Gransfors Bruks Long & Large Splitting Axe (Firewood Maker)

The Gransfors Bruks Long & Large Splitting Axe (model #445) is designed for splitting chunks of wood, "rounds". The large splitting axe, with 3-1/2 lb. head, 3" face & 31" handle which offers you a great swing, is a superb general-purpose firewood maker. A steel collar beneath the head reinforces the handle against impact with the wood. Note this axe's poll is not hardened for use as a sledge and it is not designed to pound on a wedge. The axe is provided with a grain-leather sheath with a snap fastener. A 36 page Axe book is included with each purchase. 20 Year Guarantee. Pickup one today at OsoGrandeKnives.com America's Axe Specialists.

Gransfors Bruks American Felling Axe (31" #434-1)

The Gransfors Bruks American Felling Axe is premium full-size axe is hand forged out of a solid piece of steel and carefully tempered and sharpened. It is based on the Colonial American pattern of felling axe and is perfect for felling trees and sectioning logs. The head weighs 3.3 lb. and the face of the bit is 4-1/2". The axe has a 31" American hickory handle which provides easy "slide" for the handle through the hands. Get yours directly from OsoGrandeKnives.com today!

Frontier Tomahawk by Cold Steel

The Frontier Tomahawk by Cold Steel is a light weight Hawk that is a joy to use too as it reduces wrist, elbow, and shoulder strain without sacrificing anything in chopping power or ease of handling. The merits of the Frontier Hawk's light weight are revealed in combat too because the Frontier Tomahawk can be used at light speed from any angle and immediately recovered!

The Cold Steel Frontier Hawk tomahawk is light and fast. It's cutting edge is differentially heat treated. The 22.0" handle is made of straight grained American hickory which is unsurpassed for absorbing the shock of hard chopping. Pick one up today at OsoGrandeKnives.

Gransfors Bruks Ceramic Axe Sharpening Grinding Stone

The Gransfors Ceramic Axe Grinding Stone (model GB 4034) is a man-made ceramic sharpening stone with two grinding faces: a course side (180 grit) for repairing damage and heavy wear, and a fine side (600 grit) for sharpening. The ceramic composite makes the stone both durable and strong. In contrast to natural sandstone, a ceramic grinding stone can be given a more precise grain size. Its shape is round and flat with a beveled edge to prevent chipping. The fine side is 2/3 of the thickness, as this side is usually used and worn down most. The ceramic axe stone is normally used with water but can be used dry. The weight is 6.7 ounces (190 grams) and the diameter of the Stone itself is about 2 inches (5 cm). The Slipsten Grinding Stone is packaged in a nice-looking black rubberized case with labels for the fine side and the coarse side. See it at OsoGrandeKnives.com

TOPS Knives ECO Hawke Survival Tomahawk Review

The Eco-Hawk by TOPS Knives is a great tool for the improvising bushcrafter. The ECO HAWK is more than a Good Knife, and it's more than a Proper Hawk. The ECO comes as a complete 'Get Outta Dodge Kit'. It's a great knife in the Bush or when in the Urban Jungle... No longer do you have to always carry a full-sized Hawk.

Practice lashing the Eco Hawk to an improvised haft before you have to use it. It takes some practice to get the head secured well enough to actually use it hard. Once you figure out how to lash the head to the haft it's a very versatile tool. 

The TOPS ECO Hawk also does the job as a knife so you can fabricate a haft without too much difficulty. The versatility which this tool presents, gives the user a wide variety of options, with lightweight and convenient carry size being an added extra.  Check it out at www.OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Condor Tool & Knife Scout Hatchet Review

The Scout hatchet by Condor Tool & Knife compares favorably with those of Wetterlings Small Axe and Gransfors Bruks Wildlife Hatchet but it is roughly half the cost. The Condor Scout Hatchet performs well as a carving axe. You would be hard pressed to find another comparable product on the market that can do as much as well as this little hatchet does for the price.

As a camping tool, the Condor Scout Hatchet is light weight and a very capable cutting tool in competent hands. The Condor hatchet works great for shelter building and campfire kindling production for wood that is not over 7" in diameter. In regards to the edge, our test model took and held an edge very well.

Due to its size and weight, the Scout Hatchet overlaps the utility of a machete and larger axe in some applications. A machete is a better choice if you are clearing brush or hacking through bushes or thickets. A heavier Camp Axe will offer greater cutting power for larger firewood rounds and larger shelter building logs. For general campsite activities, such as carving and fashioning camp utensils, etc., this axe will overlap with a knife. While the Scout Hatchet will not take the place of the above mentioned cutting tools, its light weight and utility makes it a good option for the weight conscious backpacker.

This little scout hatchet will more than likely become your go to cutting tool for overnight camping trips and day hikes. Learn more about the Scout Hatchet at OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Gransfors Splitting Maul... Too Good for Our Times!

The Gransfors Bruks splitting maul is a top quality product that will not disappoint, it's the Ferrari of firewood cutting tools. The balance is perfect. 

The head is forged from high quality steel, tempered and annealed to the right hardness. The quality of the Swedish steel and how long it holds an edge is awesome! I've only had to sharpen it once in three years! The 450 Splitting Maul is created by skilled craftsmen and can't be compared to other cheaper and inferior products sold at the big box stores. 

It's refreshing to use a tool that was made by someone who cared about what they were doing, and was allowed by their employer to do their best work. Each Gransfors Splitting Maul is made by one experienced smith, and he stamps his initials in metal. That's commitment! This Gransfors maul is a pleasure to split firewood with and is well worth the extra money.

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