{"id":296,"date":"2022-10-20T00:50:12","date_gmt":"2022-10-20T00:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/?p=296"},"modified":"2023-01-16T08:39:13","modified_gmt":"2023-01-16T08:39:13","slug":"ax-vs-hatchet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/ax-vs-hatchet\/","title":{"rendered":"Ax vs Hatchet- Is Ax the same as a hatchet?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A simple tool such as an ax or hatchet is a prerequisite for simple wood DIY projects. But how do you know which of the two best suits a particular task? What are the main differences between an ax<\/a> and vs. hatchet? Join us for an explicit elaboration on the ax vs. hatchet debate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Axe vs. Hatchet: Definition<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Fig 1: An Ax on a tree stump<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An ax is arguably one of the most common wood-cutting tools, weighing over 3 pounds. It features a handle measuring between 20 and 36 inches. Also, an ax has a hardy metal wedge with a sharp blade, allowing you to cut through hard objects such as trees effortlessly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, a hatchet <\/a>resembles an ax in almost all aspects. However, it is a miniature ax weighing between 1 and 3 pounds. Its handle is also relatively smaller than an ax, measuring between 12 and 18 inches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides, a hatchet has a smaller shaft but a heavier blade than a regular ax. Furthermore, you\u2019ll spot a V-shaped cut on a hatchet\u2019s blade, which separates it from other ax types. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Differences between an Axe and Hatchet<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Fig 2: A Hatchet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are two remarkable similarities between an ax and a hatchet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n