Pettitt Estate Bush Blade

We were made aware of a large stash of new old stock blades from various famed Oakland, Maine scythe makers, and the current owner was kind enough to give us the honor of consigning the blades among them that are without major historical significance. These blades are from that collection.

Good, tough blades stylistically similar to a wide-heeled hybrid of a more typical bush blade and a trimming blade, most likely made by Emerson and Stevens, on the shorter end of the usual size range. Solid steel (unlaminated) construction. Well suited to all usual bush blade tasks, these blades are most often used with the tang left flat so the blade presents itself approximately 45° to the stalks it's cutting, due to their woody nature. Most are double-beaded for extra rigidity, as shown, though some have a more common single bead.

Measurements below are taken from the blade shown in the image, and the one you receive will vary, but be of similar style.

Length: 15-1/2" 

Weight: 1lb 1.6oz

Width Across Center: 2-1/8"

If selecting the "Ground and Honed" option the edge will be made fully ready to mow. A light burr will be present from grinding and polishing of the edge that will come off in the first few honing sessions during use.

If selecting the "Angle Adjusted" option we will heat and bend the tang by approximately 10° to lower the lay of the blade in use. For users of average height this will bring the lay of the blade low enough for acceptable lawn use and other close-cropped mowing if used on a Seymour No.8 aluminum snath. If mowing in very rough terrain, cutting lots of challenging growth, or of shorter stature we suggest omitting this option. If of above-average height or being paired with a snath of lesser curvature than the No.8 snath a stronger angle may be desired. If you would like a greater angle than the default 10°, please write us at sales@baryonyxknife.com to discuss your requirements or include them in the comments field of your order!

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