15 Best Axe For Felling of 2023 Reviews

3.5-lb axe head is balanced with a 32-inch American hickory handle

Painted Agdor blue and expertly hand forged from premium Swedish steel, sharp and ready to use out of the box.

The head is constructed in such a way that there is a tempered zone designed to hold a very sharp edge even after repeated sharpening.

The Montreal pattern axe head features a long and narrow cutting edge (approximately 5-inches in length) that easily slices through wood

Made in Sweden

Made in Austria for true quality

30" Ash handle, 6.30" blade width

The 3lbs head makes a great felling, forest axe

This line of axes is great for your everyday work, take it in your car or truck

Mueller has a very long and deserved reputation as being highly functional tools of uncompromising quality and workmanship

Handmade in Germany - The Bavarian Woodworker is a full-size traditional German cutting axe, with the heft and power required for heavy felling work. The 3 ½ 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: 3-1/2 lb, Length: 31 in, Total Weight: 5-1/2 lb

Designed for splitting medium to large-sized logs, with maximum efficiency for more one-strike splits; Ideal for taller users

Hardened forged steel blade stays sharper longer than traditional axes and advanced bevel convex design splits efficiently and makes the blade easier to remove from wood

Shock-absorbing handle with textured non-slip grip reduces hand strain, improves control and prevents overstrike damage

Included sheath protects the blade and user when not in use; Perfect for splitting and chopping wood, yard work, lawn cleanup, firewood

Overall length: 36 inches, weight: 5.85 pounds; Included lifetime warranty

Handmade in Germany - The Forester is a highly capable, full-size general purpose axe. Its 3 ½ pound head provides enough heft and power for most cutting and felling work. It is big enough to take down medium and large trees without over-encumbering the average user. If you are looking for a full-size axe but aren’t able to comfortably wield the larger Expedition, the Forester is a solid choice and perfect for the farm, home, or cabin.

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: 3-1/2 lb, Length: 31 in, Total Weight: 5-1/2 lb

Multi-purpose axe is a single-bit axe in traditional style

Head is attached to the hickory shaft using both a wooden and Steel Wedge to secure fastening

Versatile axe used for tree felling, wood chopping, and other jobs

The long handle provides power to the cut

Includes a leather edge cover

Overall Weight: 2.86 pounds

Head Weight: 2 pounds

Handle Length: 26 inches

Head: Solid Swedish steel

Handle: Solid American Hickory

2-pound Yankee pattern, hand forged axe head

26-inch American hickory handle

Tempered zone helps to keep the axe sharp after many sharpenings.

Hand-forged and ground in a factory operating since 1697.

Includes a US-made leather sheath, constructed by expert leather makers in North Carolina

Well Balanced Axe - Full length 14.5", blade length 3.3", the head weight 1.23lbs, overall weight 1.76lbs. It is a great axe for chopping logs for the fire. Small light weigh with a great centre of gravity. Perfectly weighted in the hand which helps with accuracy.

Strong Construction - The small axe is well made and the handle is nicely shaped. Drop forged carbon steel head, hardened and tempered for durability. Hickory shaft securely fixed with timber wedge and steel ring.

Good Handle - The wooden handle was designed with ergonomics in mind, making it comfortable and safe to hold and use. In addition, you can also make creative designs on the handle, such as wrapping paracord for looks and hanging, adding staining, painting, make it easy personalize your hatchet. (NOTE: Because the wood surface texture is natural, pictures for reference only, please in kind prevail.)

One Tool for Multiple Needs - This axe can easily splitting, chopping of firewood, logs and branches. The optimized blade is designed to provide you with more one-strike splits. Ideal for clearing trail, bushcraft or getting the wood ready for a campfire. It’s a perfect fathers gift for dad who like outdoors survival, hiking, camping, or backpacking.

Storage & Maintenance - Comes with a blade rubber protective sheath and nylon protective cover for safe storage and carry. After use, simply apply the rubber protective cover and hang the hatchet from the hole. Sharpen the axe slightly before or after use, this will keep the axe in its best condition. Note: Since the knife edge is protected by a thin rubber coating during shipping, it needs to be ground before use.

Overall weight: 5.60 lbs.

Head weight: 4 lbs.

5160 American Steel

32" American hickory handle