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My most used axe has a 3-1/2" blade and I use it on most everthing, I am not sure of it's weight-around 2-1/2 pounds.

Depending on the stick and its needs my approach varies. I saw the shoulder, chop a V next to the the shoulder and swing into the butt splitting the bulk off. I don't use my mallet, it's another tool I would have to pick up. I score the face to the line, and at times into the line, then the slick is used. I even use the axe as the slick grabing the head and pushing the blade. Other times I will turn the timber so the tenon is vertical, stand on the top and chop/split as if hewing the tenon.

Clear wood in a big advantage, but not always present. I use the French Snap when able with fun results.

Power must be faster but at what cost? A recient newbie just placed a 1" slice in his leg with a fresh chisel, through the pants, probably 3/8 deep, a nice slice. What would a power tool do? I have to run a genny as well, talk about noise.

Working alone I will favor my time and peace. With a group the atmosphere is full of something else and I am apt to use power.

My axe is my router, as well.

Tim