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Offline jsoukup

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Estwing Ax
« on: November 25, 2007, 08:11:04 PM »
Got one of these at Home Depot last night:



I needed something to split some smaller logs to make kindling wood for the fireplace. (Just got a Stihl chainsaw) Sharp and handy, just about the right size for what I need. I wouldn't want to cut down a big tree with it, but it could do it. Heavier than a hatchet, lighter than a double bit ax. All steel neck so you don't have to worry about splintering the handle.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #1 on: November 26, 2007, 05:39:17 AM »
Estwings are pretty darn good!  They used to be the thing to have when I was a Boy Scout.

Having said that,  the mid-length axe CAN be more dangerous if not handled carefully.  If you miss, that blade is about boot height, instead of plowing up roots.  Having said that, there is a "Hudson's Bay" axe in my car trunk, next to the shovel.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #2 on: November 26, 2007, 02:16:53 PM »
I picked up a old Eastwing at a Auction for $3. It is one of the handiest cutting tools I own for clearing brushy areas and cutting small trees.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #3 on: November 28, 2007, 02:40:53 AM »
They're just now getting around to building a Home Depot around here. I will have to check that out.  Looks like a nice "mid" sized one to have.  I don't order axes online, since you need to be able to hold the it to see if it feels right.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #4 on: November 28, 2007, 09:19:49 AM »
The Estwing axes and hatchets too are top of the line. I need to head out to Home Depot and see if they have one I can buy for myself.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #5 on: December 15, 2007, 11:56:02 AM »
Just picked one up a couple of days ago after reading this post. I split a mess of kindling with it and love it. I've even been carrying it while walking the dogs at night.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2007, 01:59:22 PM »
I have had that same ax for about 20 years. Still going strong. I also have one of their hatchets with the stacked leather grip.
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #7 on: December 30, 2007, 09:52:22 AM »

Hey
How do you think it would be for throwing?? I considered the ax but also been looking at others. Does the steel go all the way to the handle??
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Re: Estwing Ax
« Reply #8 on: January 04, 2008, 04:58:06 PM »
I don't think the steel goes all the way down, and it's a bit long to throw.
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