Medium Carving Axe, 735 g (1.62 lbs)

This hand-forged Carving Axe is designed for woodworkers, spoon makers, and green woodworking enthusiasts who demand precision, durability, and versatility. Featuring a broad cutting edge and a compact bearded profile, it is ideal for carving, shaping, hewing, and preparing wood blanks. Whether you are roughing out spoon and bowl forms or shaping green wood in the workshop, this tool delivers the rugged reliability and traditional craftsmanship needed for outstanding results.

Dimensions
• Blade Length: 10.5 cm (4.13 inches)
• Head Length: 13 cm (5.11 inches)
• Handle Length: 31.5 cm (12.40 inches)
• Weight: 735 g (1.62 lbs)

Specification
✔️ Blade: Hand-forged from high-carbon steel 52100 (hardness 58–59 HRC) for exceptional sharpness, toughness, and excellent edge retention.
✔️ Handle: Made from sturdy ash wood, known for its shock resistance and resilience, providing a comfortable and secure grip for regular woodworking use.
✔️ Sheath: Includes a custom-fitted Crazy Horse leather sheath to protect the sharpened cutting edge during storage and transport.
✔️ Condition: Sharpened and ready to use upon delivery, ensuring immediate application for your carving projects.
✔️ Performance: Whether you are processing green wood or carving blanks, the axe is designed to smoothly execute both heavy material removal and controlled cuts.
✔️ Ideal for hobbyists, bowl makers, or professional craftspeople looking for a high-quality, dependable carving tool.

Key features & Benefits
✅ Hand-Forged from Hardened Carbon Steel 52100 (ASTM A295)
Delivers exceptional durability and toughness, allowing the axe to tackle heavy hewing, carving, and shaping while maintaining a razor-sharp edge over many years.
✅ Versatile Carving & Shaping Tool
Combines a compact size with a broad cutting edge, making it highly effective for rough carving, hewing, shaping, and preparing smaller pieces of timber for detailed work.
✅ Compact Bearded Blade Profile
The lowered cutting edge provides practical geometry for controlled shaping, allowing you to choke up on the handle and work much closer to the blade for detailed tasks.
✅ Optimized for Green Woodworking
Perfectly suited for processing branches, preparing carving blanks, and shaping green wood before transitioning to finer hand tools.
✅ Ergonomic Ash Handle
The 31.5 cm (12.40 in) handle keeps the axe highly manageable while providing enough leverage for efficient hewing and fatigue-free work.
✅ Premium Leather Sheath Included
Comes with a durable Crazy Horse leather sheath, providing secure protection for the sharpened edge when the axe is stored or transported.