The Forester is a versatile, reliable general purpose axe. The 1.6kg head is an ideal weight for medium duty splitting and cutting work. This axe is the next in line when a little more power is needed than a compact "boy's" axe. Comes with our standard top grade American cow hide 6oz leather adjustable sheath.

Head Weight 1600g/ Gross Weight 2200g/ Handle Length 80cm

Head
• C45 high grade carbon steel 
• Open die drop forged by hand, heat treated, and oil-hardened 
• Approximately 53HRC (Rockwell)
• Hand ground and polished to a mirror finish 

Handle 
• Crafted in Switzerland from Grade 'A' American hickory 
• Individually selected for grain orientation and density 
• Hand finished with boiled linseed oil
• Traditionally hung with softwood wedge and round steel ring for added security