Replacement handles for double-bit axe

[qatanlison]

I've been browsing the web after some good, and I mean really good, replacement handles for my double-bits. As I'm from sweden and double-bit axes are as common as polar bears on the streets I´ve had to make the handles myself. Starting out from a 36x4x2" blank and needless to say - I´ve just about had it; Quite a lot of friends envy my eBay bought axe-heads and are willing to pay top-dollars for one of their own - with a good handle to go... I´ve located a firm, the O.P. Link Handle Co. Inc. which seem to be the most serious maker - quality-wise. BUT I fail to find any web-site or email to get in contact with them. So I turn to you; Does anyone know where I can get my handles? Now, I´m after the straight grained, second growth, all white hickory which will guarantee a long life in the woods.

Thanks

Ola

[beenthere]

Have you checked out sponsor Bailey's (see to left)? 

[Kevin]

There are some out there..
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[qatanlison]

Yep, I´ve seen the ones you suggested, but they seem to be of a somewhat lower grade of hickory than I´m after. I´ve seen and owned axes hung with these laquered, flame hardened and reddish looking handles and they crack... The wood I´ve used has put me back a good $20 a piece, not even turned or lathed so forgive me for finding it a bit fishy when a hung-ready handle is retailed at under $10.
But I sure appreciate you taking the time to help me out.

/Ola

[crtreedude]

I got wood down here that might work (and then again, perhaps not). It is called Corteza. So dense it doesn't absorbe water.

Might make your axe a bit heavy though. Probably like just putting a steel handle on the axe...