This 18th century belt axe was originally sold by Isaac Zane's Marlboro Furnace, founded 1767 in Middletown, Frederick County, Virginia.  Hand forged head with hand carved handle, it is in beautifully preserved and restored condition.  Completely hand crafted, each is unique, along with original antique hardwood handle.  You will receive the axe pictured in the main photo.

The British East India Company,  founded in 1700, imported iron tools from India to North America prior to the Revolutionary War.  Colonial foundries such as Skene's NY and Zane's VA sold these along with their own iron products.

Zane was a major manufacturer of munitions for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, and continued operations until the 1950s. 

This historic tool and weapon helped build and defend colonial America.  Sometimes called a Tennessee belt axe.

14 1/2" long with 4 1/2" long head. The original tobacco stained handle retains its lacquer finish and age darkening.  Note that the iron oxide of the head has darkened the wood where it contacts the carved handle.   This indicates significant age.

The head may be slightly loose due to age shrinkage of the handle wood.

The head is hand forged, not cast, with hand hand filed details,

Was well preserved in old grease.  Cleaned and curated with Kramer's Best Antique Improver, a rust reformer and preservative.

Last photo shows a pair of Ft. Meigs or Kentucky style belt axes listed separately.

Please review the photos for condition.  I am selling part of my 60  year collection of 18th century blades and will provide a Letter of Authenticity with purchase.