Double bit axe

[sweet tea]

Does any one know where i can find a good double bit axe that will go on my saddle?  I have been looking for one but i just cant seem to find one?

[royaltine]

ebay.

[Arwr]

Royaltine is correct. Ebay was the only place I could find a good cruiser axe. I am assuming you are looking for a cruiser. Cruiser axes are smaller, around 2-3 pounds, and handy for packing. Basically, they don't make cruiser axess any more. I spent 3-4 months looking and found a good one for $40 + S&H. I bid on several that went well over $100. Therefore, it pays to be patient as well as persistent.

Arwr

[Steve]

My Dad always carried a double bit axe when he was packing in the mountains.

I've been using a single bit.  It comes in handy for pounding tent stakes or picket pins, as well as cutting small logs across the trail.  I also have a saw.

I was just wondering which you prefer, a double bit, or single bit axe.  I'm wondering if I might be better off packing a double bit axe and a hammer.  I'd like to keep my gear as simple and efficient as possible.

Thanks for your input!

[Get-T-UP]

I don't know about the ax but Difanis Backcountry ( Best leather goods around in my thinking) is having a 25% off sale until Feb 4th. I ordered a ax sheath before Christmas and shelled out full price and was very happy with the product. If anything it's made of too thick of leather.

I just ordered a new saw buck and head stall from them because of the sale price.
https://www.difsnisbackcountry.com

Happy Trails Leon

[royaltine]

I like the 2 1/2 # double bit myself, but the Estwing 26" "camp axe" is sure nice, hammer on one side, axe on the other, real thin and easy to sharpen - works great on a saddle!

[saddlesore]

Lehams in Ohio.