Collins USFS stamped Head & Handle Double Bit Axe

A true piece of American forestry and tool-making history, this vintage Collins double bit axe represents the long-standing connection between The Collins Company and the United States Forest Service (USFS). For decades, Collins produced rugged, dependable axes and firefighting tools trusted by USFS rangers and forestry crews across the country.

This axe features the desirable mid-20th century “Boxed Collins” stamp (circa 1950s–1966), identified by the crisp rectangular logo with bold block-letter “COLLINS” marking. Produced during the original Connecticut manufacturing era, these axes are known for their distinctive convex-profile head with thick, rounded cheeks with the head stamp positioned to read correctly when the handle points to your right — a hallmark appreciated by collectors and outdoorsmen alike.

The United States Forest Service, established in 1905, manages millions of acres of national forests and grasslands, making tools like this an important part of American conservation and wilderness history. The pairing of an iconic Collins axe with USFS heritage makes this a highly collectible and display-worthy piece.

Measurements:
• Double bit head length: 11”
• Blade width: 4-1/2”
• Overall axe length: 36”
• Weight: 4 lbs. 13 oz.
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