I've had a old hatchet that I've used for general duty for years that has the head bent (curved?) right (when viewing from behind), I've never really known why and always assumed it was either damaged or designed for lefties (I'm right handed). But I like it much better than the cheapo Wally world one my dad gave me years ago. It takes a really keen edge.
Today I bought another antique / vintage hatchet, but the head is bent left and it's only sharpened on that inside face.
I now assume that this was purposefully done for some reason.
Why are the heads bent (curved) one way or another? And are they only supposed to be sharpened on the inside face? (Meaning the bevel is on the inside curved face).
Just curious?
Thanks