Pickhead Axe with 28" curved hickory handle. Traditional pickhead style in a medium head weight offering. Cutting bit on one end and a pick designed to penetrate on the other. 

• Forged tool steel head
• Made in USA
• Cutting edge is approximately 3.5 inches, and tapered pick end is designed for penetration
• Hand sharpened, tapered cutting edge
• Heat treated cutting edge and pick produces fine grain structure and Rc 45-55 (Rockwell Hardness Values) for safety, edge holding, and toughness
• Body coated with red enamel and the cutting edge in clear lacquer to deter rust
• 28" American Hickory handle. Eye section is dried to below 10% moisture content to minimize shrinkage and help prevent loosening.
• Axe head is hydraulically seated onto handle and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge. The serrated shape improves "bite," and the aluminum choice of material is strong, lightweight, and does not change size with moisture content.
• The interior detail of the eye is tapered and allows for a very good mechanical bond. Approximately 1/2" of the overall length of the handle is removed during assembly.

 

 Council Tool Product Number: 275P28C