History
Ramon Onraita – The Great Basque Axe & Tool Manufacturer
The history of Ramón Onraita, one of the great Basque axe & tool manufacturers, has largely been lost to time. Just like so many other factories, their names have faded but their work lives on in … [Read more...] about Ramon Onraita – The Great Basque Axe & Tool Manufacturer
A Brief History of Arvika Redskapsfabrik
History The history of Arvika Redskapfabrik, or as it would later be known Arvika Yxfabrik, is a short one. The company would only last 50 years before being closed. Eventually to have the brand … [Read more...] about A Brief History of Arvika Redskapsfabrik
How To Identify and Date Hults Bruk Axes
Overview Identifying and dating Hults Bruk axes can be a challenging task. Much of the old manufacturer's histories have been lost. Companies either threw out print material or had it accidentally … [Read more...] about How To Identify and Date Hults Bruk Axes
Wetterings EX Axe Line
The Wetterlings EX line of axes was in production from 1920 to the 1960s. It was a premium product that used a special steel in a laminated bit. As well as a special heat treating process. They were … [Read more...] about Wetterings EX Axe Line