Ice axe
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An ice axe is a multi-purpose hiking and climbing tool used by mountaineers in both the ascent and descent of routes that involve snow or ice covered conditions. Its use depends on the terrain: in its
A removable snow basket accessory installed on an ice axe
A leather pick & adze guard installed on an ice axe
Jacques Balmat carrying an axe and an alpenstock
An 1872 diagram of ice axe design