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Small lathing hatchet made by Charles Hammond of Philadelphia before 1900 - Htch-04; See also: Misc-17
Price: $30.00 plus shipping.

Head length: 6-1/2 inches. The one-inch-square striking face is serrated. Length over handle & head: 12 inches.  This is a rather light hatchet, the blade is mostly very thin.  The head is loose and the handle would benefit from having proper wedges installed to replace a few nails.  The steel has a dark patina with a few rust blisters but no severe pitting.  The cutting edge and striking face are both sound.