NCC† (†thought to be Nippon Closures Co.) Ice Axes & Ice Hammers
NCC was one of many Japanese companies that produced small numbers of ice axes in the 1960s and early 1970s. Contacts in Japan suggest that NCC may be Nippon Closures Co., but this identity is not confirmed.
Ice Axes
↑ 338: NCC Angel
Made in Japan [1960s].
860x300 mm.
Weight: 975 g.
Wood Handle.
Shaft: 35x25 mm.
Fixed head.
Straight adze with a curved edge and no arch.
Adze: 80(l)x59(w)x0(arch) mm.
Straight alpine pick with a pointed tip.
Pick: 160(l)x23(h)x6(t) mm.
Square spike.
Spike: 55(l)x12(w)x12(t) mm.
Glide ring with adjustable web strap.
A sturdy, large-headed axe.
The pointed tip and lack of teeth are well-suited for step-cutting but are inappropriate for technical climbing on steeper ice.