Best Felling Axe of 2024

Handmade in Germany: The Hessen Woodworker is a midsize, traditional German cutting axe, light enough for any user to handle comfortably. The 2 ¾ lb Rheinland pattern axe head has a sharp, slim, wide-bit blade that will outperform most American pattern felling axes at cutting work. The pattern is named after Germany's famous Rhein River Valley, a heavily forested region where cutting axes like these have been in use for centuries.

C50 High Carbon Steel: 53-56 HRC - Helko Werk axe heads are open-face drop forged individually by hand from German C50 high grade carbon steel. Drop forging is a process in which the blacksmith uses tongs to hold and shape hot steel as a drop hammer falls repeatedly onto it.

Grade A American Hickory Handle: Linseed Oil Finish, 150 Grit Sanded Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory handle. All Helko Werk camping axes and hatchets have handles individually hand finished and selected for grain orientation and density with a boiled linseed oil finish and sanded to 150 grit for a comfortable and smooth finish on your axe handle

Includes Full Grain Leather Sheath and 1 oz Bottle of Axe Guard Protective Oil: All Helko Werk axes and hatchets include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect your axe blade and head. The Axe Guard oil is a metal protecting oil to help maintain the steel of your axe head, and prevent rust over time.

Dimensions: Head Weight: 2-3/4 lb, Length: 28 in, Total Weight: 4 lb

Handmade in Germany: The Expedition is as big as they come, and is the workhorse of the Classic line. This serious working axe is best reserved for the heaviest and most difficult jobs. The size may be intimidating to newcomers, but the Expedition is fully capable of clearing your property and heating your home (provided you have the stamina to put it to use). Its heavy 4 ½ pound head delivers incredible striking power in the hands of a controlled operator.

C50 High Carbon Steel: 53-56 HRC - Helko Werk axe heads are open-face drop forged individually by hand from German C50 high grade carbon steel. Drop forging is a process in which the blacksmith uses tongs to hold and shape hot steel as a drop hammer falls repeatedly onto it. This axe is handmade and hand-forged with a highly polished Classic finish to prevent rust and reduce cutting friction.

Grade A American Hickory Handle: Linseed Oil Finish, 150 GRIT SANDED Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory handle. All Helko Werk camping axes and hatchets have handles individually hand finished and selected for grain orientation and density with a boiled linseed oil finish and sanded to 150 grit for a comfortable and smooth finish on your axe handle

Includes Full Grain Leather Sheath and 1 oz Bottle of Axe Guard Protective Oil: All Helko Werk axes and hatchets include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect your axe blade and head. The Axe Guard oil is a metal protecting oil to help maintain the steel of your axe head, and prevent rust over time.

Dimensions: Head Weight: 4-1/2 lb, Length: 35 in, Total Weight: 6-1/2 lb

QUALITY FELLING AXE - This axe has a timeless Italian design that will drive power to cut even the widest trees

MADE IN ITALY - Trained Italian artisans made this beautiful and effective tool using longstanding traditions

ASH HANDLE - Includes a 35" wooden handle made from the ash tree for maximum durability and hardness

2.75 POUND STEEL HEAD - This axe's powder coated steel head is 8.75" long with a 4.25" striking face

SIZE - 35" long, 4.25" wide, 3" tall

[Versatile Medium-Size Axe]: Lightweight design is suitable for outdoor landscaping, forestry, camping or garden projects. Sized between a hatchet and full size axe for convenient storing in the vehicle for emergency situations

[Sharpened Carbon Steel]: Heavy duty blade is sharp out of box and reinforced with heat treated steel. Features anti-corrosive coating on the head, keeping the tool safe from rust and wear. Easily resharpened with a grit sharpener or file. Blade protector included

[Shock Eliminating Handle]: Tough fiberglass handle absorbs impact shock and includes grip-textured rubber for a non-slip performance. Features a hang hole for easy storing

[Chopping Power]: Head-to-handle weight balance is optimal for increasing chopping force and supports more leverage on every swing

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[Versatile Full Size Axe]: Ideal for a wide range of outdoor projects at the campsite, garden, or any landscaping environment. Whether you're cutting firewood, clearing trails, or tackling tree maintenance

[Sharpened Carbon Steel]: Blade is crafted from high-quality carbon steel with a pre-sharpened edge right out of the box. Heat-treated steel reinforcement ensures exceptional durability and long-lasting performance, while the anti-corrosive coating protects the head from rust and wear

[Shock Eliminating Handle]: Designed for comfort and control and engineered to absorb impact shock, reducing strain on your hand and arm during prolonged use. Grip-textured rubber for a secure and non-slip performance, even in wet or sweaty conditions to help maintain a firm hold for safe and efficient chopping. Hang hole enables easy storage and accessibility

[Chopping Power]: Built to deliver excellent chopping power. Optimal head-to-handle weight balance leverage more force behind each swing, ensuring quick work of any chopping task

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[Lightweight Outdoorsmen’s Tool]: Great for camping, hiking, Tree felling, landscaping, gardening, and fire wood preparation. Fell trees, make kindling, chop and split firewood. Weather-resistant and impact-resistant for all seasons

[Sharp PTFE Carbon Steel]: Blade is built from heavy duty steel and inseparable with its fiberglass handle, ensuring unmatched strength and durability. The steel is coated in Teflon (PTFE) to reduce friction and allow the blade to cut deeper. Resists corrosion, rust, and wear. Protective blade cover with handle for safe transportation, a locking latch to hold the axe in place, and thick plastic to protect the blade. Easy to strap securely onto a backpack

[Shock Resistant Handle]: 3-component fiberglass handle absorbs heavy impacts to minimize shock to the hand. Enhanced grip is wider for more control and non-slip rubber ensures a confident grip when striking. Strong polyamide reinforces the handle against bending or fracturing. Hang hole for easy storing

[Max Chopping Power]: Blade is precision sharpened and has a larger wedge angle than classic axes making it more ideal for one-strike splits and deeper cuts. Head-to-handle weight balance is optimal for maximum strike force allowing the tool to do the work with less effort

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Overall weight: 5.60 lbs.

Head weight: 4 lbs.

5160 American Steel

32" American hickory handle

Sharp：The blade is made of 45# Carbon Steel, which has been hand polished and calcined repeatedly , the sharpness greatly improves the efficiency of cutting. And Each Axe has been edged and can be used directly.

Durable：Thickened head structure design, greatly increase its thickness and hardness, and machine forging makes the head and handle closely connected, so as to ensure safety.

Comfortable Handle：The handle is made of American Hickory.It with smooth and non-slip performance after fine grinding. The 25.2 inch long handle and unique curved design are more hand-friendly and attractive.

Portable:Supporting thickened nylon sheath, well portable.

Practical:Whether it is Camping or Woodworking, it is very practical.

QUALITY FELLING AXE - This axe has a timeless German design that will drive power to cut even the widest trees

MADE IN ITALY - Trained Italian artisans made this beautiful and effective tool using longstanding traditions

ASH HANDLE - Includes a 31.25" ergonomic curved wooden handle made from the ash tree for maximum durability and hardness

5-INCH STRIKING FACE - An extra long blade edge helps cut wood grain more effectively

SIZE - 31.25" long, 5" wide, 3" tall