Axe today, they were once an integral part of a joiner and carpenter's tool kit, not just a tool for use in forestry. A tool of similar origin is the billhook. Most modern axes have steel heads and wooden handles, typically hickory in the US and ash in Europe and Asia, although plastic or fibreglass handles are also common. Modern axes are specialised by use, size and form. Hafted axes with short handles designed for use with one hand are often called hand axes but the term hand axe refers to axes without handles as well. Hatchets tend to be small
Stick in the Wheel Stick in the Wheel Stick in the Wheel are an English folk band with its origins in East London. It is led by Nicola Kearey as lead vocalist and Ian Carter (producer) who plays Dobro, with Fran Foote on harmonies, Si Foote on percussion and Ellie Wilson on fiddle. They bring a contemporary approach to folk music with raw minimalism, setting vocals to simple accompaniments and handclaps. They focus on songs both traditional and their own compositions which hold a strong relationship to the older songs through their subject matter and were praised by Eliza Carthy for bringing important new