Name/Title
Bulbous Handle Tabar_LEntry/Object ID
325; Full Code: 325.12.65-AX-NBTags
AxeDescription
This artifact is a Custom High-Carbon Steel Tomahawk, documented as a modern build that integrates North American frontier design with Indian metallurgical craftsmanship. It represents a masterclass in Rotational Dynamics, featuring a dual-purpose head and a reinforced hilt architecture. The piece documents a focus on structural balance and high-impact resilience.
Core Components & Engineering
The Head (Forged High-Carbon Steel): A single-piece forging featuring a broad primary bit and a secondary hammer poll.
Primary Bit: Forged with a convex edge geometry, designed for deep shearing "outputs" while resisting edge-chipping upon high-velocity impact.
The Hammer Poll: The rear of the head terminates in a solid steel cylindrical poll. Mechanically, this acts as a Counterbalance, shifting the Center of Gravity toward the eye of the axe for increased rotational stability.
Eye & Retention: The head is secured to the shaft using a heavy steel pin and a friction-fit eye, ensuring Mechanical Certainty during repetitive swinging maneuvers.
The Shaft (Laminated or Seasoned Hardwood): Constructed from a high-density wood with a distinct parallel grain structure, likely hickory or seasoned ash.
Stress Distribution: The linear grain ensures maximum longitudinal strength, allowing the shaft to absorb the kinetic energy of a strike without fracturing.
Terminal Architecture (Steel Pommel Cap): The base of the shaft is encased in a long Steel Ferrule with a globular pommel.
Retention Stop: The globular flare acts as a physical "stop" for the hand, ensuring the tool remains secure even during high-moisture or high-fatigue "inputs."
Chased Detailing: The transition edge of the ferrule features scalloped openwork, documenting a refined aesthetic finish.Made/Created
Manufacturer
Sahib SinghDate made
circa 2021Dimensions
Dimension Description
25"Length
4 inAcquisition
Place
City
Amritsar, PunjabState/Province
Punjab
