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Gransfors Bruk Small Forest Axe w/ exclusive Ray Mears logo #420 + FREE extras

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Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Gransfors Bruk
MPN: 420 Model: Small Forest Axe #420
Country/Region of Manufacture: Sweden UPC: Does not apply


Gränsfors Bruk Small Forest Axe with exclusive Ray Mears Bushcraft logo on handle + FREE extrasGränsfors Forest Axes are made to be used in the forest for everything from felling large trees to limbing small logs.  The Gränsfors Bruks Small Forest Axe is a classic tool of the outdoors, and remains the best-selling model from the revered Gransfors range. Thanks in large part to its longstanding reputation for reliability, ease of use and superb build quality, it is arguably the most popular axe in the world of Bushcraft. Indeed, Ray Mears heralded this model as "the number one axe choice for Bushcraft" for many years.
The Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe is an excellent all-round choice for woodworking in the outdoors. It features a larger head and longer handle than the Wildlife Hatchet model, and therefore provides more chopping power. However, the Small Forest Axe is still small enough to fit into a rucksack.

The Small Forest Axe is excellent for felling trees and limbing, and the length of the handle means that it can be used efficiently with one hand or pressed to bigger jobs with two.
Smiths: Each Gränsfors Bruk Axe has the initials of its maker proudly stamped on the Axe head.  The Small Forest Axe with the exclusive Ray Mears logo that are listed here were forged by (MB) Mattias Blixt-Pettersson and (AC) – Christian Sjölund.The Small Forest Axe will be delivered to you with a hickory handle and a full-grain leather sheath.As an added bonus you'll also receive with your purchase the following items for FREE!Free - 28''-36" long x 3/4" wide, full grain leather strip  to wrap the neck of the handle to protect it from miss-hits.Free - 24''-28'' long x 5/8'' wide, full grain leather lanyard. With a 5/8 inch wide leather lanyard, it will help prevent it from biting or digging into your wrist when you use it. Free - 10 mil 3M Temflex 1100 tape. 3M Temflex 1100 tape is made of tough, PVC. It is easy to apply and provides excellent protection against abrasion and provides impact and tear resistance. It resists corrosion caused by acids and it also resists salt water and sunlight. It can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments. (not shown on photos)Free - black rubber band to use as a base wrap  before using the leather wrap. (not shown on photos)Free - 2 thick, black rubber bands to secure the leather wrap in place when wrapping the neck of the handle.  I am including 2 bands so that you'll have an extra just in case one gets lost or breaks eventually from use.My suggestion on how to wrap the neck of your axe: I suggest using the rubber band strip that is provided as a base wrap first.  The rubber base helps to prevent the wood from getting wet even if the leather gets wet. It will act as a cushion to absorb some of the impact of mishits and helps to prevent the leather wrap from getting damaged.  Finish tying off the end using electrical or duct tape. Next, use the leather wrap. Overlap edges of the leather as you wrap. This will double the thickness of the leather for better protection.  It will also give better traction and grip which helps to prevent slippage when using your axe or hatchet. Use the rubber band that came with it to finish.  Once rubber band is in place, use the 3M Temflex tape to wrap top edge of rubber band. Half of the tape should be on the rubber band and half on the leather wrap.  This will help to prevent the rubber band from rolling off when using your axe or hatchet.Note to buyer: If you'd like your Small Forest Axe delivered to you with the neck handle already wrapped, please send me a message when you buy it and I'll wrap it for you. Otherwise it will be delivered to you with the handle unwrapped .  The lanyard will be on the handle already. You can remove it and use as cordage if you don't want to use it.Manufacturer: Gränsfors Bruk AB has been making handcrafted axes for over 100 years. Each axe is signed with the smith’s initials as a guarantee of quality. The company is located in the Swedish village of Gränsfors in northern Hälsingland. The forge sits at the heart of Gränsfors village and you can hear the rhythmic pounding from the forge as you approach. The Handle: The handle on Gränsfors Bruk axes was designed by Hans Erik Persson. Gränsfors Bruk handles is made from hickory. Hickory is the perfect wood because it is both strong and flexible. Hickory wood has long, parallel fibres which increases the life of the handle. To further improve the quality of each handle, it is soaked in hot linseed oil then treated with beeswax to make it more resistant to dirt and water.Product information:Small Forest Axe with exclusive Ray Mears logo: Comes complete with a copy of the Gränsfors Axe BookExclusive Ray Mears Bushcraft logo on handle Protective vegetable-tanned leather sheath 20 year guarantee 19.3 inches hickory handle Weight: 2 lbs.Country of origin: SwedenHandle WrapMaterial: genuine, full-grain leatherColor: brownLength: 28''-36''Width: 3/4"LanyardMaterial: full grain leatherColor: brown, same as handle wrapLength: 24"-28"Width: 5/8"Black Rubber BandsMaterial: strong rubberColor: blackWidth: 1 inchQuantity: 23M Temflex 1100 tapeThe 10 mil 3M Temflex 1100 is made of tough, PVC. It is easy to apply and provides excellent protection against abrasion and provides impact and tear resistance. It resists corrosion caused by acids and it also resists salt water and sunlight. It can be used in both indoor and outdoor environmentsCheck out my other items
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