-MIKE- wrote:
So? Do you keep an axe scary sharp like a knife or not, because there's
too much force applied to the blade?
I'm talking about an axe, not a splitting wedge.


May sound strange, but for optimal performance I think you have to take
into consideration how you are going to be using the axe (type of wood,
for instance). The angle of the bevel will clearly determine the
strength of its cutting edge. I won't offer any numbers as frankly I
lack the experience to prescribe them. Sharp axes are known to be safer
than dull ones!

Bill