True mountaineering ice axe François Simond & Fils,number 2, marking on the side of the blade FRANCOIS SIMOND & FILS, CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC, chamois head hallmark surrounded by gentian Original ice axe, early 20th century, in very good condition, without modification, restoration, restoration, breathes in mountain adventure, charged with experience. Dimensions: length 84 cm, width of the handle 3.5 cm x 2.6 cm, length of the blade + head + pane 30 cm, width of the pane 6 cm Weight: 1.137 kg In 1820 in Chamonix, the Simond family was made up of several brothers, all blacksmiths and crystal makers. They worked with iron and wood, owns a forge and made agricultural implements, bells and tools dedicated to their crystal work. In 1860, François Simond devoted to the design and manufacture of mountain equipment, ice axes, crampons, sleds, skis. See Simond Rare item.