Gransfors Bruks

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[Sharp & Fiery]

I also have a GF small forrest axe. It sees a lot of use and is quite handy. I can swing one handed or choke up without the handle being too long or awkward.
Does a lot of work out in the bush at home for me. Good axe. There are other axes that do a better job at some tasks...but hey, I didnt say the SFA is my only axe.

 

[THEIRCOMMITTED10]

I have two Gränsfors Bruks axes now . I like the American Felling axe a lot it feels really good and swings nice . Both axes I have from them seem well made .

I bought the Large Splitting axe next with the “long” handle same length as their maul at 31” Long . Swinging it yesterday splitting some wood I feel like the handle is too short for me . Which is kind of a bummer to me after spending a real nice penny on the axe .

I think I am going to look for a traditional American splitting maul head with a 36” handle instead .

 

[Square_peg]

Try a 5 pound axe on a 36" handle for splitting.

 

[Ian80]

I bought a sfa and I’ve really liked it for car camping and fires at home. I would definitely recommend one. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed!

 

[Mick Boardman]

I own three GB and they are nice tools. They all came sharp enough to slice paper. If you like a quality axe, you will love the GB.

 

[Rise AU]

Identical head, better steel of your choice, hand forged in the USA, not a nice fit and finish on the handles but half price of the gransfors sfa.
http://www.sevenpinesforge.com/product/outside-axe/
Id consider it or the husky equivalent which actually has a more useable handle length and not outrageous price tag.
https://www.husqvarna.com/us/accessories/axes/traditional-multi-purpose-axe/596271301/
I have owned a small forest axe and sold it almost immediately after testing and realizing it was useless in most applications too thin, too light, sticks too much, too short of a handle.

 

[thunderstick]

It is my preferred axe for scalping from horseback. The longer handle gives you more reach and you can swipe a fallen foe with one hand by leaning low in the saddle as you swoop by. It comes sharp so it is ready for scalps right out of the box.

 

[thunderstick]

I like it more as a generalist light duty bush-craft tool than a wood processing tool.

 

[Mick Boardman]

I have two I use for processing wood and also the mini hatchet for light camping duty.

 

[garry3]

I have two I use for processing wood and also the mini hatchet for light camping duty.View attachment 1400817

I've been meaning to get one of those splitters, heard nothing but good from those that own them.