Whats better, fiberglass or wood handle

[spleify]

I found this awesome double headed axe and they offer it in wood or fiberglass. What is the preferred material for an axe handle?

Thanks

[Irving]

Wood is heavier. You can also soak a wood handle in water to swell it and tighten the fit if necessary. I've got a wood handle, and have only handled fiberglass.

I really couldn't suggest either way though.

[StagLefty]

Supposedly the fiberglass handles absorb the shock better but I'm no expert on the difference.

[BigBear]

All preference. I'd more worry about the axe head itself than wearing it was sporting wood or fiberglass. For my opinion, I like the fiberglass. It just seems to hang in there longer than wood.

[CrufflerSteve]

I prefer fiberglass. It absorbs impact well and lasts longer than wood. I do rock collecting and small sledges are used to break rock. I used to use wooden handled ones and had to keep several with me since I'd break a few handles a season. The fiberglass held up much better. OTOH, it is harder to replace.

Steve

[ChunkyMonkey]

ummm chain saw

[BigBear]

ummm chain saw

Well if that's were you go, then explosives!

Hey OP, we need a poll I bet!

[ChunkyMonkey]

Well if that's were you go, then explosives!

Hey OP, we need a poll I bet!

DAN MAES it is!

[Daniel_187]

Fiskers for the win

[CrufflerSteve]

Det cord. Of course it ain't great for wood splitting. Probably could modify a harpoon gun for that.

Steve