Description
We make our cutting axes in two different sizes, to the smaller one is also a suitable leather sheath, which can be bought separately. The colour of the leather might vary.
Cutting axe 0,7 kg
- Bevel length 9 cm
- Total length 33 cm
A lighter cutting axe suitable for hunting, scouting or being able to chop wood on the go.
Cutting axe 1,8 kg
- Bevel length 14 cm
- Total length 33 cm
- A heavy and powerful cutting axe that will help you remove a lot of material at a high rate.
The weight indicates axe head and handle. The handle is made by ash wood. The total weight might vary because wood is a living material that can have different density and characteristics, even though we sure all handles have the same humidity.
All our axes are made with the edge in the middle. Symmetrical bevels, which means that the bevels have the same length. All grinding and honing are made on freehand. The bevel angle is around 27-28 degrees. The axe head is put on the handle with glue and a wedge. We use a hydraulic press with around 1000 kg’s of power to push down the wedge. This is the best way to fasten the axe head to the handle.
An axe, adze or hammer head seldom come loose. But it can happen. Wood is a living material. The most common reason is moisture. For example: The axe have been stored outside and then get inside in a warm and dry place. The wood then get smaller/shrink. The number one advice: Hit the wedge!