Helkowerk TL Black Forest Hatchet

is a light axe with a traditional German woodworking blade. This type of axes was used daily in cities and villages in wooded areas along the Rhine River. The wide blade makes it suitable for smaller woodwork. An adjustable edge cover made of 6-7 oz American leather is included.

Shaft

- Shaft length: 32 cm - Made by hand of American hickory class 'A' - Individually selected for grain orientation and density - Treated with boiled linseed oil - Traditionally hung with hardwood wedge and round wedge of steel

Specifications Helkowerk TL Black Forest Hatchet:

- C50 high quality carbon steel - 53-56HRC (Rockwell) - Made and sanded by hand - Marked with "Helko" crown mark - Total length: 36 cm - Weight Head: 600 g - Total weight: 900 gramsWorth bearing in mind is that wood is a natural material, this means that the shade of the shank may vary and not be exactly the same as the one in the picture.