Does the backside/butt of axe head have wider flat area to use as a hammer to drive in tent stakes? Anyone know the size of holes for using as wrench?
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Do not purchase. Spend the extra 5 dollars for a coghlans hatchet at your local store.
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The backside of the axe is the same as the rest of the blade. Only about 3/16 of an inch. With a little practice its enough to get the job done. I used it to drive in stakes that are only about 1/2 an inch wide and was able to do so fairly easily.
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I assume you see the two small holes for hex wrenches? One is on the side and the other is on the bottom if I recall. They adjust for windage and elevation.
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In my research it looked similar, but I've never had a Hale hammer to compare it to directly. I suspect the Schaff would probably have better materials and a more accurate socket (mine was loose on the pin due to poor machining & rust), but hard to know for sure. The handle was solid. I'll probably go that route eventually.
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I am not sure in exact inches, but it is literally the length of the Collins Boys Axe that I bought it for. The axe head fits in snug so anything bigger wouldn't fit more than likely.
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The part that extends is the auger blades which can be adjusted for a larger or smaller diameter hole. I have had no need to extend the handle but have used the auger to dig holes up to 32-33 inches deep. I have used this for over one year and would never go back to the other type post hold digger.
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I don't have my axe handy, but I think it will. There are a lot of approximately 3 1/2 lb axes that this should fit. Just what I wanted, well made and very tough and protective.
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I drilled a hole in the flat spot on the handle next to the broad head wrench. It makes it where you can use one lock and it's a little bit more secure than the two provided holes.
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I was afraid of the same thing since my shed has a low, sloped roof. It didn't turn out to be a problem since most of the holes are large enough to start the tool in at an angle. Also, you can just make sure the tallest tools go into the open front "clips".
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One of the tool holders it comes with is a parting tool holder. It is a screw clamp type: an allen head screw in the back of the holder tightens or loosens and angled wedge anchor at the front of the holder. Not sure of the height dimension of the parting tool slot on the holder, off the top of my head. I also purchased a 1/2" parting tool that works just fine.
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I haven't used one with my hammer, but Lineman Supply, has a chuck that would work I think. Look on linel
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I've done it by using the side of the hatchet and not the back, which is only 3/16" thick. Not ideal but it works.
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The hammer will hold up, but the heads will not. They are both a made of plastic, a little soft and will be destroyed by the impact of hitting the stake. The hammer is solid, though. It's about the size and weight of a regular hammer.
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I have used it in a cordless impact drill that vibrates a lot, it will loosen up the drill or screw head, but I'm not sure if had it hand tight or used the tightening wrench.. its been a while. I dont own a hammer drill, but I dont see why it wouldn't work.. except for vibration that may loosen up the drill bit.
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I have used it to pull out tent stakes, but my stakes are made of 5/8" rebar that are 18" long, sunk into heavy clay soil. It would be overkill for the small ones that you would normally get at sporting goods stores.
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I have the 5/8" dia x 10" long bit. It has a turned shaft that appears to be right at 1/2" dia...perhaps even a 32'nd less or so. This item is for a common/std "hammer drill" -- NOT the SDS series. There are NO FLATS on the shank. Hope this helps. Mel in Montana
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Bosch sells a set of SDS plus bits. Any SDS Plus will fit the hammer. As to whether a 1/2 hole is appropriate really depends on the size of anchor you plan to use. A 1/2" hole for an anchor sounds like a very large anchor.
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The problem with "backpacking" or "camping" axes, is that they are too light. That might be nice for carrying, but to effectively split or cut wood, you need some significant weight to the head of the axe. Also, hatchets/axes that are shorter than 16" or so, are pretty much useless.