Gransfors Bruks Large Splitting Axe

  1 of 16

  This axe is a joy to use, certainly in comparison to the very much cheaper splitting axe I bought from Amazon last year. It's beautifully balanced and thus easy to handle, and spectacularly sharp. I felled and bucked three dead trees, and then split the logs in no time at all and with much less effort than it usually takes me. Highly recommended.  

  Adrian Weale

  2 of 16

  My son Jamie requested this as a birthday present, we tested it on some logs immediately and found it to be perfect for the job. Jamie went on a Scandinavian holiday with Ray Mears and was informed about the quality of Gransfors Bruks hand forged axes. He already has several others in the set. Regards Richard Webb.  

  Richard Webb

  3 of 16

  Fantastic piece of kit, not too heavy and splits the logs with ease. Great service from Woodlore.  

  Gareth Crosbie

  4 of 16

  Splitting wood has never been such a pleasure ... Not only is this axe a work of art, its weight and balance is perfect. The addition of a metal collar which protects the handle near the axe head ensures longevity. Splitting wood is almost effortless regardless of your height, build and strength. Highly recommend to anyone! 'Splits wood like a demon!'  

  Suzy Kraike

  5 of 16

  I've split over 3 cubic meters of logs in two weeks and the axe is still sharp. The weight of the axe head, the extra shield of metal below the head, and the length of the all wood handle make this the perfect axe for log splitting. I would highly recommend it.  

  Dweisbeck

  6 of 16

  I can't believe I didn't buy this axe sooner! It's worth every penny. Fantastic quality and splits 300mm dia oak rounds so easily. I've been using it one handed too for splitting kindling. 10/10.  

  Nick

  7 of 16

  Firstly, the service was fantastic. Axe was generally well packaged but I might suggest that some bubble wrap would also be helpful over such a distance. As expected the axe is very well made; far superior to anything I can buy in New Zealand. Due to the wedge shape of the head it splits rounds of up to 200 mm with one strike. Larger rounds need to be split from the edge first to reduce diameter. Handle is comfortable to hold providing a firm grip. The book that came with the axe provided useful information on use and care of the axe as well as the 20 year guarantee. Axe is highly recommend as is the Woodlore store. Thanks!  

  John Limrick

  8 of 16

  This is a phenomenal splitting axe. I have been splitting huge rounds with relative ease, and every time I step back in amazement. Cannot fault it.  

  Ed

  9 of 16

  I have never even used an axe before but the weight and balance of this tool makes it so easy. A sense of relaxation and almost instant gratification - plus a bit of a workout - makes splitting logs for our Arctic cabin fire so satisfying.  

  John Fancourt

  10 of 16

  As good as it gets. Beautifully crafted, perfectly balanced and as sharp as an, erm, axe. You'll never regret getting one.  

  Simon Hughes