Mountaineer Climbing Ice Axe. Aschenbrenner Stubai Austria c1930.

This vintage Stubai ice axe which has seen lots of use dates from the first half of the 20th century and is 80 cm in length. The steel blade is marked on one side with the Stubai logo.

Description

This vintage Stubai ice axe which has seen lots of use dates from the first half of the 20th century and is 80 cm in length. The steel blade is marked on one side with the Stubai logo, made in Austria & Original Aschenbrenner Ges. Gesch.

Aschenbrenner developed the ice axe in the early 1930's and had them manufactured by the Stubai company. This type of axe became almost universal in the mountains from the mid 1930's.

A nice decorative ice axe that has a beautiful patina to the wooden handle so looks great on display. Would make a wonderful piece for the home, ski lodge, bar or prop.

Material: Steel head. Wood handle.

Maker: Aschenbrenner. Stubai Austria.

Dimensions: 80 cm (31 1/2 inches) Length. 31 cm (12 1/4 inches) Width.

Weight: 984 g.

Condition: Good used vintage condition with the usual chips, dents, rust and wear leaving a great look. Interesting display items, home decor or decoration. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the ice axe is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

References

SKU: SMA1864