does anyone know anything about these...

[monkey boy]

over a year ago i got an axe head from a car boot sale for 50p, on the side of it has chip chop no1 stamped into it. it looks really old and maybe hand forged but in very good nick i am gonna have a go at putting a handle onto it. does any have or know anything about the makers and are they any good?

 

[lannyman8]

some pictures would be needed to see the marks shape size style etc etc etc...

regards.

chris.

 

[monkey boy]

here you go

 

[tomongoose]

All I can tell you is its a kent axe
http://survivalnotes.com/the-kent-axe-a-lot-of-history/

 

[mrcairney]

I think that's a Gilpins model. Can you see 'gilpins cannock' stamped anywhere?

 

[Ian S]

Yup, Gilpins Chip Chop Kent pattern hatchet. It has been used quite a bit if the shape of the poll is anything to go by.

Most of the old English makers (including Gilpin) used very good steel, so a re-handle and a good sharpen and it will be good for another 50 years or so.

Cheers

 

[mrcairney]

Ian S = Axe Encyclopaedia

Axelopaedia?

 

[monkey boy]

thanx everyone so iv got myself a good find for 50p here, im gonna restore it, what kind of sheeth would work for this axe?

 

[Ian S]

Ian S = Axe Encyclopaedia

Axelopaedia?

That made me laugh! Nah, just a bloke who likes old tools, and even uses them sometimes.

Cheers

 

[jimmeh]

whatever people think about ray mears, can't help but point out this - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ar9NxUIrL4

the idea of making your own, carving it and then oiling it or protecting it.. would be a nice touch.