Axe Head Bevels at John Halliburton blog

Axe Head Bevels. The shape and bevel of the blade determine the axe head’s cutting efficiency and suitability for different tasks. The toe of an axe is the top corner blade or bit. They traverses the full width of the curve evenly and equally. In use the wide bevel. Traditionally the bevel transition from the rest of the head is rounded, but you can also find flat ground bevels for more precise carving tasks. By first grinding to shape you establish the profile you need. The phrase “phantom bevels” is the general nickname for any type of bevel found on a bevel faced axe in today’s world. Here is the profile of the two bevels on the heel of the axe. The term is often used to describe beveled kelly. Carving axes can have flat symmetrical bevels but i prefer grinding them with asymmetrical bevels. These areas and beveled sections were thought to decrease the surface area of the steel or iron imbedded in the wood chopped by the axe, allowing for an easier removal.

By first grinding to shape you establish the profile you need. The toe of an axe is the top corner blade or bit. The shape and bevel of the blade determine the axe head’s cutting efficiency and suitability for different tasks. They traverses the full width of the curve evenly and equally. Carving axes can have flat symmetrical bevels but i prefer grinding them with asymmetrical bevels. These areas and beveled sections were thought to decrease the surface area of the steel or iron imbedded in the wood chopped by the axe, allowing for an easier removal. In use the wide bevel. The phrase “phantom bevels” is the general nickname for any type of bevel found on a bevel faced axe in today’s world. Traditionally the bevel transition from the rest of the head is rounded, but you can also find flat ground bevels for more precise carving tasks. Here is the profile of the two bevels on the heel of the axe.

Vintage Powr Kraft Axe Head, Phantom Bevels 3.5 Lbs pre owned condition

Axe Head Bevels In use the wide bevel. The term is often used to describe beveled kelly. By first grinding to shape you establish the profile you need. The toe of an axe is the top corner blade or bit. Traditionally the bevel transition from the rest of the head is rounded, but you can also find flat ground bevels for more precise carving tasks. In use the wide bevel. The phrase “phantom bevels” is the general nickname for any type of bevel found on a bevel faced axe in today’s world. Here is the profile of the two bevels on the heel of the axe. They traverses the full width of the curve evenly and equally. Carving axes can have flat symmetrical bevels but i prefer grinding them with asymmetrical bevels. These areas and beveled sections were thought to decrease the surface area of the steel or iron imbedded in the wood chopped by the axe, allowing for an easier removal. The shape and bevel of the blade determine the axe head’s cutting efficiency and suitability for different tasks.