M.H. Jones & Co. Broadhead Axe | Forged Steel Woodman’s Tool | New York | Circa 19th Century

Provenance & Ownership History
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Formerly held in a private collection in Arizona, USA. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Brea, California, USA, specializing in antique firearms and edged weapons.

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19th-century American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and flat reverse head, featuring a sturdy wooden handle, manufactured by M.H. Jones & Co., New York, used for woodcutting and frontier tasks.
Rotating 360-degree video of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe, showing the forged steel blade, flat poll, original wooden handle, aged patina, and maker’s markings.
19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and original wooden handle.
Close-up of an antique American broad axe head showing its wide curved cutting blade and aged forged steel surface.
Full-length 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broad axe with long wooden handle and wide forged steel cutting head.
Front face of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broadhead axe displaying the broad cutting edge and natural iron patina.
Opposite face of the antique forged steel axe head showing its broad blade profile, socket, and historic surface wear.
Detailed side angle of a 19th-century American broad axe showing the thick poll, blade construction, and wooden handle.
Angled close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. axe head highlighting the curved cutting edge and heavily patinated steel surface.
Oblique view of an antique New York broadhead axe showing the blade, handle junction, and forged construction.
Side profile of a 19th-century woodman’s axe showing its broad cutting blade and flat reverse striking surface.
Historic American logging axe photographed from a low side angle, showing the steel head secured to its original wooden handle.
Reverse full-length view of an antique American broadhead axe showing the original wooden haft and aged steel blade.
Close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. maker’s mark stamped into the forged steel of the 19th-century axe head.
  • 19th-century American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and flat reverse head, featuring a sturdy wooden handle, manufactured by M.H. Jones & Co., New York, used for woodcutting and frontier tasks.
  • Rotating 360-degree video of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe, showing the forged steel blade, flat poll, original wooden handle, aged patina, and maker’s markings.
  • 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and original wooden handle.
  • Close-up of an antique American broad axe head showing its wide curved cutting blade and aged forged steel surface.
  • Full-length 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broad axe with long wooden handle and wide forged steel cutting head.
  • Front face of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broadhead axe displaying the broad cutting edge and natural iron patina.
  • Opposite face of the antique forged steel axe head showing its broad blade profile, socket, and historic surface wear.
  • Detailed side angle of a 19th-century American broad axe showing the thick poll, blade construction, and wooden handle.
  • Angled close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. axe head highlighting the curved cutting edge and heavily patinated steel surface.
  • Oblique view of an antique New York broadhead axe showing the blade, handle junction, and forged construction.
  • Side profile of a 19th-century woodman’s axe showing its broad cutting blade and flat reverse striking surface.
  • Historic American logging axe photographed from a low side angle, showing the steel head secured to its original wooden handle.
  • Reverse full-length view of an antique American broadhead axe showing the original wooden haft and aged steel blade.
  • Close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. maker’s mark stamped into the forged steel of the 19th-century axe head.
19th-century American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and flat reverse head, featuring a sturdy wooden handle, manufactured by M.H. Jones & Co., New York, used for woodcutting and frontier tasks.
Rotating 360-degree video of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe, showing the forged steel blade, flat poll, original wooden handle, aged patina, and maker’s markings.
19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. American broadhead axe with forged steel blade and original wooden handle.
Close-up of an antique American broad axe head showing its wide curved cutting blade and aged forged steel surface.
Full-length 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broad axe with long wooden handle and wide forged steel cutting head.
Front face of a 19th-century M.H. Jones & Co. broadhead axe displaying the broad cutting edge and natural iron patina.
Opposite face of the antique forged steel axe head showing its broad blade profile, socket, and historic surface wear.
Detailed side angle of a 19th-century American broad axe showing the thick poll, blade construction, and wooden handle.
Angled close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. axe head highlighting the curved cutting edge and heavily patinated steel surface.
Oblique view of an antique New York broadhead axe showing the blade, handle junction, and forged construction.
Side profile of a 19th-century woodman’s axe showing its broad cutting blade and flat reverse striking surface.
Historic American logging axe photographed from a low side angle, showing the steel head secured to its original wooden handle.
Reverse full-length view of an antique American broadhead axe showing the original wooden haft and aged steel blade.
Close-up of the M.H. Jones & Co. maker’s mark stamped into the forged steel of the 19th-century axe head.
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M.H. Jones & Co. Broadhead Axe | Forged Steel Woodman’s Tool | New York | Circa 19th Century

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: United States (New York)
Material: Forged Steel with Wooden Handle
Period: 19th Century CE

Description

This large broadhead axe, manufactured by M.H. Jones & Co. of New York, exemplifies the craftsmanship of 19th-century American woodman’s tools. Designed with a wide cutting face and sharpened edge, it was intended for felling trees and splitting timber with efficiency and control. The reverse side features a flat striking surface, increasing the tool’s versatility for logging, carpentry, and general frontier use.

Features

- Broadhead design with wide cutting face

- Forged steel blade suitable for heavy woodcutting

- Flat reverse head for striking or driving

- Balanced construction for effective use

- Original wooden handle

Cultural Significance

During the 19th century, axes were indispensable tools of frontier life, essential for clearing forests, building settlements, and supporting the expanding American logging industry. Manufacturers such as M.H. Jones & Co. produced durable forged steel tools that were widely used by woodsmen, farmers, and builders. Implements like this reflect both the practical demands of the era and the enduring tradition of American toolmaking.

Condition

Well preserved with a solid blade and sturdy wooden handle. Natural wear and patina consistent with age contribute to its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 23.25 in

Age (Approximate)

125–200 years old

Provenance

Formerly held in a private collection in Arizona, USA. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Brea, California, USA, specializing in antique firearms and edged weapons.

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: United States (New York)
Material: Forged Steel with Wooden Handle
Period: 19th Century CE

Description

This large broadhead axe, manufactured by M.H. Jones & Co. of New York, exemplifies the craftsmanship of 19th-century American woodman’s tools. Designed with a wide cutting face and sharpened edge, it was intended for felling trees and splitting timber with efficiency and control. The reverse side features a flat striking surface, increasing the tool’s versatility for logging, carpentry, and general frontier use.

Features

- Broadhead design with wide cutting face

- Forged steel blade suitable for heavy woodcutting

- Flat reverse head for striking or driving

- Balanced construction for effective use

- Original wooden handle

Cultural Significance

During the 19th century, axes were indispensable tools of frontier life, essential for clearing forests, building settlements, and supporting the expanding American logging industry. Manufacturers such as M.H. Jones & Co. produced durable forged steel tools that were widely used by woodsmen, farmers, and builders. Implements like this reflect both the practical demands of the era and the enduring tradition of American toolmaking.

Condition

Well preserved with a solid blade and sturdy wooden handle. Natural wear and patina consistent with age contribute to its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 23.25 in

Age (Approximate)

125–200 years old

Provenance

Formerly held in a private collection in Arizona, USA. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Brea, California, USA, specializing in antique firearms and edged weapons.

Learn More

Explore the History and Development of Axes Through the Ages

Browse Our Collection of Historic Axes and Tools

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