I have thought about re-halting this axe for some time, but I have never settled on any particular form.
I've seen dozens of later axes with their hafts that can have a slight downward drop to the pommel, but I think these are later and somehow wouldn't be appropriate. And, I also suspect a lot are replacements.
A lot of old illustrations from later periods are a little vague on this detail.
So, any assistance is appreciated. I will post images once the project has been completed.
I believe the existing wood is maybe 200 years old. It is not secure in the socket, and, while without a doubt it was hand cut, it just looks too fresh to be as old as the head.
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