Universal Axe 700mm 1.25kg
SKU: Tatanka | TA-UA-700-1250
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Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm - Hand-Forged C45 Carbon Steel Forestry Axe - 1.25kg Head
The Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm is a hand-forged two-handed forestry axe with a 1.25kg C45 carbon steel head, 700mm hickory handle and an overall weight of 1.75kg. Designed for felling small to medium-sized trees, limbing and light splitting, the longer handle delivers significantly more head speed and striking power than a hatchet while remaining controllable enough for accurate limbing work where precision matters alongside force. Every head is individually hand forged and hand finished before being heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge — balancing hardness for edge retention with body toughness to withstand the repeated impact loading of felling and splitting work. The 700mm premium hickory handle provides natural shock absorption and the leverage needed to convert bodyweight and swing into efficient cutting power. Available from Gustharts with UK stock ready to ship.
Key Features
- 1.25kg C45 carbon steel head — sufficient mass for effective felling strikes on small to medium trees without the weight penalty of a dedicated splitting maul
- 700mm hickory handle — full two-handed length for maximum swing leverage and striking power; natural hickory absorbs vibration on impact
- 1.75kg overall weight — practical all-day working weight for sustained felling, limbing and splitting without premature fatigue
- Hand forged and hand finished — each head individually forged for structural grain integrity and consistent edge geometry
- Heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge — edge-specific hardening for edge retention; body remains tough to resist chipping under impact
- C45 carbon steel — approximately 0.45% carbon — European equivalent to AISI 1045; re-sharpenable in the field with a standard axe file and sharpening stone
- Well-balanced design — head and handle geometry matched for controlled felling cuts and accurate limbing strokes
- Versatile use profile — felling, limbing, light splitting, bushcraft, woodland management and general outdoor tasks
Technical Specification
| Brand | Tatanka |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Universal Axe |
| Head Material | C45 carbon steel (European equivalent to AISI 1045; ~0.45% carbon) |
| Head Treatment | Heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge |
| Manufacture Method | Hand forged and hand finished |
| Handle Material | Premium hickory |
| Handle Length | 700mm |
| Head Weight | 1.25kg |
| Overall Weight | 1.75kg |
| Primary Use | Felling, limbing, light splitting, woodland management |
380mm Hatchet vs 700mm Axe - Which Tatanka Do You Need?
Both share the same C45 carbon steel specification and hand-forged manufacture. The decision comes down to the work you are doing and how you carry your tools.
| Feature | Tatanka Universal Hatchet 380mm | Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm (this product) |
|---|---|---|
| Handle length | 380mm | 700mm |
| Head weight | 800g | 1.25kg |
| Overall weight | 1kg | 1.75kg |
| Use posture | One-handed | Two-handed |
| Striking power | Compact — kindling, fine woodwork, light cutting | Full felling and splitting force via longer swing arc |
| Portability | Highly portable — packs into a kit bag or rucksack easily | Requires carrying by hand or on a pack strap |
| Primary tasks | Kindling, camp woodwork, bushcraft, fine splitting | Felling, limbing, splitting, woodland management |
| Best for | Backpacking, camp use, carried alongside a chainsaw | Vehicle-carried woodland tools; base camp or site work where a full-size axe is practical |
Many woodland workers and arborists carry both — the 380mm hatchet for precision tasks, kindling and one-handed work at height, and the 700mm axe for felling, limbing and splitting at the vehicle or base camp. See the 380mm Hatchet here.
Care and Maintenance
- Sharpening: Maintain the original bevel angle using a fine axe file followed by a sharpening stone. Felling and limbing use puts more wear on the edge geometry than splitting — inspect after every session and file before edge loss becomes significant.
- Head care: Wipe the head clean and dry after use. Apply axe wax, boiled linseed oil or a light maintenance oil to the carbon steel head to prevent surface rust — particularly important in wet woodland conditions.
- Handle care: Treat the hickory handle periodically with natural linseed oil or axe wax to prevent the wood from drying and splitting. Check the head-to-handle fit after each session — a loose head must be re-wedged before use.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place with a suitable leather sheath fitted over the head to protect the edge and prevent contact injuries during storage and transport.
