Howdy folks!
I've seen a few axes with lanyard holes, and a few fewer with lanyards, so I was wondering what the general thoughts were on axe lanyards. Do those with lanyards use them?
My thoughts are that if your hand is likely to slip off your axe, the problem is more to do with the shape or finish of the handle, or the manner in which it is being used. Mistakes can be made of course, but all in all, I think that if the axe slipped out of my grip, I'd rather it flew away from me (since I always ensure that i'm not cutting towards someone, anyway) than have a heavy, sharp axe bouncing around on its lanyard. Opinions?
I've seen a few axes with lanyard holes, and a few fewer with lanyards, so I was wondering what the general thoughts were on axe lanyards. Do those with lanyards use them?
My thoughts are that if your hand is likely to slip off your axe, the problem is more to do with the shape or finish of the handle, or the manner in which it is being used. Mistakes can be made of course, but all in all, I think that if the axe slipped out of my grip, I'd rather it flew away from me (since I always ensure that i'm not cutting towards someone, anyway) than have a heavy, sharp axe bouncing around on its lanyard. Opinions?