French Pattern axe handles

In the New England states, French Canadian “choppers” have always been well-represented in the woods. The axe and saw have given way to the feller buncher, but their quintessential handles are still considered the gold standard for chopping. My son and his cousin found one of these on a picking trip in Connecticut. That handle was instrumental in developing our french pattern line. These springy handles are best used with a 2 ¾ - 3 ½ lb head. These are available in a 28" boys' small eye for a 2" to 2 1/8" eye, a 28" boys for up to a 2 ¼" x ¾" eye, and in 28", 30" and 32" with a 2 7/16" x 13/16" eye. Be aware that these are slim, measuring just a little over 11/16" through the middle. If you would prefer one a little thicker let us know using the special instructions box on the cart page. Our 30" and 32" octagon French pattern handles run thicker measuring ¾"+ through the middle. These will handle heavier heads.