Hultafors 3401851 - 1.5kg Agdor Yankee Felling Axe (Hickory Handle)

The 1500g Hultafors Agdor Yankee Axe is the small full-size model in the Agdor Yankee Axe range. The head is Hand Forged from special Swedish carbon steel using time tested methods the Hults Bruk forge has been using since 1697. The Axe features a 800mm Swedish made American Hickory handle providing a perfect combination of beautiful balance, strength and power. With the head weight of 1500g the Agdor Yankee Axe is the middle weight of the full-size Agdor Yankee Axe range. With the full-size 800mm Hickory handle and 1500g head this axe has the power to do some serious work. This is the Axe when you need a combination of good power but not too heavy to tire quickly. It is a Perfect choice for someone’s first full-size axe or for the experienced user who does not wish to swing the weight of a heavy axe anymore. It is suitable for felling of medium/larger trees, medium/heavy de-limbing, Shelter building, light splitting and all kinds of tasks when the power of a full-size Axe is required.

• The Axe features a bead blasted finish with a clear lacquer for added protection.
• The steel is stuck around 70 times under a power hammer, this refines the grain structure of the steel increasing the durability and edge retention of the Axe.
• The cutting edge is hardened and tempered enabling it to hold a very sharp edge even after many sharpening’s.
• The American Hickory handle is treated in a 200deg Celsius bath of linseed oil to improve flexibility & provide protection from the elements.