Council Tool Hudson Bay Camp Axe SU20HB24C
The Council Tool Hudson Bay Camp Axe combines historical design heritage with practical functionality for modern wilderness use. This versatile 2 lb camp axe features the distinctive Hudson Bay pattern head forged from quality tool steel, mounted on a longer 24" curved hickory handle that allows for both one and two-handed operation depending on the task at hand.
What Makes This Axe Special
- Historical Hudson Bay pattern with heritage dating back to Northern Spanish "Biscayan" designs
- Precision-forged tool steel with dual heat treatment (hardened bit and poll)
- Extended bit hardness (Rc 48-55) reaching 1-1/4" from edge exceeds industry standards
Why Choose The Hudson Bay Camp Axe
- Versatile size and design excels at both chopping and light splitting tasks
- Traditional hydraulic mounting with double wedge system ensures lasting security
- American-made quality with attention to historical design details
Technical Specifications
- Head Weight: 2 lbs
- Handle Length: 24" curved
- Handle Material: American hickory (below 10% moisture content)
- Historical Connection: Evolved from French-Native American trading tools
- Bit Hardness: Rc 48-55 (exceeding ANSI Standards)
- Mounting: Hydraulically seated with traditional double wedge system
- Finish: Boiled linseed oil over as-forged finish
- Origin: USA
This camp axe continues the legacy of the Hudson Bay pattern that once served as an essential trade item throughout North American waterways, now reimagined as the perfect companion for camping, hiking, and wilderness travel with the added versatility of a longer handle for increased leverage when needed.
*Due to size and weight restrictions, This Item CANNOT be shipped FedEx 2-Day.
