Ice Axe Patterns

One of the larger Ice House axes

Occasionally mistaken for a lathing hatchet, but significantly larger.

A pick-less variety often mistaken for a turpentine axe.

Very much like an older fireman's axe

Used for chipping and tapping.

Found in many forms

Comes in both flat and rounded bits.

An obvious when found pattern

Look for the 90 degree corner under the pick

A specialty tool used when carrying other tools may be cumbersome.