Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet Swedish Axe (16 Inch Hickory Handle) H840702

SKU: H840702

Retail Price:

$169.00

The Hults Bruk Almike is a small all-purpose bushcraft style axe. It is intended for tasks such as making kindling, doing light clearing and for any number of backcountry jobs. The axe can be worn on a belt. This axe has an axe head weight of one pound and a handle length of 16 inches.

The Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet is a functional axe with an emphasis on the use of top quality materials to achieve a highly functional and durable tool. This axe is made at Hults Bruk in Sweden. Forged from top quality Swedish axe steel with a carefully attached handle that is made from selected oiled prime hickory. This axe is an excellent value for money.

The axe head is hand-forged and made from Swedish axe steel in a foundry that has been in operation since 1697. As part of the production process, the steel is struck multiple times thereby increasing its density and resulting in more durability of the axe. The head is constructed in such a way that there is a tempered zone designed to hold a very sharp edge even after many sharpenings. A traditional leather protective sheath that is embellished with some unique Swedish decorative elements is included.

Features:

The axe is hand-forged and made from Swedish axe steel using traditional methods in use since 1697.
The steel is stuck several times, increasing its density and thereby the durability of the axe.
The Axe has a clear tempered zone within which the axe can be sharpened whilst not detracting from the strength of the edge.
The shaft is made from hickory and treated with linseed oil.

Specifications:

Handle Length: 16.0 in.
Head Material: Solid Swedish Steel
Handle Material: Solid Oiled Prime American Hickory
Head Weight: 16.0 oz.
Head Width: 5.50 in.
Head Thickness: 0.96 in.
Cutting Edge: 2.90 in.
Handle Material: Solid Oiled Prime American Hickory
Weight: 25.80 oz.
Sheath: Leather
Brand: Hults Bruk
Model: Almike Hatchet
Model Number: 840702
Made in Sweden