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Specs: http://www.harttools.com/index.php?category=utility&subcategory=axes
So, what do you guys think about these?

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Looks modern-cool. The head seems to be made from carbon steel, no details that I found though. Also no details on heat treatment etc. Carbon fiber handle. They are approx. 70$ in Canada, so maybe just giving her a try make work without all the details prior to purchase?!
 
I'm wondering if there's any science behind the doodads on the heads & design.
Sometimes, technological advances do work. But I'm skeptical. They are supposedly
forged which may make them worth a look.
 
Square_peg said:
Yes, a lot of research went into finding something that would look cool. Dimes to dollars they're made in China.
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Actually, yes. TTI (Chinese company) is their owner.
They also own...MILWAUKEE, AEG, RYOBI, HOMELITE, HOOVER, DIRT DEVIL, VAX.

The cut-outs on the heads seem to want to mimic traditional American axes, no?
As a relief to not get stuck in the work?
 
SR69 said:
Actually, yes. TTI (Chinese company) is their owner.
They also own...MILWAUKEE, AEG, RYOBI, HOMELITE, HOOVER, DIRT DEVIL, VAX.

The cut-outs on the heads seem to want to mimic traditional American axes, no?
As a relief to not get stuck in the work?
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In the picture the axe looks flat across the cheeks except the cutout area. Vintage American axes are elliptical in cross section in the cheeks. It's mimicry in looks but maybe not function.

I haven't seen one in person yet though, so I'll try to keep my mind open.
 
That is not the same Hart company that I used to love so much. The name disappeared for some time. It was all made in America quality. Not much on there website about were it is made or details. Maybe they will surprise us. I do miss them hammers.
 
It may not be the same company but I loved the old Hart framing hammers. Not sure of these tools but the geometry looks thin enough to require a good heat treat to stand up.

I would be interested in a review if you get one.

Chris
 
I think this is the same company, or a rendition/evolution of them. I love my old Hart framers - they are great hammers. I did a google search for them not too long ago - they made a nice little trim hammer that I never got around to picking up and I remember ending up on the websites with the axes.
 
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Chris Montgomery said:
It may not be the same company but I loved the old Hart framing hammers. Not sure of these tools but the geometry looks thin enough to require a good heat treat to stand up.

I would be interested in a review if you get one.

Chris
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Chris, I missed placed a 16oz smooth face California framer. I think it must be in my mothers crawl space, a very bad place. But I must search for it again. I seen a new old stock go for over $100.
If I knew that one day I could no longer buy them I would have just stocked up. Kind of like Pendleton shirts, a quality made in the USA product that I think in time will no longer be available. At least as we know it.
 
I still have a 16oz smooth face that hits like a 32oz. Its a tool I am glad to have but also glad not to use everyday. I hope you find yours.
My wife picked up two Pendleton shirts at good will yesterday. Some things should never go away. Others should never be. That is life in the modern throw away world.

Chris
 
garry3 said:
That is not the same Hart company that I used to love so much. The name disappeared for some time. It was all made in America quality. Not much on there website about were it is made or details. Maybe they will surprise us. I do miss them hammers.
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Spoken like a man who knows his tools.

Before I had gotten more into framing, I use to buy my guys Hart Framers
because they preferred them for Roofing work. Me, I stuck with Roofing Hatchets.
But about a decade and a half ago, I really came to appreciate a well made framer.
I now buy Stilettos, but if I could locate a good Hart California Special, I'd be happy.
 
I picked up this hammer/maul at a second hand shop today. It weighs 7 1/2 lbs, is 16 1/4" overall with a head that is 7" long. I have no idea who the maker is, but it's not in too bad of shape.

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