Top 10 Bushcraft & Camping Axes

The reference-standard forest axe: excellent balance, thin cutting geometry, strong quality control and enough reach without becoming burdensome.

A highly versatile American design with tough 5160 steel, a useful hardened poll and excellent working geometry.

The Dvardala Hunting & Forest Axe (formerly known as Spika) features a 1.5 lb. head, hand-forged from high-quality Swedish steel at the historic Hults Bruk forge. With a well-proportioned hand notch and a semi-straight edge featuring a flat, wide grind, this axe is designed for versatility – ideal for hunting, bushcraft, light chopping, carving, and even small-scale splitting. The compact 17.5” curved American hickory handle offers excellent control and portability, making it perfect for field use and close-quarters work. Crafted with enduring Swedish craftsmanship, the Dvardala delivers precision and durability for serious outdoor enthusiasts. Its primary applications include hunting, carving, and light forest work.

Possibly the most famous compact forest axe, with superb balance and enough head weight for serious work.

Excellent balance and a versatile edge profile make the Åby capable of both forest work and finer shaping.

A respected Swedish-forged version of a distinctly Canadian head pattern, with useful reach and an efficient felling profile.

Excellent forging, comfortable balance and a compact form make the Hultan a top-tier camp hatchet.

The steel collar adds durability to a remarkably compact, high-quality axe that can still be used two-handed when necessary.

A beautiful, balanced hunting axe with enough head mass for real work and a polished poll useful around game.