I have been looking for some axe handles for about a year. Either they are plastic, not going there, or they are improperly made ( grain running the wrong way, off center tenon, not straight, ... ). Well, it is getting to the point I need to do more than look. Any sources anyone knows of in the NW? Or, although I do not like this route as I am buying blind and most handles are not longer made properly, any online sources someone can recommend?
I need 4 double bit with a 34" hafting length, and 4 single bit straight style with a 36" hafting length. Handle: straight grain hickory with the grain running the longways of the eye tenon, no heartwood, properly shaped tenon.
Thx's, Fred ( jyblood@nwi.net )