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“New-Fangled” Axes for the Homestead

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Mark Zeiger

In the last few days, I’ve made a gear change on the homestead. I’m turning away from my traditional, wooden handled axes and embracing the newer, synthetic handled, “new-fangled” ax. Several years ago, I asked Michelle to pick up a … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Ax for the Job

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Mark Zeiger

Working with firewood on the homestead, I’ve found a need for specialized axes to some extent. I’ve spoken before of the uses of a so-called “boy’s ax.” I also use and maintain a splitting ax, for chopping firewood and kindling, … Continue reading →

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