Details
Thought to have been developed in the early 1900's by Edward Pulaski, a legendary Forest Service Ranger in Idaho.
It is said that in August, 1910 his presence saved the lives of 45 men during a difficult time in a disasterous wildfire. The tool that bears his name may have been a direct result of the disaster, as he saw the need for better firefighting tools.Pulaski is credited with combining a traditional single bit axe blade on one end and a mattock blade for digging or grubbing on the other end.
- Forged steel head. Made in USA.
- Hand sharpened, single bit edge and mattock blade.
- Body coated with red enamel and the cutting edges in clear lacquer to deter rust.
- 36" Hickory or Fiberglass handle.
- Traditional double bit shape. Eye section is dried to below 10% moisture content to minimize shrinkage and help prevent loosening.
Features:
- Axe head is joined to the fiberglass handle with a strong resilient epoxy, forming a chemical and mechanical bond.
- Axe head is hydraulically seated onto hickory handle and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge. The serrated shape improves bite and the aluminum material is strong, lightweight and does not change size with moisture content.
- Heat treated working ends produce fine grain structure and RC 45-55 (Rockwell Hardness Value) for safety, edge holding and toughness.
- The interior detail of the eye is tapered and allows for a strong mechanical bond.
- Approximately 1/2" of the overall length of the handle is removed during assembly.