This series of axe head features our vintage feel design logo. The poll is more in line with vintage axes and smaller than the Knockabout series 2 axe. It is a collaboration of Steve and our son Matt and we are very proud of this one. They are top quality handcrafted heirloom pieces and our axes have proved very popular with collectors.
We are proud to be keeping traditional tool making skills alive in Australia. We have been tool making since 1994 and manufacturing axes since 2002 after a long period of research and development , using them day to day in a bush environment cutting timber for our rural fencing business and a not to mention a lifelong love of axes. Every step of manufacturing is personally overseen by Steve Snedden the business founder.
Top quality alloys - nickel chrome moly 4340 (also used to make earth moving equipment for durability and strength) are used. Once the head is cast using the lost wax method each heads cutting face is forged under a 75 kg weight power hammer with a series of specially machined dies to ensure we deliver consistent and accurate cutting edges. This technique has been used by tool makers throughout history with success. The head is heat treated to ensure the correct hardness and temper , once treated they are individually shaped and sharpened to an easy to maintain cutting edge suitable for our Australian hardwoods in a bush working environment
The handles have been ergonomically designed by Steve and manufactured in house from local spotted gum. The design incorporates a larger butt swell to fit the hand more comfortably.Handle length 81 cm or 32 inches . After the handle is hand fitted and wedged each axe head is pinned for safety and individually numbered.
A leather sheath is included with your axe purchase.
These axes are top quality heirloom pieces.
We can get your axe hand engraved with a name and date for an extra $40 to make it a special 21st , Birthday , Fathers Day. Etc. Please note engraving is limited to a name and date or less and is in an old fashioned script font.
If you need a replacement handle for your Knockabout please contact us to organise.
Buying from Snedden's is supporting a generational small rural family business that employs dedicated hard working Australians. We sincerely appreciate your support.
