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Gabriel is among the finest axe makers working today. Over tens of thousands of hours at the forge, he has shaped thousands of axes, hatchets, and tools across an extraordinary range of patterns and purposes. Much of his work is carried out on machinery he designed, built, repaired, or modified himself, reflecting a maker who understands not just the tool, but the entire system behind it. Gabriel was also the founding employee and primary maker at a now well-established regional axe company, where he was hired to design, engineer, build, and operate the complete production process that continues to produce thousands of axes each year.
Since founding New England Axe & Tool (NEAT) in a workshop he once again designed, engineered, and built entirely by hand, from the electrical system to the final stud and finish. Every hammer, set of tongs, die, and stamp is made by Gabriel himself. Every piece of steel, wood, and leather in each NEAT tool is worked solely by Gabriel McNeil.
Gabriel’s work is defined by a rare union of metallurgical insight, mechanical mastery, and hands-on material expertise. The value of his tools is ultimately proven through their durability, balance, and uncompromising performance in use.
Brand: Northeast Axe & Tool (NEAT)
Smith: Gabriel McNeill
Line: Splitting Axe
Made In: Portland, Maine, USA
Edge Steel: 1055
Steel Type: Carbon
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish)
Handle Material: Hickory w/ Walnut Wedge
Handle Length: 28"
Cutting Edge: 5.5"
Head Weight: 5lb
Cover/Sheath: Yes, Leather Cover
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Brand: Best Manufacturers
Made In: Mexico
Materials: Cast Aluminum
Total Diameter: 210mm (8")
Weight: 1351g
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Brand: Ryusen Hamono 株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: GURENHIRYU KAI
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Sujihiki/Slicer
Edge Length: 258mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 65±
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Stabilized Poplar Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stabilized Poplar Wood
Spine Length: 287mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 136mm
Total Length: 423mm
Weight: 160g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care advisement: Stainless
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastic.
Brand: Vachon Knives
Smith: Noah Vachon
Sharpener: Noah Vachon
Made in: Tomifobia, Quebec
Profile: Kiritsuke Petty
Edge Length: 260mm
Blade Height: 36mm
Edge Steel: AEB-L
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry, Copper Ferrule
Total Length: 185mm
Spine Length: 150m
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.1mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Weight: 165g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
Brand: Vachon Knives
Smith: Noah Vachon
Sharpener: Noah Vachon
Made in: Tomifobia, Quebec
Profile: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Edge Length: 220mm
Blade Height: 53mm
Edge Steel: AEB-L
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry, Copper Ferrule
Total Length: 360mm
Spine Length: 200m
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.1mm
Handle Length: 127mm
Weight: 165g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately
Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: KIKUZUKI RIN
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka 田中
Profile: Kiritsuke Santoku
Edge Length: 260mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Nashiji (Textured)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 272mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.5mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 411mm
Weight: 177g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.