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Shipbuilding Hewing Axe, Shipyard. Hallowell, ca. 1850's

Historic Hallowell - Shipbuilding

"There was also a drawing knife, a slender blade with sharp points protruding from the bottom, and on either side, there were wooden handles which one…"

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Hallowell Steam & Boom Company, Kennebec River, Hallowell, ca. 1890

Historic Hallowell - Logging

"… that was very dangerous because of its two axe blades on both sides. One double bit axe cost $15, but to make it, it would be cheaper at $5."