The Liberty Lineup Grows: An Update on Council Tool’s 2026 Collection

140 years of Council Tool. 250 years of America. A mark worth carrying forward.

Earlier this year, we introduced our Liberty Axe Collection to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. As 2026 continues, we’re sharing an updated lineup that brings that recognition to more Council Tool models—from Wood-Craft Pack Axes and Sport Utility axes to mauls and flathead fire axes.

For Council Tool, this milestone carries added meaning. We’re also celebrating 140 years of American toolmaking, continuing the work that began in North Carolina in 1886.

What Makes It a Liberty Axe?

The identifying detail is a symbolic American flag stamped into the steel.

On select models forged during the 2026 calendar year, this commemorative flag replaces the usual year-of-forging stamp. Instead of “26,” these tools carry a mark recognizing America’s 250th anniversary.

It’s a meaningful detail on a working tool—something to appreciate each time you pick it up, whether it’s headed to the woodpile, the campsite, or the job.

The Updated Liberty Lineup

The current list includes these flag-marked models:

• Sport Utility Scout Hatchet(NEW): 1-3/4 lb. Camp Hatchet with 14 in Curved hickory handle.
• Commemorative Scout Hatchet (Limited Release!): 1-3/4 lb Camp Hatchet with Commemorative laser etching 14 in Curved premium hickory handle.
• Sport Utility Hudson Bay Axes: 2 lb Hudson Bay pattern heads with 19 in or 24 in hickory handles — SU20HB18C and SU20HB24C.
• Sport Utility Boy’s Axes: 2.25 lb. heads with 24 in or 28 in curved hickory handles — SU22B24C and SU22B28C.
• Sport Utility Jersey Pattern Axes: 3.5 lb. heads with 36 in curved or straight hickory handles — SU35J36C and SU35J36S.
• Sport Utility Jersey Classic: 3.5 lb. head with a 32 in curved hickory handle — SU35JC32C.
• 3.5 LB Dayton Axes: 3.5 lb Dayton heads with 20 in, 26 or 36 in hickory handles — 35MD20, 35MD26, 35DR36C.
• 4 lb. Dayton Single-Bit Axe: 28 in straight handle — 40DR28S.
• 4 lb. Dayton Axe in Olive Drab: 4 LB Dayton axe with 36 in hickory handle, military version —40DV36C GSA.
• 4 lb. Dayton Single-Bit Axe: 4 lb Dayton head 20-inch straight handle (Miner’s axe)— 40MD20.
• Sport Utility 5 lb. Axes: 28 in or 36 in straight handles — SU50D28S and SU50D36S.
• Fallers Axe: 5 lb Red painted Fallers/loggers axe with 28 in straight hickory handle — 50DR28S
• 7 lb. Splitting Mauls: Axe-eye and sledge-eye options — 70MA, PR70M, and PR70MFG.
• 6 lb. Flathead Fire Axes with Marrying Slots: 32 in hickory dual-grip, 36 in Hickory or 36-inch fiberglass handles — 60FMS32DG, 60FMS36C and C60FMS36.
• Wood-Craft Pack Axes: 2 lb. heads with 19 in or 24 in curved handles and masks — WC20PA19C and WC20PA24C.

The Liberty marking is a rolling production change tied to our forging schedule, demand, and existing inventory. It applies to select tools forged in 2026, so models do not all arrive at dealers at the same time.

When ordering, ask your Council Tool dealer specifically for the Liberty flag-marked version and confirm availability.

Contact your favorite Council Tool dealer to ask about the 2026 Liberty lineup or send us an email at sales@counciltool.com.