1940's Kelly Works Falls City Straight Handle Boys Axe

FORGED BY: Kelly Axe Mfg. Co. / American Fork & Hoe
DATE FORGED: 1940's
HEAD WEIGHT: 3.5LBS
HANDLE LENGTH: 28"
AXE TYPE: Single Bit Michigan Pattern
RATING: Fully restored (3)
 
HISTORY
In 1874 the W.C. KELLY company was formed and went on to become the greatest maker of iconic axes in the world.
 
In 1921 the Kelly Axe & Tool Co. purchased all the holdings and equipment, along with the rights to all the brands and labels, owned by the American Axe & Tool Co.
 
In 1930 the Kelly Axe & Tool Co. was purchased by the American Fork & Hoe Co. Axe production was continued under the new name of the Kelly Axe & Tool Works.
 
Eventually by 1949, American Fork & Hoe became known as True Temper. In 1987 the Kelly name was sold to Barco Industries where it remains today.
 
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ABOUT THE AXE
This "Falls City" axe was named as a tribute to Louisville, Kentucky where William Kelly first started making axes.  Louisville got the name "Falls City" as a nickname because it is situated at the Falls of the Ohio River.  The haft is finished with a light wipe of Vintage Axe Oil and the head with a dab of Vintage Axe Wax.
 
This expertly restored, heirloom quality axe instantly turns heads and becomes the go-to conversation piece in your den, office or home. Included with the purchase of the axe is a frame quality writeup about it's history.