Pickaxe handle ATLAS 90 cm oval, head size 40 x 70 mm

Pickaxe handle or piochesteel ATLAS made of ash wood, with head size 70 x 40 mm and length 90 cm. Suitable for pickaxes with an oval eye, such as the 3 kg pickaxe (item numbers 930010 and 930011). Thanks to the oval shape of the handle, the pickaxe is always in the correct striking direction. No key or wedge is needed to mount this tapered handle.

ATLAS pickaxe handles are made from ash wood rootstock, which contains the best wood. Ash wood is tough, shock-absorbing, and strong. The ash wood undergoes two drying processes: during the first drying process, sawn ash wood boards are air-dried. During the second process, the ash wood is computer-controlled re-dried in a climate chamber. Because of the re-drying, the handle does not shrink and the tool stays firmly fixed to the handle.

The ATLAS handle is then waxed with the plant-based Carnauba. This allows the wood to breathe, prevents it from absorbing water or dirt, and preserves its beautiful light color. Waxing provides a longer service life and a pleasantly smooth handle, helping prevent blisters. In addition, plant-based waxing of handles is better for the environment than using varnish or paraffin.

ATLAS pickaxe handles are manufactured entirely in the Netherlands with energy neutrality and are available in various lengths and designs.