These are working axes, and the two jobs need opposite shapes.Wedge versus edgeA felling axe cuts across the grain, so it wants a thin edge and a narrow cheek that slices in. A splitting axe works with the grain, so it wants a fat wedge that levers the wood apart, a thin edge just buries itself and sticks. Using one for the other is the most common reason people decide axes are hard work.Ours are hand-forged from high-carbon steel and hung on hardwood, with a fitted leather cover.
Every piece in this collection is made by hand in the Czech Republic and shipped from our warehouse in Memphis, Tennessee. Engraving is done here in the United States before your order goes out.
A splitting axe earns its keep on the edge geometry, so the step by step with file, stone and strop is worth reading before the first cord of wood. If yours has been sitting in a shed, the restoration notes cover getting the head clean again.
7 pieces in this collection
Free US shipping
On every order, no minimum.
Hand Forged
Heated, hammered and ground by hand.
Engraving available
Names, dates or Norse runes on most pieces.
Ships from Memphis
Dispatched from our Tennessee warehouse.
