Gränsfors Bruk Small Forest Axe

[Worsley]

I was looking for a handy axe and came across Gransfors Bruk axes. Definitely high quality, but wanted to see what everyone’s experience with this manufacturer is.

Gränsfors Small Forest Axe | Gränsfors Bruk Sweden

The Gränsfors Small Forest Axe has a larger head and a longer handle than the Wildlife Hatchet and therefore provides more chopping power. However, it is still small enough to fit into a rucksack.

www.gransforsbruk.com

 

[Shamr0ck]

I love mine. Holds an edge well and is very comfortable to use. Primarily spends time at the fir pit helping make kindling


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[inkd]

I have a hunters axe and love it.

 

[ohen cepel]

Excellent brand, pretty hard to beat if they make a model you like. Not cheap, but I have never regretted paying for anything from them.

Council is a US made option, good tools, but not the fit/finish of the GB.

 

[joppaj]

When I used to split firewood by hand, their axes were a Holy Grail that I just couldn't afford.

 

[chilipeppermaniac]

This is a coincidence. I just read about these axes in a forestry and tree work forum I frequent.

 

[tallen702]

Wetterlings is another good ax company from Sweden if you can find a dealer locally. They tend to cost slightly less than the Gransfors-bruk brand does but they're just as good.

You can find GB locally. Edgeworks in Frederick has them in stock.

 

[Blaster229]

I was looking for a handy axe and came across Gransfors Bruk axes. Definitely high quality, but wanted to see what everyone’s experience with this manufacturer is.

Gränsfors Small Forest Axe | Gränsfors Bruk Sweden

The Gränsfors Small Forest Axe has a larger head and a longer handle than the Wildlife Hatchet and therefore provides more chopping power. However, it is still small enough to fit into a rucksack.

www.gransforsbruk.com

I was gifted one of these from a member here. The things are sharp as a razor. You need to be careful. I then gave it to my daughter.
Interesting thing, the heads are stamped with the initials of the smith who forged it. Thought it was perfect that mine was a female. One of the reasons I gave it to my daughter.

 

[outrider58]

Why is it 'hung' on a replacement handle?

 

[outrider58]

I'm an Estwing fan and these are indestructible.
I've busted too many hickory handles.

Estwing 26 In. Long Steel Handle Camper Axe

All steel, 26-inch long handled axe. Hudson Bay pattern with fully polished head, 4-inch cutting edge and nylon-vinyl grip. Leather sheath included.

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[Boats]

I am a fan of Hardcore Hammers axes and hatchets. Good quality US made alternative. (nothing wrong with the swedish stuff except they use recycled steel)

 

[Fate]

I have the GB Scandinavian Forest axe and the tomahawk-like Outdoor Axe. I use them for canoe camping. I prefer the extra length of the Scandinavian to their Small Forest Axe as I can chop without being on my knees. The Outdoor axe is great for kindling and my choice to take with a saw while soloing. Can’t go wrong with any GB axe.

 

[Choppers45]

I was looking for a handy axe and came across Gransfors Bruk axes. Definitely high quality, but wanted to see what everyone’s experience with this manufacturer is.

Gränsfors Small Forest Axe | Gränsfors Bruk Sweden

The Gränsfors Small Forest Axe has a larger head and a longer handle than the Wildlife Hatchet and therefore provides more chopping power. However, it is still small enough to fit into a rucksack.

www.gransforsbruk.com

I have had one for several years and use it often around the property and camping. Great little axe.

 

[spoon059]

Curious what y'all are using an axe for, so frequently. I've got an axe in the barn I got from the wife's uncle... never used it. I use a hatchet for minor limbs and a maul or splitting axe to chop wood.

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[AssMan]

Curious what y'all are using an axe for, so frequently. I've got an axe in the barn I got from the wife's uncle... never used it. I use a hatchet for minor limbs and a maul or splitting axe to chop wood.

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When I lived out in the mountains, I had a permit to take 2 cords of deadfall for firewood. I'd take the truck out after a storm and buck it in place, load it in the truck, and process it at home by hand. Just a chainsaw and maul.

 

[Fate]

Curious what y'all are using an axe for, so frequently. I've got an axe in the barn I got from the wife's uncle... never used it. I use a hatchet for minor limbs and a maul or splitting axe to chop wood.

Gransfors Bruk also make beautiful splitting axes and splitting mauls.

 

[thedutchtouch]

I've had one for years, it's great. Their description is very accurate, The SFA is just that, small. It's bigger than a hatchet, but smaller than a full sized axe. Great for camping/bushcraft/backpacking adventures but I'd recommend a larger one for at-home use or if you're using a truck instead of your back to carry it around.

 

[Worsley]

I've had one for years, it's great. Their description is very accurate, The SFA is just that, small. It's bigger than a hatchet, but smaller than a full sized axe. Great for camping/bushcraft/backpacking adventures but I'd recommend a larger one for at-home use or if you're using a truck instead of your back to carry it around.

I ended up buying the SFA, I should have it in the next couple of days.

 

[Boats]

Curious what y'all are using an axe for, so frequently. I've got an axe in the barn I got from the wife's uncle... never used it. I use a hatchet for minor limbs and a maul or splitting axe to chop wood.

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When all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail

With this lot I'm guessing they use their axes for everything from shaving, to minor surgery, to minor timber work, and possibly the occasional bris

 

[Worsley]

Curious what y'all are using an axe for, so frequently. I've got an axe in the barn I got from the wife's uncle... never used it. I use a hatchet for minor limbs and a maul or splitting axe to chop wood.

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I am an avid overlander and I go on many a coddiwonmple, it's great for firewood, and general outdoorsy tasks.