The handle was perfect! My hatchet/tomahawk is awsome
It is very nice to see that there is a quality made product still made.
The craftsmanship of the handle is very nice.
I ordered this handle as I wanted a shorter handle for my single bit felling axe. When it arrived I realized I miss measured the eye of my axe. I said not biggie as I have others that it may work on. Nope I didn't. This gives me the excuse (not that I need one) to go find another axe with a smaller eye that I WILL use this handle with. The hunt is on and I am excited to find one that fits.
I put a vintage 4# Jersey on this handle. The curve is just enough to keep the bit from diving, and the balance point is just under the head. This axe feels lighter now, and has given my swing a lot of confidence.
I ended up ebonizing the finish, sanding that down and adding oil. This is the most beautiful I own now.
I chose this handle for an old drift pick that is a family heirloom. Really pleased with the octagonal profile to complete a showcase look - turned out beautifully!
Great so far, hanging on a Vintage Black Raven, passed down from my Grandpa, then Dad, have not finished yet but close, handle looks great, thanks, Richard.
Excellent grade of Hickory buy with confidence.
Great quality handle. I worked the head down to fit into a hammer head and it’s amazing. Wish you guys would offer hammer specific handles but carving them down doesn’t take much time to do.
Awesome quick ship and great quality NC and Roan Mtn, TN represent!
I just received the Walnut wedges yesterday and I have not had time to remove the previous wedge to re-install the new one at a greater depth in the handle.
Take care and thank you for your understanding.
Kent
There is a reason why Liam has repeat customers, as always with Hoffman products you receive the best. I have more products than I can count on two hands from them including some custom stamped Axes, and the craftsman ship is why I continue to come back for more even to hang other hand made heads on to.
Very good quality and price.
Grain structure is the best for tool longevity.
Beautiful handle, re hung and sharpened my grandfathers old axe I found lying in the dirt at our camp. Can’t wait to try it out and fell some trees soon!
Functions as well as it looks! Handle looks amazing and feels amazing. Very satisfied. Worth every penny!
“Premium handle blank“
I think Hoffmann handles are great however the handle blank I received is very brittle, the grain patter could be better but my issue with the blank was how poor of quality the hickory was. This hickory isn't remotely as high quality as the finished handles. I’ve had minor over strikes with Hoffmann handle and not even a single dent has been made. However on the handle blank the hickory dents easily and you can see inside some of the dents the wood is dry and not that tough stringy hickory you want. I didn’t want to leave this review because I love Hoffmann products but the handle
Blank I purchased was very disappointing.
Hi Anthony,
Sorry to hear the piece of hickory you got wasn't what you're used to. Culling hickory can be very challenging given the broad spectrum of qualities hickory can present. The premium billet you purchased is the same material we use for our grade 1 handles, and as rare as it is to run across an odd piece of hickory it does happen. We're happy to replace that billet if you'd like to try again. Please email us support@hoffmanhandles.com and we can try to make it better!
Thanks,
Liam
This handle is fantastic. Great kerf, insane color and easy to round out the bottom as a final step. Enjoyed it enough that a second handle arrived today.
Thanks for a great product with a ton of soul.... and packaging / shipping that's A+.
Kerf Cut, much better than I can do! It’s a bargain.
Like everything you guys do it’s perfect.