Gransfors Bruk

Scandinavian Forest Axe

The Gransfors Bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe is a versatile tool crafted for forestry work. With a 2.6 lb weight and 64cm hickory handle, it delivers powerful, controlled chopping. The long handle and relatively light head allow efficient felling, limbing, and carpentry tasks. Includes a vegetable-tanned leather sheath for safe transport and storage.

£161.95

description

The Gransfors Bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe is a beautifully crafted tool designed for a wide range of forestry and wood processing tasks. Forged by hand in Sweden using traditional techniques, each axe head features a  premium steel blade carefully hardened and tempered to hold a razor-sharp edge. The axe is paired with a 64cm premium hickory handle that is individually selected and shaped to provide optimal balance, power and control.

This combination of a long handle and relatively lightweight head makes the Scandinavian Forest Axe exceptionally nimble and efficient for felling trees, limbing branches, cutting firewood, and performing carpentry tasks. The gently curved bit follows the tree's shape for clean cuts, while the long handle provides leverage for powerful swings.

Each axe comes with a vegetable-tanned leather sheath to protect the edge and user during transport and storage. With the initials of the blacksmith visible on the head, and the iconic Gransfors Bruk logo burned into the handle, this heirloom-quality tool blends traditional craftsmanship with uncompromising performance. Whether you're a professional forester, woodsman, or discerning outdoors enthusiast, the Scandinavian Forest Axe is a lifetime companion for all your wilderness adventures.

Specifications:

  • Weight: 1.2kg (2.6 lb)
  • Handle length: 25" (64 cm)
  • Handle material: Hickory
  • Sheath: Vegetable-tanned leather
  • Made in Sweden

 

delivery & returns

We offer a range of UK tracked and timed shipping options with all orders over £80 being eligible for FREE UK Delivery. Please note that as there are no DPD collections over the weekend any Next Day orders placed after 11am on a Friday will be shipped the following Monday.

We also offer a range of International shipping options with fast, tracked and insured options available no matter where your order is headed.

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why nordic outdoor?

As one of the UK's leading independent outdoor retailers we pride ourselves in curating a collection of outdoor clothing & equipment unlike anyone else.

As we celebrate 20 years of business we continue to pride ourselves on being 100% independent and knowing our products better than anyone. All of our orders are shipped directly from our Edinburgh based office or one of our four UK based stores - if you have any questions then feel free to reach out to our team who will be happy to assist you in finding the ideal kit for your requirements.

Gransfors Bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe
Gransfors Bruk

Scandinavian Forest Axe

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£161.95
Hand forged since 1902.
In the modern age of mass production, Gransfors Bruk are something of an anomaly, with all of their axes still being produced by hand from their home in Hälsingland, Sweden.

Each axe produced by one of the brands master blacksmiths is forged with the smiths initials, as a mark of quality and a reminder of the handmade aspect of these incredible tools. Over the years some of the brands smiths have become especially revered for the quality of their product and we regularly field enquiries from customers who are looking to purchase an axe made by a particular blacksmith.

The quality of Gransfors Bruk axes is something the brand stands behind. For this reason all Gransfors Bruk axes are sold with a 20 year manufacturing warranty against the quality of the axe head. When properly cared for, these are tools which can be handed down generations.

Gransfors Bruk Materials

The environment is a core focus for Gränsfors Bruk, which is why the materials for the axe are chosen with such great care. Everything that is produced requires resources and all these resources have some impact on our environment. The choice of materials is guided by environmental considerations and aims to be positive for the employees and the end users alike.


As part of its green commitment, Gränsfors Bruk uses:

  • steel entirely derived from recycled scrap metal.

  • a hickory handle that is strong and flexible, which increases the life of the handle and thus helps reduce consumption of nature’s resources.

  • vegetable-tanned leather that is free from heavy metals and also is biodegradable.