- IDEAL FOR SMALL TREE WORK AND GENERAL USE - The 2.25 lb. Dayton-pattern Boy’s Axe is perfect for felling saplings, limbing branches, bucking logs, and light splitting. This versatile tool is great for outdoor enthusiasts who need a balanced, efficient axe for a range of chopping tasks.
- FORGED STEEL HEAD - The 2.25 lb. forged tool steel head is hand sharpened with a tapered bit for optimal cutting and light splitting. The hardened bit and poll ensure superior durability, while the forward eye design offers better overall performance for medium/light splitting.
- HISTORIC DAYTON PATTERN - Originating from Dayton, Ohio, this iconic axe has been upgraded for modern use. The updated design enhances balance by moving the eye forward towards the bit, providing improved accuracy and efficiency, and making it safer to use.
- STRONG AMERICAN HICKORY HANDLE - The curved hickory handle is carefully dried to below 10% moisture content to reduce shrinkage and prevent loosening. It’s securely attached to the head with a traditional double wedge system, ensuring a strong, lasting bond.
- MADE IN THE USA - Proudly crafted in the USA, the boy's axe features a head coated with boiled linseed oil for protection and durability. This well-built, historic tool is designed to handle a variety of tasks while maintaining the balance and performance needed for efficient use.
The Boy’s Axe from Council Tool is a modern take on a time-tested classic, featuring a 2.25 lb. Dayton-pattern head and your choice of a 24" or 28" curved American hickory handle. This mid-sized axe strikes the perfect balance between portability and power, making it ideal for felling small trees, limbing, bucking, splitting, and general camp or homestead use. Redesigned in 2023, the updated profile pays tribute to vintage Dayton axes while improving balance and accuracy by shifting the eye forward—enhancing both performance and safety. The forged tool steel head is hand sharpened with a tapered bit and hardened poll, offering durability and precision in every swing. Proudly made in the USA, this axe is built for serious work and lasting reliability, all while honoring its historic roots. HANDLE NUMBER - 70-24C-B