Vintage Collins Legitimus Cruiser Axe – Restored

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Details

Vintage Collins Legitimus Cruiser Axe has been completely restored, refinished, and is razor sharp. Head shows normal signs of use and is in very good condition; lots of pitting all over with deep gouges and old grinding marks – no cracks, breaks, or repairs. Stamp on the front of the head front is deep and clean, with all letters and logo visible, corners of box are weak; see pics for actual details.

New hickory handle has been HAND-SHAPED, hand sanded, soaked in Odie’s Oil and boiled linseed oil, and hand-rubbed for a clean, smooth look and feel. Clean seal around top and bottom of eye and hung with a hardwood wedge – handle sticks out from head approximately 3/16”.

Comes with a 9/10 ounce English bridle leather sheath(s) that has been treated with leather conditioning oil. The sheath has been assembled with solid brass burr rivets that have been hand peened for a traditional hammered look and has a solid brass Sam Browne button stud closure.

Why you need to buy this axe right now:
• It’s a piece of functional art
• Display it in your home or business
• Add to your axe collection
• Enjoy a piece of history
• Put it back into service and use it
• Complete your camping inventory
• Gear-up your bushcraft arsenal

Item Specifications:
• Total axe weight – 3 pounds 2 oz.
• Total length of handle – 28.25”
• Edge to edge – 8.25”
• Cutting edge – 4.25"
• Handle type – solid wood
• Handle material – hickory
• Wedge material – cherry