Originally Posted By: KenK
by the time I unpacked the axes several of them had rusted from the leather contact.

Hi,
wax your leather? https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/corrosion-from-leather-sheath.957283/#post-10885249


Originally Posted By: Craig_Thompson
Any assistance is most appreciated.

Here is a gateway thread wink rabbit hole
Why I Hate the Husqvarna 13" Hatchet-- Review

https://www.youtube.com/c/SkillCult/search?query=hatchet
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Commonly Axed Questions: BEST FIRST AXE? Start With This.
HUSQVARNA FOREST AXE: Grinding the Bit To Chop Well, & Why Most Axes Don't
Expensive Axe Buyer's Guide: (SPOILER ALERT, Don't Buy One)
Failure By Design, Axe Handle Design Mistakes and Improvements, *Spread the Stress*
Axe Myth, Grip and Control, Thin v.s. Thick, Tradition v.s. Modern
This Axe Grind Dummy Rule is Kinda Dumb
COMMONLY AXED QUESTIONS: Straight vs Curved Axe Handles, Oh, the Controversy!
AXE BUYERS CHECKLIST, #1: Damage and Wear
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https://www.youtube.com/c/SkillCult/search?query=safety
How You Will Cut Yourself Splitting Kindling, & How Not To, Hatchet Safety
Best Axe Use and Safety Videos