Gear: Pulaski Axe

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Pulaski Axe

Ed Pulaski

Category: Rescue Equipment
Subcategory: Axes and Accessories
Price: 24.95
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Description:

The pulaski is a special hand tool used in wildland firefighting. The tool combines an axe and a mattock in one head, similar to that of the cutter mattock, with a rigid handle of wood, plastic, or fiberglass. The pulaski is considered one of the most versatile tools for constructing firebreaks as it can be used to both dig soil and chop wood. It is also well adapted for trail construction, gardening and other outdoor work. As a gardening or excavation tool, it is quite adept at digging holes in root-bound or hard soil. As a result, it can often be purchased in a retail setting.

Member Reviews

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    chain1douglas, Mon, 26 Nov 2007 02:42:00 UTC.

    As a wildland firefighter I had to write a review praising the Pulaski Axe. There isn't a crew that doesn't have a handful of these.

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    Dino1410, Sun, 20 Jul 2008 02:30:50 UTC.

    Every "grass unit" should have one of these diverse tools. They really tear up the ground.

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    Neko_Shouboushi, Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:21:41 UTC.

    When I used this tool in Wildland firefighting, I've found that it is very versatile - I can fall a tree and dig line all in the same tool. I've also used this tool to help out in trail maintenace projects - This is a great tool to have! Every Fire, Grade and Trail crew should have this tool in thier CCV's!

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    ehsvfrd1691, Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:50:40 UTC.

    If you work on a bridge crue you need a pulaski

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    kipton88, Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:16:26 UTC.

    This is an awesome tool and other than the chain saw its the next best thing it is so versatile although it is much harder to work with than other tools when doing mop-up its is an all around great line cutting tool.

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    drgnslyr7471, Fri, 22 Aug 2008 21:14:32 UTC.

    My tool of choice on the fireline...!

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    luvmyff99, Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:02:02 UTC.

    This thing is awesome. Steve has his at the house and we have used it to remove trees and bushes that are in places we do not want them. It is amazing how easily it takes care of business.

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