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November 20, 2017
Hults Bruk – Agdor Yankee Pattern – Pre 1970s
My father and uncle (his brother in-law) used to trap and hunt together. This was my uncle’s Hults Bruk axe he regularly used. After my uncle died my father and I found it while cleaning out his shed. I have made it functional, but have left it’s history showing. It’s very sharp, and feels great in the hand. Cleaned (light sanding), drilled a hole (to attach a new lanyard), linseed oiled and grip tape wrapped the hickory handle (pretty sure my uncle Bob replaced the original with this many years ago). Sealed the handle by filling the slight recess in the eye with JB Weld epoxy. Bought a new sheave and mink oiled it. Ready for many more years as my woodsman’s axe. Its stamped 0,8 1 3/4 on the cheek opposite the maker’s stamp. I’m fairly sure its an Agdor, ’70s perhaps?
November 1, 2017
Hults Bruk Agdor Pre 1958
This axe was found in Canada for 10$ at a flea market. It looks like it is a pre-1958 make, but I am curious if the number stamping for the weight can give a more specific date of when it was made. The numbering font appears to be different from my other HB axes from the 1970s. I am also not sure what pattern this is.
October 16, 2017
Hults Bruk Agdor Hatchet – circa 1970s
Got this for $7 at the salvation army. It came with the white sheath, which I doubt is original. Looks like someone tried to repair the handle connection with glue or epoxy. Any tips on fixing the handle to its original condition?
October 16, 2017
Posted in 1970s, Agdor, Montreal, Yankee
Hults Bruk Agdor Montreal & Yankee – circa 1970
I notice many axes with cold stamp are dated pre-1988. I found these two axes on Vancouver Island, BC. Am wondering if the labels and factory handles/paint will allow you to date these two axes with more precision? Thanks, Colby
October 16, 2017
Posted in 1970s, Agdor, Hatchet, Pre 1988
Hults Bruk 1 lb, 1.25 lb and 1.5 lb Hatchet from Various Eras
Hults Bruk 1 lb, 1.25 lb and 1.5 lb Hatchet from Various Eras
October 5, 2017
Hults Bruk Agdor Yankee Pattern – Pre 1988
I found this in a local shop. It was just sitting there, leaned against some other items. I spotted it and knew that I couldn’t leave it behind. I’ve only heard about the quality that is a HB until now.
