Watch an old German Helko Werk axe get fully restored! From sandblasting the rusted head to crafting a custom laminated handle from Black Locust and Oak, every step is detailed. See how this vintage ...

LACEY, WASHINGTON — There's an age-old tension between honoring tradition and embracing innovation. A family-owned sporting goods company in suburban Seattle is confronting that tension in the sport ...

As simple as a baseball bat might seem to be, people are forever tinkering with its design. Bats have gotten shorter and lighter, handles have gotten thinner; some bats have a hollowed-out cup at the ...

The traditional baseball bat’s characteristics are as universal as they are simple – a cylinder of wood, wide at the barrel and narrow at the handle, with a circular knob at the base. But for the ...

KENT, Wash, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exciting evolution of its brand, Axe, the pioneering baseball bat company known for its revolutionary design, unveiled new products with a fresh brand ...

This is the first in a series of articles focusing on an often-overlooked part of baseball: the equipment. Periodically, Baseball Prospectus will interview people around the game to gather insight ...

The Reaper Damascus Axe is a testament to the enduring relevance of traditional craftsmanship in the modern world. This hand axe, lightweight yet powerful, is a versatile tool designed for a range of ...