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AXE MILITARY TYPE US
Faithful reproduction of the ship's ax with its "Collins" marking and its handle with a particular shape in varnished wood.
COLLINS
Military Axe US Type Collins
Reproduction US Army standard equipment
Military axe to US Army specification, executed in Collins style as used on WWII jeeps and other vehicles. The axe was supplied as standard pioneer tool and mounted to the side of the vehicle. This reproduction follows the original dimensions and design.
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Type Single bit axe |
Finish Collins-style reproduction |
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Application External tools military vehicles |
Origin Made in USA style |
Features
- Steel axe head with wooden handle
- Design according to original Collins pattern
- Suitable for mounting with axe bracket and strap
- Length approx. 80-87 cm (32-34 inch)
- Historically correct design
★ This axe is a reproduction of the iconic Collins axes used by the US Army during WWII. Collins Company supplied millions of tools to the military during both world wars.
Installation notes
The axe is mounted with an axe bracket to the body and secured with a leather strap through footman loops. The axe blade fits into a metal protective sheath (axe sheath) mounted to the side of the vehicle. On MB/GPW driver's side, on M38 passenger side.
Compatibility
Suitable for vehicles with standard pioneer tool mounting. Please note: early jeeps (Ford Script GPW, Willys Slatgrill MB) used a shorter bracket with 2 mounting holes; from early 1942 onwards, a longer bracket with 4 holes was used for longer axe heads.
Historical context
Collins Company from Connecticut was one of the largest suppliers of axes, shovels and machetes to the US Army during WWII. Their products often bore the distinctive 'Legitimus' logo and were issued as standard pioneer tools on military vehicles.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