- Pre-use inspection: Check the head is firmly seated, the handle is free from cracks and the edge is intact before any cutting work. A loose head on a full-length swinging axe is a serious safety hazard.
Also Known As
The Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm is also referred to as a forest axe, felling axe, woodland axe, general-purpose axe, camp axe, bushcraft axe and limbing axe. The 700mm handle length puts it in the standard one-and-a-half-hand to two-handed axe category — shorter than a dedicated felling axe but significantly more powerful than a hatchet. For ordering, reference the Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm 1.25kg from Gustharts.
FAQs
Is the 700mm axe suitable for felling trees?
Yes for small to medium-sized trees. The 1.25kg head and 700mm handle provide effective felling capability for trees typically encountered in woodland management, bushcraft and estate work. For sustained heavy felling of large-diameter timber, a dedicated felling axe with a heavier head is more appropriate.
What is the difference between the 380mm hatchet and the 700mm axe?
The 380mm hatchet is a compact one-handed tool (800g head, 1kg overall) for kindling, fine woodwork and camp use. The 700mm axe is a two-handed tool (1.25kg head, 1.75kg overall) for felling, limbing and splitting where more striking power and reach are needed. See the comparison table above.
Does this axe come with a leather sheath?
The care instructions reference storing with a leather sheath. Please confirm with Gustharts whether a sheath is included or needs to be purchased separately before ordering.
How do I check the head is fitted safely?
Before each use, hold the handle vertically and tap the butt of the handle on a firm surface — a loose head will slide down the handle. Inspect the wedge visible at the top of the head eye. If the head moves or the wedge is loose, re-wedge before use. Never use an axe with a loose head.
Can I re-sharpen C45 carbon steel in the field?
Yes. C45 responds well to standard axe files and sharpening stones. Work along the original bevel angle — a file removes material quickly for re-profiling and a fine stone finishes the edge. Carbon steel is significantly easier to re-sharpen in the field than harder stainless alloys.
Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm - Hand-Forged C45 Carbon Steel Forestry Axe - 1.25kg Head
The Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm is a hand-forged two-handed forestry axe with a 1.25kg C45 carbon steel head, 700mm hickory handle and an overall weight of 1.75kg. Designed for felling small to medium-sized trees, limbing and light splitting, the longer handle delivers significantly more head speed and striking power than a hatchet while remaining controllable enough for accurate limbing work where precision matters alongside force. Every head is individually hand forged and hand finished before being heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge — balancing hardness for edge retention with body toughness to withstand the repeated impact loading of felling and splitting work. The 700mm premium hickory handle provides natural shock absorption and the leverage needed to convert bodyweight and swing into efficient cutting power. Available from Gustharts with UK stock ready to ship.
Key Features
- 1.25kg C45 carbon steel head — sufficient mass for effective felling strikes on small to medium trees without the weight penalty of a dedicated splitting maul
- 700mm hickory handle — full two-handed length for maximum swing leverage and striking power; natural hickory absorbs vibration on impact
- 1.75kg overall weight — practical all-day working weight for sustained felling, limbing and splitting without premature fatigue
- Hand forged and hand finished — each head individually forged for structural grain integrity and consistent edge geometry
- Heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge — edge-specific hardening for edge retention; body remains tough to resist chipping under impact
- C45 carbon steel — approximately 0.45% carbon — European equivalent to AISI 1045; re-sharpenable in the field with a standard axe file and sharpening stone
- Well-balanced design — head and handle geometry matched for controlled felling cuts and accurate limbing strokes
- Versatile use profile — felling, limbing, light splitting, bushcraft, woodland management and general outdoor tasks
Technical Specification
| Brand | Tatanka |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Universal Axe |
| Head Material | C45 carbon steel (European equivalent to AISI 1045; ~0.45% carbon) |
| Head Treatment | Heat treated, oil quenched and tempered along the cutting edge |
| Manufacture Method | Hand forged and hand finished |
| Handle Material | Premium hickory |
| Handle Length | 700mm |
| Head Weight | 1.25kg |
| Overall Weight | 1.75kg |
| Primary Use | Felling, limbing, light splitting, woodland management |
380mm Hatchet vs 700mm Axe - Which Tatanka Do You Need?
Both share the same C45 carbon steel specification and hand-forged manufacture. The decision comes down to the work you are doing and how you carry your tools.
| Feature | Tatanka Universal Hatchet 380mm | Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm (this product) |
|---|---|---|
| Handle length | 380mm | 700mm |
| Head weight | 800g | 1.25kg |
| Overall weight | 1kg | 1.75kg |
| Use posture | One-handed | Two-handed |
| Striking power | Compact — kindling, fine woodwork, light cutting | Full felling and splitting force via longer swing arc |
| Portability | Highly portable — packs into a kit bag or rucksack easily | Requires carrying by hand or on a pack strap |
| Primary tasks | Kindling, camp woodwork, bushcraft, fine splitting | Felling, limbing, splitting, woodland management |
| Best for | Backpacking, camp use, carried alongside a chainsaw | Vehicle-carried woodland tools; base camp or site work where a full-size axe is practical |
Many woodland workers and arborists carry both — the 380mm hatchet for precision tasks, kindling and one-handed work at height, and the 700mm axe for felling, limbing and splitting at the vehicle or base camp. See the 380mm Hatchet here.
Care and Maintenance
- Sharpening: Maintain the original bevel angle using a fine axe file followed by a sharpening stone. Felling and limbing use puts more wear on the edge geometry than splitting — inspect after every session and file before edge loss becomes significant.
- Head care: Wipe the head clean and dry after use. Apply axe wax, boiled linseed oil or a light maintenance oil to the carbon steel head to prevent surface rust — particularly important in wet woodland conditions.
- Handle care: Treat the hickory handle periodically with natural linseed oil or axe wax to prevent the wood from drying and splitting. Check the head-to-handle fit after each session — a loose head must be re-wedged before use.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place with a suitable leather sheath fitted over the head to protect the edge and prevent contact injuries during storage and transport.
- Pre-use inspection: Check the head is firmly seated, the handle is free from cracks and the edge is intact before any cutting work. A loose head on a full-length swinging axe is a serious safety hazard.
Also Known As
The Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm is also referred to as a forest axe, felling axe, woodland axe, general-purpose axe, camp axe, bushcraft axe and limbing axe. The 700mm handle length puts it in the standard one-and-a-half-hand to two-handed axe category — shorter than a dedicated felling axe but significantly more powerful than a hatchet. For ordering, reference the Tatanka Universal Axe 700mm 1.25kg from Gustharts.
FAQs
Is the 700mm axe suitable for felling trees?
Yes for small to medium-sized trees. The 1.25kg head and 700mm handle provide effective felling capability for trees typically encountered in woodland management, bushcraft and estate work. For sustained heavy felling of large-diameter timber, a dedicated felling axe with a heavier head is more appropriate.
What is the difference between the 380mm hatchet and the 700mm axe?
The 380mm hatchet is a compact one-handed tool (800g head, 1kg overall) for kindling, fine woodwork and camp use. The 700mm axe is a two-handed tool (1.25kg head, 1.75kg overall) for felling, limbing and splitting where more striking power and reach are needed. See the comparison table above.
Does this axe come with a leather sheath?
The care instructions reference storing with a leather sheath. Please confirm with Gustharts whether a sheath is included or needs to be purchased separately before ordering.
How do I check the head is fitted safely?
Before each use, hold the handle vertically and tap the butt of the handle on a firm surface — a loose head will slide down the handle. Inspect the wedge visible at the top of the head eye. If the head moves or the wedge is loose, re-wedge before use. Never use an axe with a loose head.
Can I re-sharpen C45 carbon steel in the field?
Yes. C45 responds well to standard axe files and sharpening stones. Work along the original bevel angle — a file removes material quickly for re-profiling and a fine stone finishes the edge. Carbon steel is significantly easier to re-sharpen in the field than harder stainless alloys.
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お届け予定日数 2～4日
50ポンド+VAT以上のご注文で送料無料
お届け予定日数 2～4日
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