Small Carving Axe with Leather Sheath, 0.68 kg (1.50 lb)

This hand-forged Wood Carving Axe is designed for woodworkers, spoon makers, and green woodworking enthusiasts who demand precision, control, and reliability. Featuring a broad cutting edge and a unique ribbed ash handle, 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 durability and traditional craftsmanship needed for outstanding results.

Dimensions
• Blade Length: 12.5 cm (4.92 inches)
• Head Length: 12 cm (4.72 inches)
• Handle Length: 30.5 cm (12.01 inches)
• Weight: 680 g (1.50 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, featuring a ribbed texture that improves grip and provides a secure hold during carving.
✔️ 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 shaping carving blanks, the axe is designed to smoothly execute both heavy material removal and highly 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 and shaping while maintaining a razor-sharp working edge over many years.
✅ Textured Ribbed Ash Handle
The 30.5 cm (12.01 in) handle features a ribbed texture that offers a highly secure, non-slip grip, enhancing control and reducing hand fatigue during extended workshop sessions.
✅ Versatile Carving & Shaping Tool
Combines a compact size with a broad cutting edge, making it highly effective for rough carving, hewing, and preparing smaller pieces of timber for detailed work.
✅ Optimized for Green Woodworking
Perfectly suited for trimming branches, preparing spoon blanks, and shaping green wood before transitioning to finer gouges or hand tools.
✅ Broad 12.5 cm (4.92 inches) Cutting Edge
Provides a highly effective cutting area for quick material removal, allowing you to create rough shapes efficiently before detailed finishing 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.