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I'm using an ax now that I braised when the head split. It's unique. I thought of tig welding it, but I don't know what kind of metal it is. They say finest Swedish steel. Filler rod? I'd like to have a Wetterling I can show off too.


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Originally Posted by rob p
I'm using an ax now that I braised when the head split. It's unique. I thought of tig welding it, but I don't know what kind of metal it is. They say finest Swedish steel. Filler rod? I'd like to have a Wetterling I can show off too.


Why it the heck would you even think of welding a forged and hardened piece of steel that you already paid someone else to do right the first time? frown

It looks to me like they forged it a little cold(brittle) in the area, hence the crack.

I would not stand for a $40 Estwing or Bahco axe having a defect like that, let alone an $80+ Wetterlings.

The best way to prevent more of this is in the future is to let them know it occured and make them replace it now.

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If you got it for 10 bucks, the attempt at repair would be part of the project.
New product should be taken care of by the seller/maker when in this condition.
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Originally Posted by michiganroadkill
If you got it for 10 bucks, the attempt at repair would be part of the project.
New product should be taken care of by the seller/maker when in this condition.
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Per usual, word from the very wise... smile


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Originally Posted by rob p
Would something like this be cosmetic or a problem?

That's a problem.


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While a worth while picture to show a lack of quality control can't see any question or advice that should be needed in such a situation.


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