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- 6# sledge-eye style splitting maul
- Forged tool steel head, with clear lacquer finish to deter rust
- Heat treatment of bit end produces fine grain structure and Rc 45-50 (Rockwell) for safety and toughness
- Striking face is intended for driving steel wedges (Council #5W) that are used in conjunction with splitting logs
- 36" American straight hickory handle is kiln dried before turning; Eye section is then dried below 10% moisture content prior to assembly
- Handle is hydraulically inserted into head and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge, providing a very secure mechanical bond
- Made in the USA
Council Tool offers the country's premier line of heavy-duty, American-made tools for forestry applications and for fighting wildfires. This Council Tool Sledge Eye 6lb Splitting Maul features a 36" Straight handle and forged tool steel head, with a clear lacquer finish to deter rust. The original maul resembles an axe but with a broader head. The weight is more advantageous and due to its width, it is less likely to become stuck in the wood. The striking face is intended for driving steel wedges that are used in conjunction with splitting logs.
