Fiskars hatchets

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Does anybody have any experience with these? The hollow handle is intriguing,Iwas wondering what would happen to the handle if it was stuffed with PJ balls. and a fire steel.
 
If you do a search on these you will find a lot of info. I bought one not too long ago and really like it so far. It's pretty light but balanced just right for good chopping. The blade has a good profile (to my eyes) and was darn sharp when I got it. I haven't really tried stuffing the handle with anything, as I didn't want to mess up the balance.
 
Don't mess with the balance of the axe. Fiskars got it right the first time, but you might want to put a sharper edge on the blade and you'll be ready to take on just about any task. These tools are a 'must' for any serious survival kit.
 
Guys ,thanks for the speedy replies,especially the search idea. I found a whole new forum on here.
 
They are a great value for sure. I have the small/medium one. I wouldn't put anything in the handle though. The hollowness helps in reducing weight and vibration.
 
They've got this one on sale at Canadian Tire:

Fiskars Garden Axe

Sale: $11.99
Reg: $29.99

Product #59-6711-4

* Drop-forged steel head for sharpness and durability
* One-piece handle is over-moulded around the head to prevent loosening or separation
* Fibreglass composite handle is lightweight and strong
* Includes plastic sheath

0596711_160_CC_1f01c.jpg



eric
 
Are the Fiskars and Gerber axes essentailly the same thing.......just branded differently ?

- regards
 
I believe they are. I can't tell the difference between my Gerber and the Fiskars I saw at the hardware store. Except for the orange handle and the price tag. The Fiskars is usually $10 cheaper.:mad:
 
Shotgun said:
I believe they are. I can't tell the difference between my Gerber and the Fiskars I saw at the hardware store. Except for the orange handle and the price tag. The Fiskars is usually $10 cheaper.:mad:
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Thanks Shotgun :thumbup: .....I'm looking for something to put and keep in the car trunk...seems as if these would be ideal.

- regards
 
I read on another site that the Gerber axes used to be made by Fiskars, but are now made in China. Doesn't mean that it's true, but it's out there.

I have one of the Fiskars short axes, paid just under $20.00 for it at a local Orchard Supply Hardware. Good axe and they had the Fiskars sharpener for it, so I picked it up too. Lite enough to throw both in my trucks emergency bag.
 
I have 3 hatchets from Fiskars/Gerber. One of these has been reprofiled by the BRKT crew. It easily cuts better than the factory edge. However, I wouldn't discredit the factory edge. Dollar for dollar, you won't find a better hatchet. I carry one with me all the time in the woods and find it to be very user friendly. There is no need to worry about it around the water and it holds up to anything thrown at it. I've used mine in fairly cold temps -10 and have never had a worry in my mind. Go for it, you won't be sorry.

Kev
 
Turd, the photo is not of the model on sale. The sale model is all black handle and the blade is slimmer without the bumps where blade meets handle.

Fiskars are still made in Finland as are their slide into the handle saws which are very light. They do have other products made in China though.

Best advice if you are Canadian is to buy this sale model while you can before it too is made in China.

I'll likely pick one up though on the hole I don't use hachets much.
 
By the way, the edge covers the Fiskars comes with is too big and bulky. This was the solution I discussed with Reid of Sharpshooter Sheath Systems about. I love mine!

Kev
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I Love the Fiscars Hatchet, I have put chord in the handle and havent had any problems.

They are also very good Ferro Rod strikers, as I discovered on a recent trip.
 
I bought the pictured one for $20 at OSH. When I swung it, the overly thick triangular cross section of the head made it bounce out of wood, instead of cut or even stick.

So, off to the bench sander I took it, and quickly ground a bunch of the soft head's thickness, away. I finally ran out of patience taking off metal, and so temporarily quit messing with mods.

It cuts much better, now. Weight came in at exactly 1 lb, all told.

I'm still holding my breath for a Gransfors Mini, for casual backpacking and hunting trips.

CHEERS
 
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