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Hults Bruk Hultån Hatchet
Hults Bruk
Best traditional all-round camp hatchet
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Helko Werk Traditional Rheinlander Hatchet
Helko Werk
Best wide-bit traditional hatchet
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Hults Bruk Hultån Hatchet | Helko Werk Traditional Rheinlander Hatchet |
|---|---|---|
| Length with handle | 15 in | — |
| Head weight | 1.1 lb | 1.25 lb |
| Total weight | 1.8 lb | 1.75 lb |
| Handle | Hickory | — |
| Hardness | Approximately 54–56 HRC | — |
| Listed price | $200 | $160 |
| Handle length | — | 14 in |
| Bit length | — | 4 in |
| Steel | — | C50 high-carbon, 53–56 HRC |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Hults Bruk Hultån Hatchet
- Manageable 1.8-pound total weight
- 15-inch handle
- Hand-ground edge
- Traditional hickory construction
- Premium price
- No documented hunting-specific poll
Helko Werk Traditional Rheinlander Hatchet
- Broad four-inch bit
- C50 steel with specified hardness
- Leather sheath and oil included
- German manufacture
- Limited reach for larger wood
- No dedicated skinning poll documented
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