New 'Old' Axe

[Broch]

I was given this beast today, together with some other old tools from my brother-in-law's father's old stuff. I'll be giving it a gentle restoration in the next couple of weeks.

I'm not familiar with the numbering which looks like 4310079 (to my eye) - if anyone can cast any light on the model I'd appreciate it thanks

 

[Broch]

Ah, looks like exactly the same model discussed in this thread here:

Elwell axe head restoration

I found the remains of an old axe in a hedge and, being a don't-throw-it-away-if-it-can-be-fixed kind of chap (especially where really good quality old tools are concerned) I decided to see if I could breathe a bit of life into the old girl. This is what she looked like when I brought her in...

bushcraftuk.com

 

[John Fenna]

Ah Elwell - a magic name!

 

[Jared]

Yeah, good chance that is at least 90 years old, iirc stopped using Elwell name in the 1930s.

 

[Tengu]

Worth having.

And restoring

 

[Kadushu]

My Elwell is dated 1942. Excellent brand.