Heralded by Ray as "the number one axe choice for Bushcraft", the ever-popular Small Forest Axe is an ideal all-round model from Swedish company Gransfors, and weighs in at just 1 kg. It is the middle of the three axe sizes shown in the video above.
Each axe head comes individually stamped with the smith’s initials, while the handle features an exclusive embossed Ray Mears logo .
Each axe is of excellent quality; hand-forged and made using traditional Swedish methods. It is fitted with a 50 cm hickory handle and comes with a leather sheath. The length of the handle means it can be used efficiently with one hand or pressed to bigger jobs with two.
Details:
Weight: 1 kg
50 cm hickory handle
Comes with leather sheath
20-year guarantee
NOT AVAILBLE TO ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF 18
Protect your axe head from rust and corrosion by applying a small amount of Camellia Oil to the blade. More information on Caring for your Axe and How to Sharpen an Axe can be found in our Bushcraft Tips and Advice section.
More information on the Gransfors Bruks company can be found in our Meet The Suppliers pages.
Price:
£60.00 (inc VAT)
9 Reviews of Gransfors Small Forest Axe
Average rating:
100%
0.3
I cannot believe the service the item arrived less than 24 hours after I ordered it. 'Gransfors Forest Axe' 'Nuff Said'. Thank you.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Marcus Edwards on 22 July, 2011
0.3
I can't say anything about this axe that has not been said before. They are perfectly designed.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Andrew John Noble on 17 June, 2011
0.3
A fantastic edition to anybodys Bushcraft kit!
I had a smaller axe that I inherited from my Grandfather. It was small and just wasn't up to the chopping and carving tasks wanted from an axe and the blade was very dull! So I purchased the Gransfors small forest axe because it had been highly recommended by Ray. I opened the box and found it was larger than I had expected it to be, I took the axe out of the high quality leather sheath to inspect the blade which was razor sharp! keen to find out what it could handle, I took it out to chop some fire wood which it managed very well. The sharp edge was capable of shaving up feather sticks without a hitch. All in all a nicely balanced axe suitable for heavy chopping but also fine carving. Shipped with a razor sharp edge and a great leather sheath, fantastic! A big thanks to the Woodlore team for the speedy delivery and neat packaging I will certainly be buying from you again in the future.
Harry
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Harry Kynaston on 10 May, 2011
0.3
Whenever I order from woodlore I know that i'm going to get a quality item and this is no exception. the craftmenship is 1st class, it's razor sharp and well-balanced in the hand, and as always, delivered in super-quick time. Thanks again Woodlore.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Tom Richards on 30 November, 2010
0.3
Beautiful tool. The handle is perfectly balanced sliding through the hand like a dream. The head comes razor sharp and is easily maintained that way using the Gransfors Axe Stone, also available to purchase. I bought the Camellia Oil at the same time. If you're going to invest in quality kit you might as well preserve its quality.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Xavier on 10 September, 2010
0.3
Amazing bit of kit, as sharp as my Woodlore knife, and a must-have item for any bushcraft/outdoor person. Made light work of spoon, cup and bowl carving.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer wayne sowter on 28 May, 2010
0.3
This is an excellent well made and well balanced axe ideal for single handed use if required. I have been using this axe for over a year now and aside from an occasional honing it has remained razor sharp from day 1. Recently when i visited home i was not afraid to employ this axe on a task much larger than it was ever designed for by quartering 2' logs which were badly knotted and it actually out performed my fathers of the shelf american logging axe. A well made tool that deserves a place in any persons toolkit.
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Geoff Dickinson on 30 March, 2010
0.3
I have used alot of axes from different manufacturers and can safely say i will be using only Gransfors from this day forward! they are built to last and are extreamly sharp, and stay sharp for long periods.
Top notch stuff! Thank you!
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Bradley White on 24 March, 2010
0.3
I'm totally pleased with the Woodlore team!! I was answered all my questions in a twinkling of an eye so I chose the right thing.
The Gransfors Bruks small forest axe is just one perfect tool. It really gives strength in the arm and confidence to the mind! The woodsman's best friend indeed!
One big Thank You to the Woodlore team! Keep the spirit alive!
Gransfors Small Forest Axe reviewed by customer Ivo Markov on 1 March, 2010
To the best of our knowledge, all kit specifications are accurate, although these can vary at times. We aim to dispatch all orders by the next working day.
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