Q: What kind of work is this axe designed for?
This carpenter's axe is built for work in dry wood, where its 3 1/2" face and balanced 17 1/2" handle give the control needed for precise cuts.
48U0403 - Small Carpenter's Axe
Hand made by professional smiths in a small factory in Sweden, Gränsfors axes are a pleasure to use. They have grace, heft and balance that reflect good design and craftsmanship.
The small carpenter's axe has a 17 1/2" handle and is well suited for work in dry wood. Offering incredible balance and control, it has a 3 1/2" face and a 2 lb head.
Each axe is marked with the initials of the smith who forged it, and is fully honed, ready for use. Supplied with a full-grain leather case and an informative booklet outlining proper usage, cutting techniques and care instructions.
This carpenter's axe is built for work in dry wood, where its 3 1/2" face and balanced 17 1/2" handle give the control needed for precise cuts.
Yes, it's fully honed at the factory, so it's ready to use as soon as it arrives.
Each axe includes a full-grain leather case and a booklet covering usage, cutting techniques and care instructions.
Yes, each axe is hand-marked with the forging smith's initials, reflecting Gränsfors' small-batch, hand-forged production.
| Materials | Steel head; wood handle |
| Dimensions | 17 1/2" handle; 3 1/2" face |
| Weight | 0.9 kg (2 lb) head weight |
| Includes | Axe; leather case; instruction booklet |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Gränsfors Small Carpenter’s Axe
Hand made by professional smiths in a small factory in Sweden, Gränsfors axes are a pleasure to use. They have grace, heft and balance that reflect good design and craftsmanship.
The small carpenter's axe has a 17 1/2" handle and is well suited for work in dry wood. Offering incredible balance and control, it has a 3 1/2" face and a 2 lb head.
Each axe is marked with the initials of the smith who forged it, and is fully honed, ready for use. Supplied with a full-grain leather case and an informative booklet outlining proper usage, cutting techniques and care instructions.
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