Q: What is a forest axe used for?
A forest axe like this Gransfors Bruks axe is designed mainly for limbing branches off felled trees in green wood, where its thin face bites in with less wedging than a thicker head.
48U0401 - Forest 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 traditional forest axe is perfect for limbing felled trees. Designed mainly for green wood, it has a thin 3 1/2" face, a 25" handle 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.
A forest axe like this Gransfors Bruks axe is designed mainly for limbing branches off felled trees in green wood, where its thin face bites in with less wedging than a thicker head.
Yes, each axe is marked with the initials of the smith who forged it, a mark of Gränsfors' small-batch, hand-forged production.
Yes, it's fully honed at the factory and 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.
| Materials | Steel head; wood handle |
| Dimensions | 25" 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 Forest 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 traditional forest axe is perfect for limbing felled trees. Designed mainly for green wood, it has a thin 3 1/2" face, a 25" handle 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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