Axe restoration forum Since there are a LOT of us restoring or collecting axes. The bit is the “blade” of the axe, the part that either is or is supposed to be sharp. By the way . An axe that would have likely ended up in a landfill had anybody else found it is now in a better, but less than optimal condition. I will organize a one stop shop and reference thread. The other one is a broad axe, made by McKinnon Brothers. One is a felling axe (which the McKinnons called a "chopping axe") of the distinctive Rockaway pattern that became so famous. It is a fine, hand-forged piece, made by your great grandfather. On top of that, a new person to the hobby has gained knowledge and experience and will hopefully continue to improve his restoration skills. Jul 17, 2012 · Things to Look for When Selecting an Axe to Restore. Is there still life in the bit? The most important consideration in deciding if an antique axe is a candidate for restoration is to make sure there is life in the bit. 1. May 25, 2012 · Here is the idea on this folks. Jul 16, 2015 · But, what "we" (forum contributors, members and closet followers/readers) are increasingly doing in an admirable and enthusiastic fashion is learning how to 'resurrect', 'rejuvenate' and 'refurbish' old tools that would otherwise languish in someone's cast-off pile, recycle bin, shed, garage or cellar. Over-the-top dramatic comment here. Wow. Jul 2, 2017 · Should we start a dedicated thread for axe restoration or keep posts in the splitting/chopping tool review thread? Reply Reactions: Philbert , user 190901 , griz1955 and 7 others Nov 25, 2013 · (Quote, Fridlington) - "I also have a McKinnon axe - two of them, as a matter of fact. zmw fthh ncb aymomx hvra kipvj ktmqoq twabe ezol fuwp