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American Felling Axe, 31-inch Curved Handle (434-1)

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American Felling Axe, 31-inch Curved Handle (434-1)

Gränsfors Bruk

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Sport Utility Jersey Classic, 3.5 lb / 32-inch Curved Handle

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Sport Utility Jersey Classic, 3.5 lb / 32-inch Curved Handle

Council Tool

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American Felling Axe, 31-inch Curved Handle (434-1) versus Sport Utility Jersey Classic, 3.5 lb / 32-inch Curved Handle specifications
SpecAmerican Felling Axe, 31-inch Curved Handle (434-1)Sport Utility Jersey Classic, 3.5 lb / 32-inch Curved Handle
Head weight3.3 lb3.5 lb
Handle length31 in32 in nominal handle
Handle materialAmerican hickoryAmerican hickory
Head materialSwedish forged steelForged tool steel
Made inSwedenUSA

What our reviewers liked and didn't

American Felling Axe, 31-inch Curved Handle (434-1)

  • Broad curved cutting bit
  • Swedish hand-forged construction
  • Leather sheath included
  • Stock varies by dealer
  • Too substantial for lightweight camping

Sport Utility Jersey Classic, 3.5 lb / 32-inch Curved Handle

  • Forged anti-stick bevels
  • American hickory handle
  • Traditional double-wedge attachment
  • Unhardened poll
  • Plain working finish

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