Poddington Billhook First prototype

first prototype of the Poddington style billhook. Double bevel, forge welded socket, elliptical handle.
This one is slightly thicker in the blade and has an extra inch length in the socket and handle with a slightly larger diameter swell I. the handle.

9” blade
19” overall
1/4” to 1/8” distal taper
2lb 8oz

All figures approximate.