People have been using these tools for centuries. And although their purpose is almost the same, they have distinctive features.
The hatchet is a smaller and more portable counterpart of the axe. Its small size and light weight make it suitable for one-handed operation.
It has outstanding mobility in small places. The hatchet, with its sharp blade and solid handle, is ideal for activities such as:
Preparing a fire
Limbing
Minor woodworking
The axe, on the other hand, has a longer handle and a larger handle. Its heavier head makes it a force to be reckoned with. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE
