Question 1

In the picture it shows a metal shield on the neck of the handel - does it come with that?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all Gransfors splitting mauls and axes come with a metal shield on the neck of the handle. Thank you

Question 2

Can anyone compare this to the Fiskars X27 Splitting axe? To me it's the ULTIMATE axe of all times. Cuts through everything. Thanks.

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If you ever use one you will never go back the only thing is they could put a longer collar guard just for over strikes. I have never used a fiskars but I know when you hold one of these in your hand you know it is made by hand by somebody that take's pride in their work. I have split about 25 cords and just sharped 3 times. It holds a great edge. I know it's a bit pricey but I think you get what you pay for here.

Question 3

Is there a link to a replacement handle for this axe?

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I wish that Amazon STILL let us comment to each other as customers. That was such a wonderful social aspect of this site. Where customers could REALLY help one another!

Anyways, moving on, I am SO curious why you need a handle replacement?

B/c I've owned this tool & I've accidentally hit the neck of the handle, right below the maul head, on the edge of logs, on the edge of "wedges" I've used.. & it's held up really good b/c of that metal guard around the neck.

So if you've read this far. Thanks. There is no link to a replacement handle that I know of.

YOUR BEST BET, in this particular case, would to be search locally.. & see if you can find yourself a good handle.

I know you could ALSO go to their website though & contact them, through email, explain your situation, and they could probably guide you in the right direction?

Gransfors Bruk, has both a English website & Swedish website, so you'd have to hit the right one.

Good luck with endeavors!

Question 4

how well does it work on hardwoods (oad, hickory, etc.)?

Accepted Answer

It worked great on cherry. I haven't tried it on the other woods yet.

ASIN	B000WIOE7A
Best Sellers Rank	#174,717 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #121 in Gardening Axes
Blade Edge	Convex
Blade Length	6.3 centimeters
Blade Material	Alloy Steel
Brand Name	Gränsfors Bruks
Color	Brown and silver
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (262)
Handle Material	Wood
Head Type	Splitting Maul
Included Components	Sheath
Item Dimensions L x W	31.5"L x 5.5"W
Item Weight	3.58 kg
Manufacturer	Drake Off Road Tools
Manufacturer Part Number	Drake Off Road Tools
Model Number	Drake Off Road Tools
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Style Name	Splitting Maul
Unit Count	1 Count

Gransfors Bruks Drake Off Road Tools Bruk Splitting Maul 450 Wood Splitting Axe, 32" L

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