[aaroncr]

here is some before and after pics







here is some pics after the initial sanding





and the final finish

 

[gstanfield]

Very nice!

 

[mikeshawjr]

Looks great

 

[firemedic]

Nice looking and nice Broad Hatchet - what's the plan for it?

 

[aaroncr]

Thanks for the comments,........at the moment I dont' guess there is a plan. Just wanted to practice finishing some "curly figured" wood and thought some antique tools would be as good as anything. I do have a liking for old axes/hatchets etc,....so it's fun projects for me.

 

[MagGeorge]

Awesome! Cool hatchet with a gorgeous handle. What finish did you use?

 

[aaroncr]

MagGeorge, I used this finish

,.....................followed directions to a "T" with no variations. I have some more stains to try out but both #1 and #2 hatchet handle refinishes were done with majic maple. Thank you for the comment. -Aaron